If it's the next 'Blair Witch' or has plenty of gore and nudity, yes, or if it's a reasonably decent short you may be able to get some cash from TV stations that show shorts or from prizes at festivals, but don't expect much. Realistically, though, it's unlikely you'll make a penny on your first movie unless you have a big budget behind you and an experienced crew.

Which doesn't mean you shouldn't do it, but if you want to make money then you need to give some serious thought to marketing first: 'Blair Witch' is a good example there, a so-so movie on a really low budget that succeeded because of a brilliant marketing campaign.

Ok, thanks.. but i got another question.

Could we just, make the movie then bring it to some company, can they like publish it or whatever? Does that kind of company even exist?? Anyways, please answer 🙂

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Could we just, make the movie then bring it to some company, can they like publish it or whatever? Does that kind of company even exist??

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This is pretty much the only way forward for most independent filmmakers.

If your film is good enough, people will notice it. So once you've finished the film, submit it to as many festivals as you can, and if it looks like a reasonable number of them might be interested, then it's probably time to find yourself a sales agent.

That sounds pretty simple doesn't it? Well, there is one big if and I mean BIG IF. If your film is good enough. And the sad reality is that most films, particularly from first-timers, just arne't. That doesn't mean you shouldn't try your hardest to make the best film you can - the experience alone is worthe effort.
Ben C.

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