Three Reasons You Should be Making a Feature-Length Film RIGHT NOW

The time is now for all of us to graduate from our short film ways and make a feature film. In this video I outline three reasons why.
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[@knoptop]

If by “feature film” you mean... an engaging 30 second vertical video... I’m in!!

[@codyclarke]

I've made eight feature-length films since I discovered your channel quite a long time ago. You've been with me for my entire filmmaking journey! Thank you for everything you've shown me that is possible on a frugal budget.

[@TheFilmLook]

I told myself I would get my feature script written this year. Gonna have to now, no better time! Cheers Frugal!

[@randyrowell8048]

My KZbin world just shifted back on its axis. I'm glad to see you back and wish nothing but the best for you and your feature.

[@DIYCameraGuy]

Your video could not have come a a better time for me. I normally shoot about 6 short films each year and I was the cinematographer on a feature a few years ago. Because of lockdown, 2020 was the first year in a long time that I hadn’t work on any film sets. This gave me time to look over some of my older scripts. One of my favorites had a few plot and character problems that are now solved and I am loving the story. I just started looking into marketing and distribution, this has been a weak point for many of the films I have worked on in the past. I plan to shoot a lot of the b-roll type shots and gather audio for the film over the over the summer and shoot the rest of the film in September. I can’t wait to see more about how you market and distribute your film.

[@JuanCastilloCS]

Nice to see you are still active; the last video I watched was done at a family/friend's home before your family moved to Alaska. It's been awhile but I need to binge this weekend to get that "Frugal" mindset as I work on my next project after swapping "the good ole days" stores with a stranger at lunch. Good luck on your feature and thanks for all your contributions to the Indie Filmmaker.

[@rickh6963]

Scott! I'm glad you are finally getting back what you love! Looking forward to the frugal hacks as well as the film! I just recently apply some frugal principals when I built my own big light out of a household 3800 lumen LED panel. About $45 ..... win!

[@frankligas2249]

Thanks for the video. He's back. He was gone for a time. But, he's back and every bit a force to be reckoned with as always. Keep the channel going. Love your work.

[@HitfilmSensei]

How exciting! I look forward to your progress updates. 😀

[@alaskavfxfilmer]

@Film Sensei Look Whose Here! 😆

[@HitfilmSensei]

@@alaskavfxfilmer Good to see you! 😀

[@alaskavfxfilmer]

@@HitfilmSensei Apparently multiple Hitfilmers are interested in Budget Filmmaking, Imagine that! 😂

[@HitfilmSensei]

@@alaskavfxfilmer I've been following the Frugal Filmmaker for almost ten years. I have built not one, but two "Camera Stabilizer Rigs," and they definitely cost under $5!

[@alaskavfxfilmer]

@@HitfilmSensei so have I, I love using pvc to fabricate stuff on a low budget.

[@whothetechknows]

Sending good vibes! This is going to be the year!

[@ThePheonix2009]

Welcome back. I kept checking but I didn't see anything new. I just subscribed.

[@jeffreybrown8422]

Welcome back again. Good to see ya

[@FatManderson]

Glad to see you back! ❤️

[@stephenrider2413]

Good to see you

[@michaelramova]

I'm shooting a feature myself this year. Thank you for all the inspiration and help for the past years. See ya in the festivals, brother!

[@brandonherman4514]

I don't know what made me wonder if you're still making episodes, but here we are, and you just posted this 9 hours ago. Great to see you! Thanks for your work and the inspiration to create my own.

[@ericburres2875]

Looking forward to watching your progression in this endeavor. And I always enjoy your vids on your builds so that's a double plus. Very good to see your presence.

[@XDDoomsday]

I have the same thoughts right now)). A feature attracts more attention. Thanks for your thoughts and info.

[@00Skyfox]

It's always great to see your videos, Scott! They're always so interesting, even for those of us who aren't into film making and just like the tips for the occasional video.

[@SoundDiogo]

Welcome back, good sir!

[@BorsukenSlayer]

Great to see you Again, hope you dont stay away for too long this time.

[@MakeArtHurt]

Editing my third feature now - each one takes about a year of your life and at the very least 10k. I'm going back to shorts - each one takes about a week and $600 :-) Still, I'll watch your feature, so get crackin'.

[@frugalfilmmaker]

Those numbers sound about right.

[@telmore6490]

KZbin award aptly placed for all to see

[@nyadmen7097]

Love it, thanks!

[@telmore6490]

FF can you finally confirm the script you are working on has something to with the long rumored "Son of Skywalker" (codenamed A new horizon before us) is actually going to happen this year by director PJ being filmed somewhere in Alaska. I hear they have brought in a lot of extras and at least half a dozen hotels are already booked and the shooting location is somewhere near Portage (Think 1985's Runaway Train backdrop)

[@PjPerez]

Where have you been for a few months? I feel like you haven't posted in YEARS! But, apparently, it's just that KZbin wasn't showing them to me in my Subscriptions feed. Come on, what the heck? Guess I need to ring that bell!

[@KenParrish61]

Would love to see how you made that potable fire effect light

[@howlinhobbit]

great to see you again! I'm not sure my editing software, even on my spanky new iPad Air, is up to doing a feature length film. this is OK, as I'm mainly interested in doing music videos, what with being the Ukulele Ace and all that. I still get a lot of ideas and inspiration from your videos.

[@vaaravisio]

Could you do a tutorial on that lantern thing you made? We could use one in our feature

[@baileyanthony89]

Omg did I just get a unicorn? Welcome back. Hope all is well. We all missed you!

[@BadKarma714]

I would like to volunteer and help you make a movie I could use the experience.

[@RCThis]

Wow, I missed your vids!

[@farhansabir292]

I 💕 love your videos

[@petersensalas8643]

I came across ur video great info thanx.....but how does one start in regards to getting actors n such ????. Fyi....I did a music video...but nothin was planned..I just pieced scenes together and added the music.

[@TerryMcGearyScotland]

Must be a bit like the problem of deciding which book to be your best seller: what do I make a feature film of?

[@NotAloneStudios]

Here are 3 reasons why I shouldn't make a feature film: 1. I don't have money 2. I don't have the time 3. I don't have money

[@sanddemon96]

You don't need money. You need time.

[@MPA188]

I disagree with the third reason, there are tons of features new audiences can choose from. The mobile satellite internet is not gonna change the market saturation.

[@frugalfilmmaker]

Noted!

[@farhansabir292]

Hello iam from pakistan

[@ZvilgantisKailis]

How to do a big picture when me can't do a short film? :D