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Welcome to the DBS Films Podcast! Listen to Kellan and Brendan of DBS Films tell insights, tips and stories that go into making multiple movies. Navigating both the creative and business side to having a successful studio. Be sure to follow us on Discord,

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    The DBS Films Podcast: Inside an Indie Filmmaking Studio is a truly informative and insightful podcast that offers a wealth of knowledge about independent acting and production companies. Hosted by two brothers, the podcast provides invaluable guidance and support throughout the entire production process, from pre-production to post-production. I am incredibly grateful for their help and expertise, and I eagerly look forward to what they have in store for future episodes.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is the incredible amount of information it provides. The hosts are professional and passionate filmmakers who take their work seriously, offering in-depth insights into various aspects of filmmaking. Whether you're interested in screenwriting, the filmmaking process, or horror movies specifically, this podcast covers it all. It's rare to find a podcast hosted by individuals actively involved in making movies, which allows listeners to witness their growth and development firsthand.

    Additionally, the hosts' knowledge and enthusiasm shines through in every episode. They create a welcoming atmosphere that engages listeners from start to finish. The discussions are well-structured and offer helpful points for aspiring filmmakers. Even if you're not looking to pursue a career in the film industry, this podcast still offers fascinating insights into the creative process behind movie-making.

    As for downsides, there really aren't many apparent flaws with this podcast. Some listeners might prefer more varied content or additional guests on certain episodes. However, since the hosts are part of an indie filmmaking studio themselves, it makes sense that they primarily focus on their own experiences and projects.

    In conclusion, The DBS Films Podcast: Inside an Indie Filmmaking Studio is an exceptional resource for anyone interested in independent acting or production companies. With its abundance of informative content, passionate hosts, and engaging discussions, this podcast is genuinely a must-listen for film enthusiasts or those seeking knowledge about the filmmaking process. I highly recommend giving it a try and immersing yourself in the world of DBS Films.



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    Latest episodes from DBS Films Podcast: Inside an Indie Filmmaking Studio

    A Cold Grave is now live and so I am (sort of) 1/21/2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2024 4:50


    A Cold Grave is now live! A Cold Gravehttps://www.amazon.com/Cold-Grave-Benjamin-L-Newmark/dp/B0CN9RM3H2/ref=sr_1_1?crid=13Q34NBY28EYT&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.DDvcp1dzXwh0vzBhJEZcNI3qSrfF8tCbbQJjjEZnpGpwWtIK5CM8kLFYMR0sGtwZfdU05X2vNCBIEuD8k_FTolf3WzaBq9tRtRvqZNqavqZzcYqQNMaXdFuTFifNaKBj3h3DkgfNwB1SKLearn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    DBS Films Throwback: Scene By Scene Breakdown of the Haunting of the Murder House Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2023 49:49


    In this episode we break scene by scene our newest Horror Movie The Haunting of the Murder House part 3Watch for Free on Tubi https://tubitv.com/movies/685730/the-...In October, four filmmakers disappeared in a haunted house while live streaming on social media. A year later, their footage was found.Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    DBS Films Throwback: Scene by Scene Breakdown of the Haunting of the Murder House Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2023 38:04


    In this episode we break scene by scene our newest Horror Movie The Haunting of the Murder House Watch for Free on Tubi https://tubitv.com/movies/685730/the-...In October, four filmmakers disappeared in a haunted house while live streaming on social media. A year later, their footage was found.Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    DBS Films Throwback: Scene by Scene Breakdown of the Haunting of the Murder House Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2023 49:14


    In this episode we break scene by scene our newest Horror Movie The Haunting of the Murder House Watch for Free on Tubi https://tubitv.com/movies/685730/the-...In October, four filmmakers disappeared in a haunted house while live streaming on social media. A year later, their footage was found.Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    What We've Learned From Making Six Found Footage Feature Films Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2023 26:42


    Tips and tricks to Found Footage! Horror In the Foresthttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    What We've Learned From Making Six Found Footage Feature Films Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2023 28:54


