This episode of Truly Independent is supported by the Help Them See Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering filmmakers who tell stories of faith, hope, and connection. Learn more or get involved at HelpThemSeeFoundation.org
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🎙️ In this week’s episode, Garrett Batty and Daren Smith share an exclusive Q&A from a producer retreat at Sundance, where they screened Faith of Angels for a room full of filmmakers. They discuss the real process behind producing an independent feature—from finding the story, securing rights, and building the budget, to navigating the challenges of distribution and staying true to your mission as a storyteller.

If you’re passionate about filmmaking or inspired by stories that make a difference, this one’s for you.

Timestamps:
00:00 – Supported by Help Them See Foundation
01:10 – Welcome to Season 3 of Truly Independent
02:00 – Producing Faith of Angels: The Backstory
09:30 – Building a Creative Partnership in Filmmaking
17:15 – Balancing Truth and Drama in “Based on a True Story” Films
24:40 – How to Distribute a Faith-Based Feature
33:00 – Lessons from the Set and Audience Q&A