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In this episode of 'Truly Independent,' hosts Garrett Batty and Darren Smith delve into their experiences at the National Religious Broadcasters Convention (NRB) and the Zions Indie Film Fest (Ziff). They discuss invaluable networking opportunities, pitching strategies, and highlight standout moments from these events. Additionally, they analyze the significant presence and recognition of independent films at the 2025 Oscars, with a special focus on Sean Baker's sweeping success with 'An Nora.' The episode provides practical insights for indie filmmakers about the business, networking, and the evolving landscape of independent cinema.

00:00 Introduction to Truly Independent

01:09 Recap of Recent Events

01:39 National Religious Broadcasters Convention

02:59 Pitching to Distributors

04:42 Networking Strategies

09:18 Follow-Up and Relationship Building

17:48 Zion's Indie Film Festival Highlights

19:39 Flight Mishap and Indie Filmmaker Community

20:19 Highlighting a Unique Experimental Project

23:27 Award Ceremony and Standout Films

26:22 Oscars 2025: Indie Films Shine

29:41 Sean Baker's Journey and Achievements

36:35 Producer Types and Industry Insights

39:31 Wrapping Up and Future Plans

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