On the Filmmaking (Actually) podcast, award-winning indie filmmaker Koura Linda talks all things indie film, from project development through navigating the festival circuit!
With over 30 completed projects under her belt since late 2016, over 200 award nominations and almost 70 awards, Koura gives the nitty-gritty on what it takes to make a film.
From finding (or writing) a good story, to casting and auditioning, getting funding, planning for post production, utilizing festivals to grow your network, and everything in between including travel tips and any other random related topic.
Episode 92: How Much Do You (Actually) Need to Know??
How Much Do You Really Need to Know as a Leader?
How much do you actually need to know about the work you're doing? Isn't there a point where you can just mentally clock out and let other people worry about it? Should you even care?
When you're in a position of leadership or authority, understanding your craft matters deeply. Join Koura as she breaks down:
Exactly how much you need to know
Why deep domain knowledge matters
Who you should surround yourself with
How to stay connected to the actual work being done.
Have Questions or Comments? Reach out to Koura and the team at filmmakingactually@gmail.com (https://www.google.com/search?q=mailto%3Afilmmakingactually%40gmail.com).
Join Our Patreon Community: If you're passionate about creating meaningful films and want to connect with like-minded filmmakers, check out patreon.com/space_dream_productions (https://www.google.com/search?q=https://patreon.com/space_dream_productions). For as little as $1.99/month, you can join our community and stay updated on the latest projects from Koura and the Space Dream team.
Make sure to tune in for this and every episode! We're excited to share more of what we have in store for you on Filmmaking (Actually).
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3 Oct 2026
Episode 91: Are Film Festivals Worth It (Actually)??
Are festivals worth it?
Well, how do you define "worth it"? What are you looking for or hoping to get from going to a festival?
The answer isn't the same for everyone, and not everyone needs to be screened at every festival in order to find success. What do you need?
Join Koura in this episode where she breaks down the questions to ask to know which festivals are right for you, and if you should be submitting at all!
If you have any questions or comments for Koura or any of team, please reach out to us at filmmakingactually@gmail.com (filmmakingactually@gmail.com).
If you're passionate about creating meaningful films and want to connect with like-minded filmmakers, check out patreon.com/space_dream_productions (patreon.com/space_dream_productions).
For as little as $1.99 a month, you can join our community and stay updated on the latest projects from Koura and the Space Dream team.
Make sure to tune in for this and every episode, and we're excited to share more of what we have in store for you on Filmmaking (Actually).
Don't forget to subscribe and turn on notifications for future episodes!
22 Jul 2026
Ep. 90: Why Does It Matter Where Someone Works, Actually?
"Why does it matter where I work?? Just worry about if I'm doing my job."
That totally makes sense, and you'd think that is how it goes, but sadly, it is not.
While this might be something more affecting business owners, it can affect filmmakers too if you're hiring people across state or country lines. What difference does it make where you live and work?
Join Koura in this episode where she shares her experience (not legal advice), and goes over why your manager might care, or why you should care when you're hiring someone who doesn't live in the same state as you, or who might be moving, or living and working somewhere that doesn't match their address.
If you have any questions or comments for Koura or any of team, please reach out to us at filmmakingactually@gmail.com (mailto:filmmakingactually@gmail.com).
If you're passionate about creating meaningful films and want to connect with like-minded filmmakers, check out patreon.com/space_dream_productions (patreon.com/space_dream_productions).
For as little as $1.99 a month, you can join our community and stay updated on the latest projects from Koura and the Space Dream team.
Make sure to tune in for this and every episode, and we're excited to share more of what we have in store for you on Filmmaking (Actually).
Don't forget to subscribe and turn on notifications for future episodes!
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