    Tips and tricks to Found Footage! Horror In the Foresthttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    The Haunting of the Murder House Lockwood Files is now cast! Production Update 11/18/2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2023 4:16


    Congrats to our cast! Horror In the Foresthttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    The WGA and SAG Strikes are over! Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2023 24:42


    Our thoughts on the strikes being over!  Horror In the Foresthttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    The WGA and SAG Strikes are over! Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2023 23:25


    Our thoughts ohttps://linktr.ee/DBSFilmsn the strikes being over!  Horror In the Foresthttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    Auditions Close tonight! A Cold Grave Launch Team Production Update 11/11/2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2023 6:03


    Auditions Close Tonight! Horror In the Foresthttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    Making our 4th Horror Movie of 2023 Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2023 26:34


    We're making our 4th Movie of the year!Horror In the Foresthttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    Making our 4th Horror Movie of 2023 Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2023 19:19


    We're making our 4th Movie of the year! Horror In the Foresthttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    Auditions are now live! Also thanks for the birthday wishes! Production Update 11/5/2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2023 4:39


    We need your help! Horror In the Foresthttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    Five Nights At Freddy's and Why Horror Movies Keep Performing in 2023 Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2023 26:04


    Horror is paving the way in 2023Horror In the Foresthttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    A Cold Grave Launch team update Production Update 10/28/2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2023 4:56


    We need your help! Horror In the Foresthttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    DBS Films Quarter 3 Update Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2023 32:00


    Update on how things are doing!Horror In the Foresthttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    DBS Films Quarter 3 Update Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2023 30:24


    Update on how things are doing! Horror In the Foresthttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    A Cold Grave Feedback Murder house casting Production Update 10/21/2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2023 4:47


    A Cold Grave Feedback and casting coming soon! Horror In the Foresthttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    Day by Day breakdown of our 15th Feature Film Part 6

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2023 21:57


    Part 6 of our production for the Girl in Cabin 14!Horror In the Foresthttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    Day by Day breakdown of our 15th Feature Film Part 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2023 18:46


    Part 5 of our production for the Girl in Cabin 14! Horror In the Foresthttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    A Cold Grave Super Fans Premiere Production Update 10/14/2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2023 3:54


    See you there! Horror In the Foresthttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    Day by Day Breakdown of our 15th Feature Film Part 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2023 23:52


    Part 4 of our production for the Girl in Cabin 14! Horror In the Foresthttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    Day by Day breakdown of our 15th Feature Film Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2023 31:24


    Part 3 of our production for the Girl in Cabin 14! Horror In the Foresthttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    Forest of Death has over 1.8 million views on Tubi Production Update 10/7/23

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2023 8:10


    Thanks for all the support!!! Horror In the Foresthttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    Day By Day Breakdown of our 15th Feature Film Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2023 29:50


    Here's a breakdown of our newest feature film! Watch The Haunting of the Murder House For FREE!https://tubitv.com/movies/685730/the-...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    Day By Day Breakdown of Filming our 15th Feature Film Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2023 26:03


    Here's a breakdown of our newest feature film! Watch The Haunting of the Murder House For FREE!https://tubitv.com/movies/685730/the-...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    We finished our 15th feature film and I got to meet Sparkle!!! Production Update 9/30/2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2023 3:23


    We did it! Horror In the Foresthttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    DBS Throwback: Scene By Scene Breakdown of The Girl in Cabin 13

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 47:47


    In this episode we breakdown our 9th movie, The Girl In Cabin 13Watch The Haunting of the Murder House For FREE!https://tubitv.com/movies/685730/the-...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    DBS Throwback: Scene By Scene Breakdown of The Girl in Cabin 13 Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2023 55:03


    In this episode we breakdown our 9th movie, The Girl In Cabin 13Watch The Haunting of the Murder House For FREE!https://tubitv.com/movies/685730/the-...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    We Start Filming The Girl In Cabin 14 This Week! Production Update 9/16/2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2023 3:23


