Hank Orion

Discover what it really takes to be an indie film director. Learn from real experiences, mistakes, and tips to navigate indie filmmaking successfully. Watch the full video series embedded here.

Being an indie filmmaker isn’t easy—no playbook, no million-dollar budget, just you, an old camera, and an idea that won’t quit. But that’s the beauty of it. Here’s what really matters if you want to keep going.

Outsiders was my first feature film—and my first heartbreak. Shot guerilla-style in London forests, lost to missing files, it became the ghost I carried for almost a decade.

My new two-day indie horror with Dan Iliadis, Sophia Carroll, and Concetta Clarizio. Releasing this Halloween.

I’m stubborn. I don’t let lack of experience stop me from trying. So I jumped in. I cut 80% of the film. Let that sink in. All that work. All that planning. All those scenes. Gone.

I left my home for Hollywood to chase a dream of becoming a cinematographer, but one shocking moment changed everything and led me to directing.

Filmmaking isn’t easy – it’s a decade-long grind of passion, persistence, and hard work. From a small village in Ukraine to Hollywood, here’s my journey of chasing dreams, questioning my path, and striving to create the one film that changes everything.

Spooked was more than a film – it was a challenge to push myself as a director, actor, and filmmaker. From shooting solo to stepping in front of the camera, this journey taught me the beauty and terror of acting while refining my craft behind the lens.

I launched a YouTube channel to share my filmmaking journey and inspire others. I’m still learning the ropes of content creation, it’s been a bumpy yet exciting ride. Join me as I navigate this new chapter and chase my dream of turning creativity into a career!

From dreams of directing to the challenges of life in LA, I’m sharing it all on my blog and YouTube channel. Let’s create, inspire, and conquer the hurdles together.