EPISODE · Oct 24, 2025 · 1H 7M
From iPhone to AMC: How Kyle Geller Made a $1K Film Hit Theaters
from Cozy with Calinnah · host Calinnah
How do you make a film under $1,000 and get it screened at AMC? 🎥In this episode of Cozy with Calinnah, I sit down with Kyle Waters Geller (aka @elprimobrand), a Long Beach filmmaker redefining what it means to create outside Hollywood. From shooting on iPhones to premiering his film Sorry World Premiere at AMC Marina, Kyle shares how grit, creativity, and building your own style can take you further than any big budget.💬 We talk about:Making a film for under $1KGetting an indie film into AMCBuilding your own creative styleWorking with your partner in business and lifeTurning limitations into opportunities🎧 Watch or listen to learn how Kyle proves that vision beats budget every time.Follow Kyle: @elprimobrandFollow me, Calinnah: @calinnahNew Cozy with Calinnah episodes every Thursday 🌙
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Filmmaker Kyle Waters Geller shares how he made a feature film for under $1,000 using just an iPhone — and got it screened at AMC. In this Cozy with Calinnah episode, Kyle and Calinnah talk about DIY filmmaking, building your own style, and how grit can outshine any budget.
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