    Wish us luck! Horror In the Foresthttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

    girl cabin filming production update
    What We Would Change in Horror in the Forest 2.0 Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2023 20:01


    What we would change from Horror in the Forest Horror In the Foresthttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    What We Would Change in Horror in the Forest 2.0 Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2023 28:13


    What we would change from Horror in the Forest Horror In the Foresthttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    A Cold Grave Premieres next week(+ Bonus Odesza Rant) Production Update 9/9/2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2023 15:45


    A Cold Grave Premieres next week! Also why does Kellan love Odesza so much?!?!Horror In the Foresthttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    Scene By Scene Breakdown of Horror in the Forest Part 6

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2023 23:33


    Scene by Scene review of our newest horror movie! Horror In the Forest Horror In the Foresthttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    Scene By Scene Breakdown of Horror in the Forest Part 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2023 20:21


    Scene by Scene review of our newest horror movie! Horror In the Forest Horror In the Foresthttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    Announcing the Girl in cabin 14 Cast Production Update 9/2/23

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2023 5:14


    Congrats to those that got the role! Horror In the Foresthttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

    girl cabin production update
    Scene By Scene Breakdown of Horror in the Forest Part 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2023 23:08


    Scene by Scene review of our newest horror movie! Horror In the Forest Horror In the Foresthttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    Scene By Scene Breakdown of Horror in the Forest Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2023 26:30


    Scene by Scene review of our newest horror movie! Horror In the Forest Horror In the Foresthttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    Casting for the Girl in Cabin 13 Announcement Soon Production Update 8/26/23

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2023 4:56


    Casting coming soon! Horror In the Foresthttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    Scene By Scene Breakdown of Horror in the Forest Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2023 31:20


    Scene by Scene review of our newest horror movie! Horror In the ForestHorror In the Foresthttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    Scene By Scene Breakdown of Horror in the Forest Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2023 31:38


    Scene by Scene review of our newest horror movie! Horror In the Forest Horror In the Foresthttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    Horror in the Forest is now Live! Production Update 8/19/23

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2023 6:02


    Horror in the Forest is now live! Horror In the Foresthttps://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/amzn1.dv.gti.44652307-6e4f-4b76-b935-a632c1983834?ref_=imdbref_tt_wbr_pvt_aiv&tag=imdbtag_tt_wbr_pvt_aiv-20Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    How to keep your audiences attention as a Filmmaker Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2023 25:40


    Forest of Death https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    The Girl in Cabin 14 Auditions Close Tonight Update 8/12/23

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2023 5:30


    The Girl in Cabin 14 Auditions Close Tonight! Forest of Deathhttps://tubitv.com/movies/100001989/f...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    Why You Should Re-visit Your Past Concepts as A Filmmaker Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2023 23:47


    Why your old concepts can be the best to remake! Part 1Forest of Death https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    Why You Should Re-visit Your Past Concepts as A Filmmaker Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2023 21:57


    We talk about the box office success that is Barbenheimer! Forest of Death https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    The Girl in Cabin 14 Auditions Are Live Production Update 8/5/23

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2023 5:05


    The Girl in Cabin 14 Auditions are now live! Forest of Deathhttps://tubitv.com/movies/100001989/f...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    Why Barbenheimer was a Box Office Success Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2023 22:30


    We talk about the box office success that is Barbenheimer! Forest of Death https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    Why Barbenheimer was a Box Office Success Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2023 27:01


    We talk about the box office success that is Barbenheimer! Forest of Death https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    The DBS Films Workshops are Live Project Update 7/29/23

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2023 8:34


    Check out our Workshops! Forest of Deathhttps://tubitv.com/movies/100001989/f...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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    Why Your First Indie Film Will Likely be Bad Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2023 26:48


    Why your first Film will likely be bad part 1Forest of Death https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detai...Learn more about us:https://dbsfilms.com/https://linktr.ee/DBSFilms

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