Off The Lot | an indie film podcast

• The Indie Hustle of Hallmark | Yan-Kay Crystal Lowe

  Hallmark movies and indie films are more alike than you think. While these films may be known for their feel-good romance and holiday cheer, behind the scenes, they run like indie films—tight schedules, small budgets, and fast-paced productions.To break it all down, we sit down with Yan-Kay Crystal Lowe, a seasoned actor-turned-director who made the leap behind the camera to helm character-driven Hallmark films. You might know Crystal from Signed, Sealed, Delivered and Primeval: New World, but today, she’s giving us a deep dive into the Hallmark directing process—from navigating tight turnarounds to balancing creativity with a structured formula.This episode is a masterclass in indie-style filmmaking within the TV movie world!Instagram:@offthelotpod@ken_kabatoff@epptri@officialcrystallowe

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• The $6K Indie Film That Launched a Hollywood Career | Joshua Caldwell

  How do you make a feature film for just $6,000 and turn it into a career? In this episode, we sit down with Joshua Caldwell (Layover, Infamous, Mending the Line) to break down his indie filmmaking journey—from shooting his first feature Layover on a micro-budget to directing multiple films with Hollywood talent.Instagram@offthelotpod@ken_kabatoff@epptri@joshuacaldwelldirector

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• Stop Waiting for Permission: Laura Adkin on Making Films Your Way

  In this episode of Off The Lot, we sit down with writer-director Laura Adkin to discuss her indie feature film Re:Uniting (2023). From securing funding to assembling a cast and navigating the challenges of indie filmmaking, Laura shares her journey and hard-earned lessons.💡 If you’re an indie filmmaker looking for inspiration, insight, and practical advice on making a feature film happen no matter what, this episode is for you!Instagram@ken_kabatoff@epptri@lauraadkin

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• Indie Filmmaking on a Budget: Big Ideas, Small Costs, Huge Impact

  In this episode, Ken and Anthony discuss the essential role of storytelling in indie filmmaking and how your script can make or break your film. Email us your questions or topic suggestions: [email protected] and follow us on social media!Off The Lot:Instagram: @offthelotpodThreads: @offthelotpodBlue Sky: @offthelot.bsky.socialTikTok: @offthelotpodKen Kabatoff:Instagram: @ken_kabatoffThreads: @ken_kabatoffBlue Sky: @kenkabatoff.comLetterboxd: https://boxd.it/7H0GVAnthony Epp:Instagram: @epptriThreads: @epptriBlue Sky: @anthonyepp.bsky.socialLetterboxd: https://boxd.it/2mdYhDon’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with your fellow filmmakers! 🎙️#IndieFilm #Filmmaking #IndieFilmmaking #FilmProduction #Filmmaker #DIYFilmmaking #NoBudgetFilm #CreativeProcess #FilmmakingTips #BehindTheScenes #SetLife #OffTheLotPodcast #OffTheLot #LearnFilmmaking #IndieFilmCommunity #Storytelling

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• Scary Cheap: How This Indie Horror Feature Was Made for $30K | The Stickman's Hollow

  This week, Ken and Anthony sit down with Jack Cox (director) and Cole Hewlett (producer) to talk about their incredible microbudget horror film, The Stickman’s Hollow. Made on a $30,000 budget, this found footage feature captures the eerie tale of Clara Hall, a child allegedly suffering from demonic possession, told through four chilling perspectives.Email us your questions or topic suggestions: [email protected] and follow us on social media!Off The Lot:Instagram: @offthelotpodThreads: @offthelotpodBlue Sky: @offthelot.bsky.socialTikTok: @offthelotpodKen Kabatoff:Instagram: @ken_kabatoffThreads: @ken_kabatoffBlue Sky: @kenkabatoff.comLetterboxd: https://boxd.it/7H0GVAnthony Epp:Instagram: @epptriThreads: @epptriBlue Sky: @anthonyepp.bsky.socialLetterboxd: https://boxd.it/2mdYhDon’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with your fellow filmmakers! 🎙️#IndieFilm #Filmmaking #IndieFilmmaking #FilmProduction #Filmmaker #DIYFilmmaking #NoBudgetFilm #CreativeProcess #FilmmakingTips #BehindTheScenes #SetLife #OffTheLotPodcast #OffTheLot #LearnFilmmaking #IndieFilmCommunity #Storytelling

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