The one thing that really helps these numbers become less daunting is the fact that no indie filmmaker is having to come up with 3 mil of their own money. Show investors that you have a solid plan for ROI, and they will give you the money (sometimes, if they like you).
So what I'm saying is that the guy who made a $100,000 film, and the guy that made a 3 million dollar film both started out with 100k. One just spent a lot more time on business, investment, and marketing.
Once you realize you don't have to come up with all the money yourself, making a real film becomes more approachable. (sorry cracker, I know it's taking me forever to get around to that investment post)
All you really need to get started is a very solid business plan, a very solid script, and a lot of energy. The rest of it is basically presentation and math.
So what I'm saying is that the guy who made a $100,000 film, and the guy that made a 3 million dollar film both started out with 100k. One just spent a lot more time on business, investment, and marketing.
Once you realize you don't have to come up with all the money yourself, making a real film becomes more approachable. (sorry cracker, I know it's taking me forever to get around to that investment post)
All you really need to get started is a very solid business plan, a very solid script, and a lot of energy. The rest of it is basically presentation and math.