How Not to Make a Short Film: Secrets from a Sundance Programmer

Ottimo

A must read for indie filmmakers!

Every filmmaker should read this book before they begin working on a short film or a feature film for that matter. It's one of the most insightful books I've ever read about making films and getting them programmed at a major festival. It helps to give you blueprint on saving time and money, while at the same time making sure you shoot a film that you are passionate about making. I will re-read this book every couple of years because sometimes you forget the little things and it's nice to have a friendly reminder on your shelf.

It’s an average book. Most of the information is not about the short film, it’s almost how any feature film is made as well.

Roberta gives great advice on making a film and on what a filmmaker should expect. Because I liked her book so much, I hired her to consult on my script. She gave me some excellent notes on my story. When I asked her opinion about my steps going forward, she was very candid and honest with me.