A Shoestring Budget and a Filmmaking Dream

Can you recall the first time a movie truly captivated you? For Oliver, our self-taught filmmaker guest, it was a childhood filled with classic tales from James Bond to Batman that cultivated his deep-seated love for cinema. From a young lad mesmerized by the power of storytelling to an ambitious filmmaker in the making, Oliver shares the defining moments of his journey.

Fasten your seatbelts as we venture alongside Oliver and his best friend George into the wild world of self-taught filmmaking. Hear the captivating tale of how they ambitiously tackled a two-hour long Western film, Rogue River, and Oliver’s inventive final year university project. Ever wonder how to create cinematic magic on a shoestring budget? Oliver spins a riveting account of crafting his short film, Enemies, on a mere budget of 250 pounds during the COVID-19 lockdown. An inspiring testament to the power of creativity, collaboration, and relentless passion, this episode is a must-listen for aspiring filmmakers and film enthusiasts alike.

You can view the podcast transcription here.

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