I Wouldn't Do That If I Were You
by Chimerical Podcasts
Independent film producer, Matthew Morris breaks down everything you need to know before starting a career in the film industry. Morris and filmworker, Michael Bagdasarian, talk through each stage of production, from initial story idea, to distribution and beyond. Episodes are produced by Michael Bagdasarian and Matthew Morris. Edited by Michael Bagdasarian. Intro and outro Music By Kymatic.Want to ask a producer a question? Email Us at [email protected]
Episodes
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A Haunted Halloween Special
It's that time of year! And we are doing a deep dive of terror as we focus on the first budgeted feature film that Michael ever did and go over all the mistakes and miracles that occurred along the way. To find out more about the project or sign up for rewards - Visit Hauntfilm.com for more...
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Signing up for a Film Workshop
We've talked about it since the beginning of the show - Now independent film producer Matthew H. Morris is offering a course on the business side of filmmaking. In today's episode, filmmaker Michael B. asks Matt about what he hopes to cover and teach students.
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Film Podcast Recommendations
Co-hosts Matthew H. Morris and Michael Bagdasasarian are taking a little break as they focus on finalizing some important steps on their various productions. In the meantime, Michael is listing his recommendations of podcasts on filmmaking including links to certain episodes. WHAT WENT WRONG...
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The Business Plan Document Part 2
Our first two part episode. In the second half - independent producer Matthew Morris goes over what to put in a business plan and how that differs from a Pitch Deck and Producer Deck. +how to stay out of court and avoid fraud in your pitch documents. Episodes are produced by Michael Bagdasarian…
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The Business Plan Document Part 1
Our first two part episode. In the first half - independent producer Matthew Morris goes over what to put in a business plan and how that differs from a Pitch Deck and Producer Deck. +how to stay out of court and avoid fraud in your pitch documents. Episodes are produced by Michael Bagdasarian…
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Creating Great Characters
What makes a great character? Someone memorable? In this episode of I wouldn't do that if I were you... Independent Film Producer - Matthew H. Morris - breaks down what it takes to create a standout character - and what he's looking for when he's reading scripts and trying to find the next great...
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Chasing Waterfalls - Indie Film Payouts
We all know that independent movies struggle to make their money back, even before creative accounting, but what happens when an indie film becomes gigantic?! It's rare but it happens, Obsession being the latest example. In this episode, Independent Film Producer, Matthew H. Morris runs us…
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A Proof of Concept
Before you can make your movie - more and more gatekeepers are talking about a proof of concept - A clip, a trailer, a short, a poster. In this episode, we discuss everything that could be considered a proof of concept and what, as an independent film producer, Matthew H. Morris recommends and...
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The Youtube Filmmaker Goldrush!
Everyone is scouring Youtube for the next great director! Filmmakers are wondering more than ever, should they release their film on youtube? Independent film producer Matthew H. Morris talks to filmworker Michael Bagdasarian about Youtube release strategies, finding youtube filmmakers and the...
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BIOPICS
The classic Hollywood biopic - they're becoming more popular every year... In this episode, independent film producer Matthew H. Morris breaks down the trend of Biopics, what works and what doesn't, and some of his favorite Biopics. Episodes are produced by Michael Bagdasarian and Matthew H....
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Verticals and Micro Dramas with Brianna Chapman
The new gold rush of storytelling - the billion dollar industry - MICRO DRAMAS aka verticals are the new storytelling format that has everyone talking. More production companies are starting vertical devisions - but what are they? And do they operate like a normal production? To answer these...
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The 22 Rules of Pixar
Pixar released their list of 22 rules for their writers and stories. Now, years later, filmmaker Michael Bagdasarian goes over the 22 rules with independent producer Matthew H. Morris. Episodes are produced by Michael Bagdasarian and Matthew H. Morris. Edited by Michael Bagdasarian. Music by...
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Roadmap Writers: Building a Pathway for Writers With CEO Joey Tuccio
Roadmap Writers - the name has been popping up for years - everyone has heard about it, but not everyone knows what it is -In this episode, filmmaker Michael Bagdasarian and Independent Film Producer Matthew H. Morris interview CEO and co-founder Joey Tuccio about Roadmap Writers. How it started...
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Pilots and Working on a Your Television Idea
We've discussed building an Indie TV series, now independent film producer, Matthew H. Morris focuses on the Pilot - the first episode of the series and what a filmmaker should have ready when trying to sell their show. He also discusses alternate methods to save your project and navigate the...
