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The conversation opens with a reflection on the difficulty of producing films, especially without sufficient financial backing. One filmmaker mentions having completed just one feature film and expresses the desire to fund another, but laments the incredible challenges and costs associated with capturing 17 days of footage in Indiana without a budget. They highlight that even the simplest solutions, like shooting on an iPhone, are often inadequate without good sound, makeup, and production value. This underscores a core issue: the financial barriers that stifle independent filmmaking, making it hard for creators to bring their visions to life.