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#16 - SUMMARIES | Kd Amond: Perfection is the Opposite of Done: Indie Horror Filmmaking Secrets

Category: TV & Film
Duration: 00:17:52
Publish Date: 2026-01-20 10:30:53
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In this episode, Alex Ivey and Allison Inverness dive deep into the work and philosophy of filmmaker Kd Amond, exploring how she creates feature films on micro budgets that wouldn't even cover catering on major productions. They examine her journey from small-town Louisiana to becoming a multi-hyphenate filmmaker who writes, directs, produces, and edits her own psychological thrillers and horror films. The discussion reveals specific strategies for removing creative excuses and turning limitations into marketing advantages, including her strategic use of iPhones as cinema cameras.



We also talk about:

• The transition from dramedy to horror filmmaking and Kd's academic approach to the genre

• Specific directing techniques including the Colored Pencil Method and the importance of scene "hooks"

• On-set challenges of micro-budget productions, including a harrowing drowning scene with dish soap

• The partnership between Kd and actress Sarah Zanotti through their production company "AZ IF Productions"

• Creating supportive, nurturing film sets that prioritize emotional safety over traditional hierarchical structures



People, Places, Products, and References Mentioned:

Kd Amond (filmmaker)

Sarah Zanotti (actress/creative partner)

AZ IF Productions

Five Women in the End

Rattled

Faye

Trainspotting

El Mariachi

The Exorcist

iPhone 8

iPhone 10

Filmic Pro app

R80 Cinema Camera

Robert Rodriguez

Amanda Palmer

Dean Shortland

Emilia Clarke

Livingston, Louisiana

Nashville

Burbank

Weller whiskey

Nelson's Greenbrier


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