Genre Rebels - Telling Stories that don't fit the Formula with Lorissa & C.J. Julianus

Send us Fan Mail#genre #filmpodcast #filmmakingThis week on the podcast, I’m joined by filmmakers Lorrisa and C.J. Julianus, the husband-and-wife team behind the feature film The Misadventures of Mistress Maneater.Lorrisa wrote the script and stars in the lead role, while C.J. directed the film. We dive into the challenges they faced during the release of this unique romantic comedy—a film that defies easy categorization and was at times misunderstood by audiences.In this episode, we discuss the sales and distribution process, the difficulties of marketing a genre-bending movie, and how being “hard to define” impacted the film’s reach. Lorrisa also shares what it’s like to edit a film while critiquing her own performance as an actor, and C.J. offers valuable advice for new directors on working with actors, especially on a low-budget feature.We also cover marketing and PR strategies, the realities of piracy in independent filmmaking, and practical tips for protecting your film from being pirated.If you’re a filmmaker, storyteller, or film fan, this episode is packed with insights into the highs and hurdles of independent cinema. Don’t miss it!Check out the re-release of Jim's first solo directing feature The Witches Hammer - out now on amazon https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/video/detail/B0F235F4T8/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_rSupport the showFor regular updates and exclusive content - sign up for The Honest Filmmaker newsletterhttps://thehonestfilmmaker.co.uk/index.php/e-newsletter/Join The Honest Filmmaker community on our Facebook Group or Discord https://thehonestfilmmaker.co.uk/index.php/join-the-community/HONEST, OPEN ADVICE ABOUT YOUR FILMMAKING CAREERAre you about to leave Uni with a filmmaking degree? Or want to change careers and work in a creative industry? We want to give you the tools you need to enter the real world of production or freelancing. Honest and open career advice from people in the business.We also talk to those in other creative industries to discuss their careers, the potential cross over with film production and practical tips for a successful and fulfilling career.Join the community: http://www.thehonestfilmmaker.co.uk