The alarm bells are ringing—what once seemed like a viable career path for filmmakers is disappearing. Studios are slashing productions, Netflix is cutting its slate by nearly half, and international film incentives are outpacing anything the U.S. has to offer. Meanwhile, budgets keep shrinking. Is film even culturally relevant anymore? It’s been demystified. It’s everywhere, yet nowhere.
Every year, it gets harder for actors, directors, producers, crew, and screenwriters to pay their bills. From Hollywood to truly independent filmmakers, we’re all feeling the financial squeeze. If you’re not already making a living in film, don’t quit your day job. Save up. Make your own shorts. Build something sustainable before taking the leap.
The saving grace? You can make a film for less than ever before. But if you want to survive, you must think like a producer—everyone does. That means learning financing, distribution, and how to turn your film into a business.
If you’ve ever thought about becoming a filmmaker, don’t—unless you’re ready to go all in. The financial burden is brutal. The competition is ruthless. The industry is shifting under our feet.
But for those of us who refuse to quit? We adjust. We find new ways. And if you’re serious about making a real push, hit me up. Let’s talk.
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