Ep. 98 - The Domino Effect with Producer Daren Smith

11/19/24 • 68 min

Join us as we chat with independent film producer, author, and creative entrepreneur Daren Smith to uncover the often-overlooked role producers play in bringing a story into existence. Daren discusses his collaborations with director Garrett Batty on indie films "Faith of Angels" and "The Carpenter" and how he navigates the complex world of theatrical releases.
Daren shares his journey from sound to screen, explaining how passion for theatrical distribution fuels a desire to create immersive experiences for audiences. The conversation touches on the essence of balancing artistry with commerce, as well as the significance of mentorship. Daren shares unique strategies independent producers employ to thrive in a competitive market while staying true to their creative visions.
With a keen eye on the financial success of indie films, Daren discusses innovative investment models, release strategies, and step-by-step career growth.
Learn more about Daren's Films and Check out his blog/podcast at: https://www.craftsmanfilms.co/

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Film and Family - Ep. 98 - The Domino Effect with Producer Daren Smith

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Speaker 100:00:31.400

Well , Darren Smith , welcome to Film and Family . We're super excited to have you on .

Speaker 200:00:37.820

Yeah , thanks for having me . This is cool how we met and I think , like the fact that you guys wanted to speak to a producer is always just very flattering .

Speaker 100:00:48.045

So you know unsung heroes

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