I often describe myself as a cynical optimist, continually locked in a cycle of hoping for the best but expecting (and sometimes preparing) for the very, very worst. This contradictory mix has served me well as a fan of ultra low-budget cinema. While I maintain a healthy respect for those who go through the pain and stress of creating films, I also recognize that extremely limited budgets and amateur talent mean that it’s likely the end result will be of mixed quality. At best. But there’s a sincerity to microbudget filmmaking that keeps me coming back. A purity of intent
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