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Making It Work: Production Pressure, Test Audiences & Financing Reality
Episode 4520th April 2026 • Off The Lot • Ken Kabatoff and Anthony Epp
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In this episode of Off The Lot, Anthony Epp checks in from the first week of production on his new horror feature, sharing with Ken Kabatoff what it’s like to jump straight into night shoots, complex logistics, and a packed schedule as an assistant director. From managing a challenging mix of elements — including animals, kids, stunts, and special effects — to finding unique locations in British Columbia, he offers a grounded look at the realities of being on set.

The conversation also shifts into post-production, as a large test screening approaches for Remnant. Ken breaks down the importance of audience feedback, maintaining clarity without losing mystery, and how small adjustments — from ADR to structure — can reshape a film.

The episode wraps with a deeper discussion on film financing, exploring investor relationships, what makes a project commercially viable, and why building the right partnerships is just as critical as the film itself.

Follow Ken's Indie Horror Feature Remnant here:

www.remnantmovie.com

Follow Ken Kabatoff's newsletter The Film Founder here:

https://kenkabatoff.substack.com/about

Follow Anthony Epp's newsletter The Filmmaker's Notebook here:

www.anthonyepp.com

Follow Ken & Anthony on Instagram here:

@ken_kabatoff

@epptri

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