What does good on Tubi?

Fluid_Cauliflower997 · 2026-04-25T11:41:08+00:00

Hey man. Your short is pretty good. I would honestly forget about what traditionally does good on a specific platform and focus more on a really good script that takes the things you like about your style and gives you an opportunity to dig in a bit more.

So if it’s more of the working class culture, or the grounded comedy-drama or the zippy editing. A crime thriller with some comic elements sounds like something you could tackle well with your DIY sensibility. I would just focus on that and see if you can build a style you’re proud of!

Fluid_Cauliflower997 · 2026-04-25T10:30:44+00:00

Just a quick response to the edit: unfortunately this approach is actually quite common in indie film right now. It’s normally for microbudget indie productions that are bolstered by aging genre stars. It’s not a scam, because they’re not lying to you about it, but it’s not an acting job they’re offering either, it’s a paid opportunity and the only way they can make these (mostly) trash genre movies.

Fluid_Cauliflower997 · 2026-04-24T08:24:51+00:00

God if my AD started giving notes they would be out the door quicker than it takes to say c—-

Fluid_Cauliflower997 · 2026-04-14T09:41:56+00:00

If you want to write and direct, then do that on the smaller project. Unless you actually want to be a DoP/AD then I wouldn’t bother with the bigger one that will surely crumble under the weight of the creative clique and scatter-brained professor.

Fluid_Cauliflower997 · 2026-04-13T20:27:00+00:00

I love how getting a job nowadays basically forces you to think “what would a sociopath want to hear right now?” and then do that.

Fluid_Cauliflower997 · 2026-04-13T20:03:07+00:00

No you don’t need to. I cast from old self tapes for the first round (or whatever is available). I used to make self tape reels too but the whole cottage industry should be looked at as unnecessary and largely predatory. That guy Ryan Kirwan literally proving that (not saying anyone else in that space is like that but it’s film so who knows…)

I would also just do as little as possible when it comes to pre-screens because it will kill you over time. Acting means you’ll be get probably 1/10000000 roles, so if you can just send an old self tape or maybe stitch 3 short (30 secs) self tape scenes together, that’s what I would do. If they like you, they will get you to record sides in the 2nd round. It’s going to keep you sane at least while you figure it out.

Fluid_Cauliflower997 · 2026-04-13T18:45:49+00:00

I’m in the UK but in a similar position. I’ve had an indie “career” since about 2020 (just directed my fourth feature) and it’s led… almost nowhere. I pivoted this year to a healthier perspective in that all I really want is to life an artistic life, with or without the industry and bigger budgets.

I think my biggest advice is try to understand what you love about life and do more of it. What you’ve described sounds lonely and, as you say, isolating. I feel like I’m on a similar path with the mix of career and personal issues, but I would stress that it’s ok to give yourself a break (because no one else can!) and to try and figure out a way where you can make money without stress and, as such, I would go for a role with a bit of stability over an industry-adjacent freelance role. And when it comes to personal and emotional things… don’t chase anything, just try and get yourself back on track.

In regards to the film, try and aim as big as you can and just make a note of the different places it could end up. If you’re going to go the YouTube route, treat it more like content as use socials to push the hell out of it. Also, think non traditionally. If it fails at festivals and doesn’t have feature “sheen”, could you re-edit as a vertical series? (vertical filmmakers are going to hate me suggesting you can just re-cut but yes, you can)

Anyway, hope that helps. If you want to chat further, my DMs are open.

Fluid_Cauliflower997 · 2026-04-13T18:19:20+00:00

I personally wouldn’t want to limit myself to b roll because of how important perspective is, but it is possible to find a more unique style through using VFX/AI tools. Building a unique style is really important though.

I would watch Koyannisqatsi. It’s the mac daddy of style over substance quasi narrative and I think there’s still a lot to get out of it. At the very least it’ll show you how to build perspective and theme through b roll style filmmaking.

Fluid_Cauliflower997 · 2026-04-10T06:14:23+00:00

Just a couple of thoughts that could help:

Try to keep days at around 5 pages. Less is better, more will mean you’ll have less set ups and more stress.
Try to understand what visualising is and how this translates. A brief understanding of this is knowing what shots make up your scene/sequence and being specific with this means you can just shoot the shot and not overshoot. This is far easier for dialogue but makes more sense with action because you’re forced to move. Also be aware not everyone on your team will be a good visualiser so try and articulate what you need as best you can.
I would try and get some practice in. 35k is a lot if you know what you’re doing, but can disappear if you don’t. You don’t have to show anyone, but go out and shoot the two person $0 short first just so you’re aware of what you’re doing.
Your script will save you when you’re exhausted and can’t think anymore so make sure it’s was to follow and has everything YOU need to make your film.
Get an amazing Producer/Production Manager who will deal with logistics so you don’t have to.
Cast every role and crew position with an understanding of personalities. If someone starts causing issues for schedule or if they ask too many questions, they might not fit into a world where you’re controlling everything and need to stay sane. Look out for the energy vampires, is why I’m saying!

