S1 E2 - LIVE #1: How to take your film career into your own hands

In this special Instagram Live episode, I'm sharing my expertise as a film producer and giving away all my secrets to help you get your project made, while facing my biggest fear—going live on Instagram. Perfect for aspiring filmmakers, independent creators, and anyone who wants to take their creative career into their own hands. Instagram Live 3.7.25Follow along on Instagram @themichellelang In this episode, I talk about:The five key things I look for when evaluating any film script: location, number of actors, stunts, animals/children, and driving scenesWhy locations can make or break your budget—and how shooting in one accessible location can save you thousandsThe hidden costs of actors beyond day rates: fringes, health and pension, workman's comp, and travel expensesWhy stunts dramatically increase your budget through insurance, stunt coordinators who can't be "dropped and picked up," and costume doublesThe complexities of working with animals and children: humane association reps, studio teachers, wranglers, and strict hour limitationsWhy "two people talking in a car" is NOT an easy or cheap scene—the reality of process trailers and police escortsMy three essential books for independent producers: budgeting guides, copyright clearance, and film production handbooksActionable steps to get your project made: assess your resources, determine available funding, leverage any existing followingA series of Q and A’s including: My experience playing Linda Lee in the 50 Episode TV series,  "The Legend of Bruce Lee,” my take on AI, and the challenges shopping an independent TV series.