Independent feature film producer Franco Sama is a proud member of the Producers Guild of America (PGA) and boasts a remarkable and extensive history in public speaking, public relations, and nearly two decades of independent film development, production and financing experience.
Sama has Executive Produced and/or produced an impressive array of over twenty-four (24) successful independent feature films including most notably, “Guns, Girls and Gambling” starring Gary Oldman, Christian Slater and Dane Cook which is now a cult favorite; this film acquired a distribution deal from Universal Home Entertainment.
Other films Sama has produced include; “Black Limousine” starring David Arquette and Vivica Fox, “Tooth and Nail” starring Michael Madsen and Vinnie Jones, and "Paid" starring Corbin Bernsen. Sama also serves as Executive Producer on the film festival darling “Petunia” starring Thora Birch, Brittany Snow, and Academy Award winner Christine Lahti.
Aspiring screenwriters gain advice and insight into the importance of producing one's own work. Franco provides a glimpse into his current projects and future plans emphasizing the value of partnerships in filmmaking.
The conversation expands beyond filmmaking to discuss networking and building connections in the film industry. Franco's journey into the film industry serves as an inspiration for aspiring filmmakers.
Tune in to this episode for an insider's perspective on indie film alchemy, from script to screen, and discover the keys to success in the ever-evolving landscape of independent cinema.
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025: From Prison, to writing and then becoming a motivational speaker, with two-time author Lawrance A. Haskins
024: Working with distributors, sales reps + faith based vs horror films with brilliant filmmaker Alexandra Boylan.
023: A deep dive into self distribution via SVOD/TVOD, release strategy + QC with Jason Brubaker
022: The top 2 takeaways from our screenwriting episodes w Pilar Alessandra, Michelle Muldoon, Hilliard Guess and Lee Jessup!
021: How to incorporate socially conscious themes into your screenplay with On The Page's Pilar Alessandra
020: How to be a working screenwriter in Hollywood with award winning screenwriter Hilliard Guess
019: Formatting, Craft and the Value of Community with Award Winning Screenwriter Michelle Muldoon.
018: Two Time Author and Master Screenwriting Career Coach Lee Jessup
017: Updates on Ya'Ke, Don Wallace, Brianna Brown and more!
016: Award Winning Producer/Writer/Director on Producing Projects With a Social Impact
015: How to apply marketing strategies, entrepreneurism to your indie film projects and so much more with Scott McMahon.
014: What every filmmaker needs to know about working with a publicist.
013: Producer and Actor of Emmy Nominated LGBT Series Eastsiders and Master Social Media Strategist, John Halbach
012: How indie filmmakers can learn from indie singer/songer Goapele
011: The top three takeaways from the first ten episodes
010: Indie Film Producer Jenna Edwards says: make your passion feature film project!
009: Award Winning Writer/Director shares his writing process, his approach to directing, and so much more!
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