The Short Film Masterclass with Sundance Programmer Mike Plante

Welcome back to The Film Dept. Podcast!

In this episode, our hosts met with Mike Plante, producer and senior programmer for Sundance Film Festival, discussing the journey of short films from creation to submission at festivals like Sundance. They explore the importance of choosing the right stories, common pitfalls in filmmaking, and the various avenues available for filmmakers to showcase their work.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

03:20 Mike Plante's Journey in Film

06:14 The Sundance Film Festival Experience

08:58 Submitting Short Films to Sundance

11:32 Common Mistakes in Short Film Submissions

14:25 Distribution Avenues for Short Films

17:12 Advice for New Filmmakers

19:55 Networking and Opportunities in Film Festivals

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