IFH 853: The Legal Mistake That Can Destroy Your Film Career with Nellie Akalp
In this episode of Indie Film Hustle, host Alex Ferrari and guest Nellie Akalp, CEO of CorpNet, discuss the legal foundations essential for indie filmmakers, focusing on choosing the right business entity—LLC versus S‑Corp—for film projects. Akalp explains that each film should be its own entity and highlights the flexibility of LLCs for multi‑state collaborations, while noting S‑Corps offer stricter qualifications but can provide tax advantages. She also shares her entrepreneurial journey from law school to founding CorpNet, emphasizing the evolving landscape of entrepreneurship in the digital age and the importance of education and relationship‑building for success.
IFH 848: Why Most Filmmakers NEVER Finish Their Movies with Rob Dimension
Rob Dimension, a veteran filmmaker and podcaster, argues that the biggest obstacle for creators isn’t lack of tools but a failure to execute. He stresses relentless, imperfect production over waiting for perfect conditions, warning against the "good enough" trap that...