🎬 Dive into the world of indie filmmaking with Derek Bauder! In this episode, Danny shares his journey creating low-budget horror films, the challenges of directing your own scripts, and the passion that drives his projects. From his upcoming film Around Midnight—a dark, family-focused horror—to his love of DVD and 4K movie collecting, this conversation is packed with insights for filmmakers, horror fans, and movie enthusiasts alike.

What you’ll hear in this episode:

• Tips for making meaningful movies on a small budget

• Behind-the-scenes challenges of indie filmmaking

• Influences from cult horror films like The Coffee Table and Pollo Loco

• The thrill of DVD and 4K collecting for cinephiles

• Upcoming projects, auditions, and ties to Breaking Bad

Whether you’re an aspiring filmmaker, a horror fan, or someone who loves movies, Derek’s insights are authentic, entertaining, and inspiring.

Follow Derek Bauder:

• Instagram/TikTok: @dannydorito23

• Film-focused TikTok: @derekjbauder