Truly Independent: Demystifying the Indie Film Journey

Garrett Batty and Darren Smith discuss the critical aspects of deliverables in indie filmmaking in their podcast 'Truly Independent'. They explore topics like subtitling, mastering delivery formats, necessary legal documents, quality control, timelines, storage, backup, and cost implications. They emphasize the importance of being organized and prepared to ensure a successful film release. The episode also touches on recent box office trends and the longevity of indie films in theaters.

00:00 Introduction to Truly Independent

00:34 Welcome and Episode Overview

01:52 The Importance of Deliverables

07:26 Mastering Delivery Formats

14:54 Legal Documents and Chain of Title

25:07 Trailer Distribution Challenges

25:39 Building an Audience

26:29 Textless Trailers and Key Art

27:53 Metadata and Documentation

29:25 Cue Sheets and Music Royalties

31:09 Delivery Timeline and Copyrights

34:01 Storage and Backup

38:47 Cost Implications of Deliverables

45:33 Box Office Insights and Awards Season

49:18 Wrapping Up and Listener Engagement