Charles has a wealth and variety of boots on the ground experience in the film world. He, more than most people I know, has the kind of knowledge you'd be foolish to pass up. He's made it easy for you by putting it all in this book.
Benno Nelson, Creative Director and Owner, Yes Equals Yes
A candid portrait of the film industry. Charles uses lessons from his own life as well as personal accounts from a variety of others in the industry to breakdown the taboo of talking about money, demonstrate that art is a business, while also inspiring young filmmakers to take charge of their own careers.
Jason Kliot, Oscar Nominated Producer of Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room, Capernaum, Coffee and Cigarettes
Charles Haine is like the wise older brother that every up-and-coming filmmaker needs. In this book, he guides you through the realities of building a film or media career with both pragmatism and care.
Liz Nord, Filmmaker and Senior Producer, Sundance Institute
Charles Haine has written an immensely readable, highly informative book that is a welcome companion for all those looking to sustain a career in the film industry. Filmmakers, actors, and artists across various disciplines will benefit from the guidance Haine offers in his well-organized chapters. It is like having a conversation with an experienced friend who does all the talking.
Cedering Fox, Founder and Artistic Director of WordTheatre (R)
Charles has a wealth and variety of boots on the ground experience in the film world. He, more than most people I know, has the kind of knowledge you'd be foolish to pass up. He's made it easy for you by putting it all in this book.
Benno Nelson, Creative Director and Owner, Yes Equals Yes
A candid portrait of the film industry. Charles uses lessons from his own life as well as personal accounts from a variety of others in the industry to breakdown the taboo of talking about money, demonstrate that art is a business, while also inspiring young filmmakers to take charge of their own careers.
Jason Kliot, Oscar Nominated Producer of Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room, Capernaum, Coffee and Cigarettes
Charles Haine is like the wise older brother that every up-and-coming filmmaker needs; In this book, he guides you through the realities of building a film or media career with both pragmatism and care.
Liz Nord, Filmmaker and Senior Producer, Sundance Institute
Charles Haine has written an immensely readable, highly informative book that is a welcome companion for all those looking to sustain a career in the film industry. Filmmakers, actors, and artists across various disciplines will benefit from the guidance Haine offers in his well-organized chapters. It is like having a conversation with an experienced friend who does all the talking.
Cedering Fox, Founder and Artistic Director of WordTheatre (R)