Film And The Economy

Today I've decided to talk about current events. At least to a small degree, and how it can effect us as Indie Film Makers.

As we all know our economy today is in a recession. That tells us that people are going to be worried about how they spend their money, and about current events in the world that could effect our economy even more. My initial reaction to this is that, our lives in the film world are going to be harder. I thought this because, in history the arts really exploded and boomed during a time where the economy really boomed itself. Thus telling us times are going to be hard in the arts field including in film. Well after further thought and many discussions with both people in the film industry and the average Joe, I came to a conclusion. Those concepts I stated above may not apply to the film industry. In fact it may help us more than ever. Now I know you may be asking why? The answer is rather simple. With everyone worried about our economy, and current affairs, they are going to need an escape. Us as film makers supply that escape with our videos, movies, and tv shows. As you can see many of these people go watch movies, videos on youtube, and tv show for this reason. Heck a major example is on opening weekend for Beverly Hills Chihuahua it was the highest grossing movie. When a movie like that is top in the charts, you know that the people are hurting for not only entertainment but an escape from reality, and the problems of the world.

As you can see now my friends. An economic recession can actually be an opportunity for all film makers. Well, I guess that's all for now. In the words of Funny Man, "I'll catch you on the flip side." (The Boondock Saints)