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Release Date:
March 26, 2020
Original Title:
Clapboard Jungle
Alternate Titles:
Clapboard Jungle: Surviving the Independent Film Business
Genres:
Documentary
Production Countries:
Canada
Ratings / Certifications:
GB: 15
Runtime: 98
Following five years in the life and career of independent filmmaker Justin McConnell, this documentary explores the struggles of financing, attracting the right talent, working with practical effects and selling the finished product in the hope of turning a profit. Featuring interviews with a range of industry luminaries, not only are technical aspects and interpersonal skills discussed but also the emotional stamina and little-known tips needed to survive in the low budget film industry.
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Assistant Editor:
Elitsa Bako
Associate Producer:
Chris Alexander
Brooklyn Boehme
Lindsey Boehme
Kevin Burke
Ali Chappell
Camera Operator:
Justin McConnell
Kalen Artinian
Darryl Shaw
Director:
Justin McConnell
Editor:
Kevin Burke
Justin McConnell
Executive Producer:
Avi Federgreen
Andrew van den Houten
Original Music Composer:
Sean Motley
Producer:
Justin McConnell
Darryl Shaw
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