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IMDb2m$1K Worldwide Gross

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

Financials & Box Office Performance

ReleasedBudget Recovered (1x ROI)

Production Budget

$1K

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

$1K

Total global ticket sales

Box Office Return

1x

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Theatrical Status

Budget Return

Box office tier

Budget: $1KWorldwide: $1K

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

Director of Photography

Shaun Stone-Riley

Department Leadership Roster

Shaun Stone-Riley

Director of Photography

Official cinematic photography and background stills for How to be a Filmmaker.

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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).