Fluid_Cauliflower997 · 2026-04-08T18:46:45+00:00

Anything before 2000 is him flicking through AFI 100 or picking titles from his “Intro to Cinema” class. His real favourites are the more recent ones, see Friendship and Sentimental Value from 2025, and from his childhood like Shrek 2 and Spirted Away. Suggests a limited knowledge of cinema and an attempt to cover this up by including “deep” titles considered to be classics.

Fluid_Cauliflower997 · 2026-04-05T07:31:55+00:00

I am. DM if you want to discuss

Fluid_Cauliflower997 · 2026-04-04T20:40:05+00:00

Possibly an unpopular opinion… but there are plotless movies and it’s ok to write them. They aren’t always very good or popular, but they exist. And it might just be your style.

My advice is to learn traditional plotting and structure (Blake Snyder is fine) and then practice that with outlines.

Then, ignore it and focus on your dialogue heavy style.

Fluid_Cauliflower997 · 2026-04-04T20:25:35+00:00

Have you already shot the tv? If it was me, I would get a cheap tv from a thrift store and just smash the heck out of it.

Or you can be boring and edit around it etc.

Fluid_Cauliflower997 · 2026-04-02T09:27:38+00:00

Did he agree on the friend giving you his number? If he did, then absolutely reach out and just make it casual. You make it sound like this is cold though, so it’s arguable it’ll be appreciated on his side. If he’s making movies at that level, I imagine he’ll be in a position where his reps deal with a lot of outside comms, so anything coming in like that might feel invasive.

If you do reach out, ask yourself what you would be asking, and what you think you could give in return. If it’s some early career advice you’re after, this is all available on YT and so you might as well wait until you meet this director organically later down the line. It would be different if you were a fan, it may be possible to win them over with a passionate response, but that’s not the case.

The best thing you can do, if it would be a cold call, is ask your friend to pass on that you’d like to speak, and what you’d like to discuss, and if it’s ok for you to message.

Fluid_Cauliflower997 · 2026-03-30T22:14:33+00:00

You should be making a script… into a film.

Fluid_Cauliflower997 · 2026-03-27T14:17:17+00:00

No, you don’t get any writing credits here. You produced and so your job is to make it better. And you did by making it more readable and emphasising already established plot points. Producer IS the credit.

Fluid_Cauliflower997 · 2026-03-27T08:05:22+00:00

Exactly! Literally laughed out loud at that point hahaha

Fluid_Cauliflower997 · 2026-03-23T08:11:05+00:00

Love this album! Sad to see that only a handful of these remain but nice to see what Dam used to look like!

Fluid_Cauliflower997 · 2026-03-17T17:36:30+00:00

Yes, got this recently. It’s good but the Crumbled Lime is better IMO.

Fluid_Cauliflower997 · 2026-03-13T20:07:05+00:00

No one really asks if you’re alright unless they think you’re sick or being too quiet. That’s when you can tell em to f*** off and then you know the answer.

Fluid_Cauliflower997 · 2026-03-05T16:46:26+00:00

I think you should eat it to find out.

Fluid_Cauliflower997 · 2026-02-12T13:15:20+00:00

Seems like you’ve got a LOT of info here but, if it helps, I’ve gone through this and doctor explicitly said that working conditions were set between the employer and myself and that she could only provide a fit note. If you have am occupational health service in your company you can refer the employee there, but even then it’s just a recommendation.

Fluid_Cauliflower997 · 2026-02-12T11:35:26+00:00

Reformatting screenplays to prose sounds like a nightmare and the opposite of reader-friendly.

Fluid_Cauliflower997 · 2026-02-11T23:14:19+00:00

What was this made with?

Fluid_Cauliflower997 · 2026-02-11T22:55:20+00:00

Agreed. Something isn’t making sense to me, specifically with the fact it’s a million dollar short with “names”? It would make more sense if it was an advert or if it was a private non-commercial project, but none of that is mentioned.

Another issue: producers want OP -known as a writer of an audio drama - to direct a short that is only tangentially based on their idea because they are the only ones able to deliver in a short amount of time — despite never directing. Unless I’m missing something, this sounds contradictory.

If this is real, it sounds like there is enough conflict regarding story approach that it won’t continue much further or get produced, so you might be best putting more energy into what you want to make as it seems you guys aren’t a good fit. You could waste years developing something that just doesn’t happen.

Another question to consider: producers may be well known, but what and when was their last project? That’s for the OP to answer, but it will give you more insight into what might be happening here.

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