
How to be a Filmmaker
“Buster Keaton lives on”
Synopsis
How to Be a Filmmaker (Short Film) A banana, a pie, a pink elephant head... and a vintage football? In this surreal, slapstick whirlwind, three chaotic 'Penistone Round Table' Volunteers stumble through the absurd but heartfelt process of How to be a Filmmaker. With tips from Keaton Talmadge, the great-granddaughter of Buster Keaton himself, “How to Be a Filmmaker” breaks the fourth wall and all the rules in a riotous crash course on creativity, all leading to the big screen at the Penistone Paramount Theatre. Funny, fast-paced, and lovingly bonkers. Screenplay by Jennifer Bulcock Shot & edited by Shaun Stone-Riley Credits; Voice Over Keaton Talmadge PRT volunteers: Jon "That Jon" Gilbert Zak "Zag" Davis Chris McKenzie Projectionist / Conductor Brian Barnsley Stressed Crew member Jennifer Bulcock BTS - Calum Auckland Drone shot - Mickey Moo
Top Cast
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Production Budget
$1K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$1K
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
1x
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Budget Return
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
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- Original Title
- How to be a Filmmaker
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2m
- Production Budget
- $1K
- Worldwide Gross
- $1K
- Production Studios
- Penistone Film Festival
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Shaun Stone-Riley
Department Leadership Roster
Shaun Stone-Riley
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About How to be a Filmmaker
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is How to be a Filmmaker about?
How to Be a Filmmaker (Short Film) A banana, a pie, a pink elephant head... and a vintage football? In this surreal, slapstick whirlwind, three chaotic 'Penistone Round Table' Volunteers stumble through the absurd but heartfelt process of How to be a Filmmaker. With tips from Keaton Talmadge, the great-granddaughter of Buster Keaton himself, “How to Be a Filmmaker” breaks the fourth wall and all the rules in a riotous crash course on creativity, all leading to the big screen at the Penistone Paramount Theatre. Funny, fast-paced, and lovingly bonkers. Screenplay by Jennifer Bulcock Shot & edited by Shaun Stone-Riley Credits; Voice Over Keaton Talmadge PRT volunteers: Jon "That Jon" Gilbert Zak "Zag" Davis Chris McKenzie Projectionist / Conductor Brian Barnsley Stressed Crew member Jennifer Bulcock BTS - Calum Auckland Drone shot - Mickey Moo
Who directed How to be a Filmmaker?
How to be a Filmmaker was directed by Not specified.
Who stars in How to be a Filmmaker?
The principal cast of How to be a Filmmaker includes Keaton Talmadge, Jennifer Bulcock.
When was How to be a Filmmaker released and how long is it?
How to be a Filmmaker was released in the theatrical window with a total runtime of 2m.
What was the box office and production budget of How to be a Filmmaker?
How to be a Filmmaker had a reported production budget of $1K and grossed $1K at the worldwide box office (1 return on budget, classified as a budget recovered).