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The Chain of Command on a Film Set
Who is in charge of who? And where do we go when there's a problem? In this episode of I Wouldn't Do That If I Were you - Independent film producer, Matthew H. Morris talks with Michael Bagdasarian about the hierarchy of the film set and who to talk to when a problem arises. Episodes are produced...
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Building a Production Company with Ramfis Myrthil at Ramfis Productions
Ahead of the release of the feature film RICKY, we follow Ramfis Myrthil through his career starting out filming street racing events in NYC, getting on set with Ridley Scott and building a production pipeline that includes producing films that have won Sundance and mentoring at SXSW. Ramfis...
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Magic Beans
"What if there's that special shortcut - If I pay this company or hire this consultant - my project could get fast-tracked!" ...Maybe! But most likely not. While there are great organizations that can help strengthen your project or help develop something, there are no shortcuts and there are no...
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Movies about Movies
Independent film producer Matthew H. Morris and filmworker Michael Bagdasarian go over some of their favorite films about films. Episodes are produced by Michael Bagdasarian and Matthew H. Morris. Edited by Michael Bagdasarian. Music by Kymatic. For more information, go to PinyonPictures.com or...
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Rejections
It's a guaranteed part of this business - Rejection is frequent - but what do we do after? In this episode, Independent film producer, Matthew H. Morris holds our hand and talks us through the best ways to keep moving forward. Episodes are produced by Michael Bagdasarian and Matthew H. Morris....
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Allie Banks - From Comedy to Film Festivals to Viral Videos
Comedian, Actor, Film Festival Organizer and more - Allie Banks is known by many for many different things. Recently Allie has found even more success by building viral content on social media and helping others do the same. In today's episode, independent film producer Matthew H. Morris and...
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Building an Indie TV series
The industry's talking about it more and more - Should this movie be a mini-series? Should we just make it ourselves? In today's episode, Michael asks independent film producer, Matthew H. Morris about the independent television route and what he suggests to do if you're not a well known name…
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Team GIRLIE and The California Film Grant
We've talked about building the perfect team - who to bring in at what point - on today's episode Independent Film Producer brings on one of his collaborators - Writer, Director, Producer, Cheryl Isaacson and her team helping bring Girlie to Life. Genius producer, Debbie Brubaker explains her...
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Introducing Line Budgeter with Matthew Cuny & Stephen Marinaccio
Stephen Marinaccio is back to introduce his newest venture - Line Budgeter. Stephen and his partner Matthew Cuny join Michael and independent film producer Matthew Morris on today's episode as they break down the brand new application available today. Line Budgeter uses smart technology (NOT AI)…
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Alternate Castings
What if your favorite actor from your favorite movie hadn't been cast - what if they went with a totally different look and personality. That happens all the time. Today on the podcast Co-Hosts Matthew Morris and Michael Bagdasarian talk a look at the casting decisions that almost happened...
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Are You Ready For YES?
They said yes! Your solo project just got funding! Are you ready? Is your paperwork, bank account set up for an influx of funds? After seeing it happen enough, independent film producer Matthew Morris has had enough and insisted we do an episode for all the films that are not prepared for...
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Scoring Your First Television Series with Cinder Well AKA Amelia Baker
Spanning a career as a multi-talented musician performing in Irish taverns to NPR's Tiny Desk series, Amelia Baker recording as Cinder Well has just begun her new adventure as a composer for Mackenzie Crook (Pirates of the Caribbean & The Office) on his new series: Small Prophets. In this…
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Sean Young and The Dummy Detective
Sean Young joins us today to discuss her recent project - The Dummy Detective - Written and starring Jonathan Geffner and directed by Rob Margolies. Independent Film Producer Matthew Morris and Michael Bagdasarian interview the trio about getting the movie off the ground, filming it over eleven...
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Fifty Episodes and the Oscars
Episode Fifty! It's amazing how things add up. On today's episode, Matthew Morris co-host Michael Bagdasarian celebrate their fiftieth episode of the show and the recent academy award nominations. Want to ask a producer a question? Email Us at [email protected]
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Secrets From a Line Producer w/ Stephen Marinaccio
Line Producing is the foundation of a film set, you want to get your movie made? Invested? You're gonna need a line producer and if you don't want to get in trouble, you better have a great one... On today's episode, independent Film Producer Matthew Morris and Filmmaker Michael Bag sit down with...
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A Micro Budget Movie
The Duplass Brothers, Sean Baker, Nolan, Kubrick, Rodriguez and more: there are tons of filmmakers that have created their big break by designing a small budget film - and now there is more pressure than ever for a young director to be told “grab a camera and start shooting” but is that the best...
