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By Anslem Samuel | Published October 7, 2011 | Full size is 620 × 480 pixels

DON’T BE AFRAID TO ASK As the old saying goes, a closed mouth doesn’t get fed. According to LaMothe, no one will know you’re working on an indie film or need money to make it if you don’t tell them. “The second thing is definitely private financing,” he says. “Basically hitting the pavement. Contrary to popular belief, there are people out there who are looking for filmmakers the same way we’re looking for money. There are people out there looking to put money in the right hands of people who know what they’re doing, and who can create a strong piece.”

DON’T BE AFRAID TO ASK

As the old saying goes, a closed mouth doesn’t get fed.…

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