Getting a Distributor to Fund your Micro Budget Film with Joseph Mbah

Send us Fan Mail#moviemaking #indiefilm #movieproduction How to Get a Distributor to Fund Your Movie – Insights from Filmmaker Joseph MbahHow do you get a distributor to fund your micro-budget movie? I sat down with filmmaker Joseph Mbah to find out.Joseph has navigated the ups and downs of independent filmmaking. After a tough experience with sales and distribution on his first feature, he refined his approach. Now, he secures funding from private investors and even gets distributors to finance his films.In our conversation, Joseph shared his step-by-step process—from where he started to how he built strong relationships with distributors. We also discussed:How he gets his films funded by distributorsThe role of visual effects in advancing his careerThe importance of artwork and trailers for streaming platformsHow one of his films landed on Netflix (and how much they paid)If you're an indie filmmaker looking to get your movie funded and distributed, this interview is packed with valuable insights. Let’s dive in—starting with Joseph’s journey into filmmaking.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