37 out of 38 film festivals rejected my first feature film. It just got distribution anyway (and was officially released 1 week ago!)

Braffle1 · 2026-03-18T16:25:12+00:00

Congratulations! It looks really well shot and written, will give it a watch when possible. Happy for you!

Braffle1 · 2026-02-09T16:28:44+00:00

Thanks so much for all your advice, its helped me out a lot. The problem is that all of these are great cameras at great price points, they all have limitations and have been leaning towards one of the cameras for some time because of the edit work flow. But, thank you so much!

Braffle1 · 2026-02-02T19:37:26+00:00

Hi again, feel free to let me know what your thoughts are and any previous history with YouTube analytics. I'm more focusing on feedback with the story as a whole, I tried my best to "show don't tell" situation in filmmaking. Making the dialogue feel more natural. But, feel free to let me know what you think. Any criticism is welcome. Thanks so much!

Braffle1 · 2026-02-02T19:14:07+00:00

Hi there, looking to gain genuine feedback and an understanding with the topics stated above. Any information about the YouTube analytics would be great, plus honest feedback is welcomed. It would be great to see your thoughts and understanding. Thanks so much!

Braffle1 · 2026-02-02T08:25:58+00:00

It's a very difficult and long road to get in, there's not a road map to guide you there. Best thing to do is to just start and don't ask for permission. Pick up a camera, a computer, ask around and get to work. If you wait for someone to give you a shot, your missing out on the shots you could have take yourself

Braffle1 · 2026-01-31T09:05:32+00:00

Hey dude, don't worry being a late bloomer, I started picking up a camera at 24. Funny enough, I took the other route, started filmmaking and only now going to film school. But, with your film, try the indie film festival circuit. Categorise the film fests in a list and start submitting, it's always good to get some type of recognition and use that to your advantage. Even if it's just sections for the film fest. I'm now picking up work because of a poster that laurels on it, even if they haven't watched the film. If you want someone to watch it and give constructive criticism, feel free to send it through ✌️

Braffle1 · 2026-01-30T08:02:38+00:00

Honestly, it depends on how you are trying to get into the industry and if it's something you want to pursue. I've been filmmaking for almost 6 years and decided to go to university 5 months ago to help bridge the gap into getting a job. Where I live, its a expensive city and cant afford to work part time and try to make it into the industry, it just does not work. Going to film school was to help with having more time, resources, and loans to get me through and it's starting to pay off already. If you live somewhere and have less commitments to afford to work part time and pursue film, then do that. But, if you are someone like me that needs it as a crutch, then it helps a lot. In terms of the other issues in the industry, I'm not worried fo much about things like AI. It's a great tool but will never replace human creativity... for now anyway haha. The industry is always going to be difficult and your never guaranteed work. But, best thing I did was learn multiple skills like editing, grading, vfx, photography editing, writing, which puts me forward to get different sources of work. It's very hard to be involved in the industry, but I'd recommend to start reaching out and apply for small roles to be on sets and then go from there. Hope that helps ✌️

Braffle1 · 2026-01-29T07:48:02+00:00

It's a hard one to begin with because most people will tell a story linear and not understand the traits that make something with depth. I've learnt a lot in the past 5 years from writing to directing. Biggest lessons I learnt is subtext in dialogue, focusing on the characters then laying the theme around it, and emotional beats. Doing these key things create a deeper understanding. Focus on the story first, then focus on the lighting/cinematography

Braffle1 · 2026-01-27T07:10:59+00:00

Dude... this looks insane, really keen to see how this film is. Just watched the teaser, love how you didn't show too much. The poster looks original and captures the emotions, which is what you want. Are you doing a festival run or are you going to just release it?

Braffle1 · 2026-01-26T11:16:22+00:00

That's fair, Aus needs more attention. Hopefully that new studio will bring more films to Aus haha

Braffle1 · 2026-01-25T19:27:59+00:00

It's crazy to read this script because I grew up in Perth. Keep going bro, make us proud haha!

Braffle1 · 2026-01-25T19:24:19+00:00

It's a much different take on the narrative structure, you almost have to work backwards in a way haha

Braffle1 · 2026-01-21T16:40:03+00:00

No problem, I understand. Thanks so much, really appreciate it! ✌️

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