Documentary First

It’s part 2 of our series on cutting ties with the Girl Who Wore Freedom’s Distributor! We get an ongoing update about the film, European distribution and how Christian got into her relationship with her distributor. DocuView Déjà Vu: Three Identical Strangers: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7664504/ The Inventor: Out for Blood in Silicon Valley: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8488126/ Wild Wild Country: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7768848/

Today is the start of a new limited series of Podcasts about Distribution, expanding upon what we discussed in last week’s episode. We get some updates about upcoming festivals, showings of the film and some unexpected technical hurdles. We talk through the factors that went into the distribution deal coming to an end. DocuView Déjà Vu: The Wolfpack: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2415458 The Go-Go’s: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11394468 Blackfish: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2545118

Today Christian gives us an update about "Grueling Glory", film festivals, and then we dive into a major update about the distribution of the film. Then we get some updates about the "Brave Dutch", and then we dig into a very disappointing development for "The Girl Who Wore Freedom".

Today we talk through SRT files for films, the hurdles of working internationally with multiple companies, Dual Mono audio vs Stereo, airborne school, writing the next thing, and then dig into VO work. We talk through equipment, getting started in the industry, practicing, and getting an agent. https://voatlanta.me/ DocuView Déjà Vu - The Alpinist: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11790780/ The Miles Davis Story: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0319862/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Super Size Me: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0390521/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0

Today we’re joined by Mindy Cook! We talk through the process of making a DCP file, getting it shipped to location for showing the film, backup plans, and traveling to France. Then we dive into some of our favorite cinematography choices in film and television shows. Mindy digs into the nitty gritty of what it means to be in the camera department on films, budgets, and equipment. DocuView Déjà Vu- "Inside Job": https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1645089/ "Blowin’ Up": https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6828722/?ref_=fn_al_tt_2 "My Octopus Teacher": https://www.imdb.com/title/tt12888462/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 "Won’t You Be My Neighbor?": https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7681902/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0

Mindy returns to talk shop behind producer-type work including finding a graphic designer, recruiting, and gathering support. Also, we learn Doc First's short, "Grueling Glory", got into Top 6 at Julien Dubuque Film Festival! Keep listening to hear how we connected a WWII veteran, Richard C. Rung, to being recognized for his efforts in Normandy. DocuView Déjà Vu- "Formula 1: Drive to Survive": https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8289930/ "Generation Wealth": https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5268348/ "The Kingmaker": https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5105734/

Today we’re joined by Mindy Cook, a cinematographer, to talk cinematography! But first, some updates about festivals, acceptances into film festivals, new places to watch The Girl Who Wore Freedom and then dive into some Patreon updates! Then Mindy and Christian dig into Cinematographers, what Christian looks for in those team members, what a cinematographer’s relationship with the director is. Team Deakins: https://teamdeakins.libsyn.com/ Wandering DP: http://wanderingdp.com/ Filmmakers Academy Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/filmmakers-academy-podcast/id1382924546 DocuView Déjà Vu- Jiro Dreams of Sushi: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1772925/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Born to Play: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt12615654/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Worst Roommate Ever: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8323702/

Christian’s back from some state-side travel, she recaps her trip, then we dive into some sad news, and some good news! Netflix delivers their verdict, we talk through next steps with AVOD (Advertising-based Video on Demand) streamers, airbus, and some special events after. Then we dive into "The Brave Dutch", people passing on the pitch, and what’s next. My Darling Vivian: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7432980/ Generation Hustle: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11210524/

Christian relays her time with Flavie and Thomas on their trip around the US. They made new connections with the National WWII Museum in New Orleans, Louisiana, for developing a "TGWWF tour." Then Christian talks about taxes, veterans charities, DVDs, and future events in France this Summer. One of our next big projects is to develop a sizzle reel so that we can show investors what we are all about. Café du Monde https://shop.cafedumonde.com/ National WWII Museum https://www.nationalww2museum.org/ Bob Ross Documentary https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14539744/

Thomas Neighbour and Flavie Bass of NormandyDiscoveryTours.com, jump on the podcast from Jackson, MS! Christian shares about translating the movie into French for a Normandy film festival and how Thomas tried out voiceover. Stay tuned til' to the end to hear Jeff Kurtenacker, our composer's, new ditty for "DocuView DejaView". A French Village https://www.amazon.com/A-French-Village-English-subtitled/dp/B01BPRD9EU

