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  2. 362 - Navigating Strikes and Incentives and Getting Films Made in New Orleans with Full Armor Films' Frank Monteleone | Indie Talk

Dec 5, 2023

Hello, Hello! 

 

In this episode of the Make It Podcast, independent filmmaker Frank Monteleone joins Chris and Nick to talk about his company, Full Armor Films, his career, and the film industry in New Orleans and beyond.

 

We also talk about:

 


- Frank discusses starting Full Armor Films in New Orleans and how the city's film tax incentives have helped grow the local industry.
- The group talks about acting techniques, pitching projects to studios vs. independently, and how recent strikes have impacted the business. 
- Frank shares his experience getting an exception during the WGA strike to continue production.
- Acting exercises like being assigned random characters at parties are discussed as ways to improve skills.
- And a brand new Things You Should Know — inspired by Frank! 

 

 

Enjoy!

 

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