The Unspoken Fight
We are human. We all feel that lazy-bones, knee-jerk, inertia-driven response whenever someone tells us about an in-person event.
When everything can be streamed on demand, and home is comfy, and the fridge is full, what could possibly lure you out of that cozy nest?
Simulta...
Making new film tools = joy!
Pop Quiz, Hot Shot!
What happens when you blend a computer programmer with a filmmaker?
Answer: A nerd who builds filmmaking tools for FUN!
Specifically...
Filmmaker Tools
Last month, I launched the Call Sheet Generator to Friendly Filmmaker members, offering a quic...
Community testing phase complete!
As Promised!
It's official! The sign up link on the website redirects to a waiting page, and no new sign ups are allowed.
New features are being added to help our existing Members, and others are being optimized.
Next week, I will announce the Public Launch d...
The Friendly Filmmaker Community testing phase is almost over!
4 Days Left!
Reminder, on SEPTEMBER 1st, the Beta phase of the Friendly Filmmaker Community officially ends. The sign up link on the site will close. No one will be able to join until we re-open the doors to the Public (date TBA).
I...
The Friendly Filmmaker Community testing phase is almost over!
Last Chance
Over a year ago, Friendly Filmmaker launched the Friendly Filmmaker Community on the newly refurbished website.
Since then, slowly but surely, we've been growing the Community on the new platform. Away from ads, bots, a...
Best First-Time Filmmaker Award!
"Manic" Update
The Valkyrie International Film Festival screenings were epic, with amazing Q&As after every block where the filmmakers attended to represent their films.
Amelia's film recieved a warm reception, and Amelia herself was recongized by the judges as ...
Tonight!
"Manic" Comes Home!
If you are attending the Valkyrie International Film Festival (starting tonight), then look for Amelia Favata's film Manic, screening in the 8:30 block! This is the third festival appearance, but the FIRST time it's screened in Buffalo, where we filmed!Welcome home!...
After Wrap
After any project finishes shooting, everyone celebrates a job well done. For me, the euphoria of creating something on set with a group of talented people is the true high point. I love production! And I ride that wave through the post-production process, which can be very lonely by...
Dead Of Winter 2026 (summer edition!)
Horror Films!
If you missed the Shawna Shea Film Festival last week, this weekend offers you another chance to catch the screenings of some epic films made by the local indie film community, including Mother Grimm by Jason Lake and Manic by Amelia Favata. (...
SSFF 2026 in Worcester!
Indie Films!
It's finally here! The indie film event of the year!The Shawna Shea Film Festival! Friendly Filmmaker didn't submit a film this year, but I helped out on 4 that are screening.Mother Grimm by Jason LakeNoctis Monstorum by Patrick Rahall & Ashes Homon RahallIn...
Sneak Peek!
Next week is the World Premiere of first time filmmaker Amelia Favata's "Manic", which is a beautiful and trippy psychological thriller. If you've been following the socials, you've probably seen some arresting stills and posters, but I bet you haven't seen our interview!(Mostly, be...
Celebrate!
Wishing you all a happy Independence Day weekend! Here's to the creative sparks in us all! 😁🎬📸🙌🎆🎇
JULY 16-18
SHAWNA SHEA FILM FESTIVALWORCESTER, MA
The annual event of the year! Many amazing films by local filmmakers will be screened and celebrated!For one, Amelia Favata's debut...