It's a snow day, and Christian's back from Montana for the Flathead Lake Film Festival. She gives us an update on the trip, the Miracle of America Museum, and Mission Mountain. Feeling Through https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h1CqzntEZZ8 Accessible Outdoors https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EOw2_Zy9-tw Five Came Back https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6587094/ Thin Blue Line https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0096257/ Pandas https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7860270/ Your Friend, Ranger Doug https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=887Ot0QI688

Christian talks about people reaching out to her asking for help/advice for their first documentary. Then we get an update on the sub-distribution of The Girl Who Wore Freedom, including some crushing news. We talk about the changing environment of streaming, distribution, different channels, and the way the industry has shifted in the last few years. Then we dive deep into podcast space, understanding advertisers, sponsorships, affiliate links, and how to make money. Dejavu DocuView: The Rescue: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9098872/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Launch, the podcast: ‎https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/launch/id1319436103 Clive Davis: The Soundtrack of Our Lives: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6494358/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0

The crew’s back together, Christian gives us an update about Documentary First Productions! "Grueling Glory" will be showing at the Flathead Lake International Cinemafest, possibly showing The Girl Who Wore Freedom again. TGWWF has been nominated for several awards at the Red Movie Awards, which qualifies as their French Premiere! Then we talk through the new sizzle reel Christian will be shooting while over in France. Writing the sizzle reel, outlining it, figuring out the first episode of the show, and expanding the series. We talk through some of Christian’s other documentary ideas and projects and pivot to international distribution. Deja-vu DocuView: My Date with Drew: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0378407/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 McMillions: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9148598/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Fyre: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9412098/ Fyre Fraud: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7843600/

Listen to Jeff Kurtenacker, Composer, and Jason Hoban, Sound Engineer talk about their work on "Grueling Glory | The March to Carentan" Documentary First's 9-minute short film. The film is nominated for Best Documentary Short at Flathead Lake International Cinemafest in Polson, Montana, happening January 28-30, 2022.   Christian Taylor's recommendations: ・"Sinatra: All or Nothing at All" http://www.jigsawprods.com/sinatra-all-or-nothing-at-all/ ・"The Go-Go's" https://www.sho.com/titles/3463368/the-go-gos ・"My Date With Drew" https://www.amazon.com/My-Date-Drew-Barrymore/dp/B07M5J1C2Y Josh Lindsay's recommendations: ・"Landscapers" https://www.hbo.com/landscapers Jason Hoban's recommendations: ・"The Beatles: Get Back" https://www.disneyplus.com/en-gb/series/the-beatles-get-back/7DcWEeWVqrkE Jeff Kurtenacker's recommendations: ・"McCartney 3,2,1" https://www.paulmccartney.com/news-blogs/hulu-and-paul-mccartney-come-together-for-original-documentary-music-series-event ・"Muscle Shoals" https://dogwoof.com/m

Today we're joined by Michèle Phoenix, we talk through Grueling Glory, how it happened, and what the experience has been like. Christian talks through some rejections, some film festival updates, and the other projects. Mentioned on the podcast: "Radium Girls" Movie https://www.netflix.com/title/81059876 "Fragments of Light" Book Trailer (Jeff Kurtenacker composed the accompaniment) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bl3jwCMgB_I "ALBERT - An Encounter in Normandy" Michèle's Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OuI0WJ_I2Ao "Bathtubs Over Broadway" Documentary https://www.bathtubsoverbroadway.com/ "The Movie Business Book" Textbook https://www.routledge.com/The-Movie-Business-Book/Squire/p/book/9781138656291 Check out Michèle Phoenix's website: https://michelephoenix.com/ & Buy her book: https://michelephoenix.com/fragments-of-light/

Emmy Award winning producer, published author, and returning Documentary First guest, Sandy Gordon, walks through Covid safety protocols in the film industry.

It is just Christian this time giving a short recap of what her trip was like reconnecting with friends of the film on her recent trip to France. This includes seeing Dany Patrix's family bar be revived, getting a tour guide in author, Denis Van Den Brink, and meeting with the mayor of Carentan in a church bell tower.

Where do podcasts come from? This week we engage in the ins and outs of finding your voice through podcasting. The struggles, the joys, and the technical bumps along the way are all about the process.  

We wrap this year off with a special announcement- - the rebranding of our film company to: Documentary First. Take a quick behind the scenes look at the roll out of this exciting news with Josh Lindsay and Christian Taylor.

On this episode, we’re talking through Christian’s movies/series pitches, where they’ve been pitched and some updates about the film. We talk through Flickfair, their film festival and how Christian discovered them. Then we talk through rebranding and Patreon, which you can support us at here: https://www.patreon.com/DocFirstPodcast