Independent filmmaker Pat McGee explores the fast track production of his feature documentary Bernie Blackout: The Revolution Will Not Be Televised .
We discuss:
- The Concept: documenting Bernie Sanders’ campaign and the media bias against him.
- His unique access to the Sanders campaign.
- The High-risk decision to commit to the production without a buyer.
- The value of capturing a social scientist’s analysis of the ‘Bernie Bro’ attack against Sanders’ supporters.
- The unexpected pitch and offer from VICE.
- High-speed post-production.
We conclude with a discussion of the opportunities for independent filmmakers who view the world from the Left versus for corporate or rightwing film makers.
Listen to my pod-versation with Pat McGee (25′).
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Detailed Case Study
- Read my detailed Bernie Blackout Case Study with Pat McGee (above) here.
The Right!
- Read Gregory Crofton’s coverage of the rightwing documentary producers who have been prominent members of the Trump circle.
- Watch out for more coverage here.