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Crowdfunding With Justin Giddings
A 101 crash course of everything you need to know about crowdfunding with the master - The Kickstarter Guy: Justin Giddings. Justin takes his years of experience as a filmmaker and master crowdfunder to go through each step of crowdfunding and the mistakes most filmmakers make before they even...
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It's A Wrap On 2025
In today's episode we take a look back on the events in the film industry during 2025 - The Rise of AI, Studios being swallowed up and predictions for 2026. Want to ask a producer a question? Email Us at [email protected]
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Christmas Movies
Christmas Movies and Holiday Favorites. In this quick episode, independent producer Matthew Morris and writer Michael B. discuss their top picks and a little about Hallmark vs holiday films and some of the specifics of each. Want to ask a producer a question? Email Us at [email protected]
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The Unmade Movie
It's a long road to make a movie and the path is littered with films that never made it to the finish line. On today's episode, Independent Filmmaker Matthew Morris and Michael B. go through some of the top films that were never made. Want to ask a producer a question? Email Us at...
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Buying A Studio
Emergency Episode! Matthew Morris breaks down the current and ever evolving updates at Warner Brothers and the Netflix/Paramount fight for the legacy studio. Recorded December 8th. Want to ask a producer a question? Email Us at [email protected]
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Coaching Producers
Ron Newcomb Special guest Ron Newcomb joins us as we ask him about all he's learned and how he applies that to the filmmakers he coaches along with what he looks for in films he takes on. Want to ask a producer a question? Email Us at [email protected]
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Intellectual Property
What is it and how would you go about getting it? In this episode Michael asks Matt all about IP and what investors are looking for when it comes to established properties. Want to ask a producer a question? Email Us at [email protected]
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Memorable Movie Moments
You know those moments in movies that stay with you - that you talk about with friends - that you remember years later. In Episodes 40 Michael and Matthew wander through their favorite moments in film Episodes are produced by Michael Bagdasarian and Matthew Morris. Edited by Michael Bagdasarian....
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Pitching Your Project
You have your project you're ready to pitch - where do you start? What do you include in a pitch. In this episode, Michael gets advice from independent film producer Matthew Morris about everything from pitch decks to being in the room. Episodes are produced by Michael Bagdasarian and Matthew...
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From Reality TV to Coaching with Joyce Mishaan
The life and times of Joyce Mishaan - starting out in reality tv on shows from Chopped to 90 Day Fiance - working on her own documentary - producing a indie feature and now, coaching up and coming filmmakers and producers. Find out more at: http://www.joycemishaan.com Episodes are produced by...
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No Steps Skipped
Most people think about their dreams and the final result, they don't think about all the steps it takes to get there. In the "No Steps Skipped" Episode. Matthew Morris guides Michael and the audience to have an awareness and appreciation of each step of the way. Questions? Email us at...
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Halloween Special
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Redford
The man, the myth, the legend. Matthew and Michael pay tribute to one of the greats - Robert Redford, discussing his film career, building Sundance and their favorite memories of him. Questions? Email us at [email protected]
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Comedy Pipeline
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Film vs TV
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The First 3 Pages
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Mara Mccann - Building a Network of Filmmakers
We're interviewing the woman behind the podcast, super connector that introduced us, Zhive Media Founder, Mara McCann. Mara has has an incredible history acting, then working as a fundraiser for tech startups which helped her prepare for a life in film production as an executive producer…
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Accents
Pay attention ya'll! In this mini episode of the podcast, Matt & Michael talk about accents - how to approach them - the mistakes actors make when prepping an accent and the one phrase to help you learn your accent as told by Hugh Jackman based on advice he got from Johnny Depp. - Questions?…
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A Little of Everything With Katie O'Grady
On Episode 28 of the podcast, we talk with Katie O'Grady about each stage of her career and advice she has for newcomers entering the industry. Katie O’Grady is an Emmy-winning director with a dynamic career spanning commercial, narrative, and branded content. Her work is shaped by over two…
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Creator vs Entrepreneur Mindset
How are you supposed to balance the flexibility of a creative headspace with the rigidity of the entrepreneur mindset? In episode 27 of I Wouldn't Do That If I Were You - Matt & Michael discuss the difficulties of creating a marketable business plan while leaving room to create an idea from...
About this show
Independent film producer, Matthew Morris breaks down everything you need to know before starting a career in the film industry. Morris and filmworker, Michael Bagdasarian, talk through each stage of production, from initial story idea, to distribution and beyond. Episodes are produced by Michael Bagdasarian and Matthew Morris. Edited by Michael Bagdasarian. Intro and outro Music By Kymatic.Want to ask a producer a question? Email Us at [email protected]
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