Available to rent or own now on all streaming platforms - https://linktr.ee/clonecops Clone Cops: The Origins of Clone Cops Episode Summary:In this inaugural episode of the Clone Cops Podcast, filmmakers Philip Cordell (Co-writer/Actor), Danny Dones (Co-writer/Director), Charles Royce (VFX Supervisor/Producer), and Corey Allen (Cinematographer) take you back to the very beginning—how Clone Cops was born.The team dives into:• The early brainstorming sessions and how a casual pitch about “Clone Cops” turned into a full-fledged feature film.• The influence of classic sci-fi and action movies like Robocop, Multiplicity, and Idiocracy on the film’s concept and tone.• How they navigated budget constraints, pivoting from their original vision to a more achievable (yet still ambitious) indie production.• The importance of a strong title in marketing, and how Clone Cops immediately resonated with audiences.• The screenwriting process, including early script drafts, table reads, and hiring professionals for script coverage.• The personal influences each creator brought to the project, from cinematography choices to VFX branding to character development.• The challenges of indie filmmaking, including skepticism about whether the movie would ever get made—and the mindset that pushed them forward.  Notable Quotes:• “We knew we had to make a feature. That was the next step.” – Philip Cordell• “Every movie is a miracle. It’s crazy that 40-50 people can come together to make this happen.” – Philip Cordell• “We wanted to make a movie that we loved, not just something that would impress people.” – Danny Dones• “The cavalry isn’t coming. No one’s going to hand you your filmmaking career—you have to go out and make it happen.” – Danny Dones Key Takeaways for Filmmakers:✅ Why micro-budget movies are a great starting point for indie filmmakers✅ The power of a great title in generating excitement and audience curiosity✅ How a table read can expose strengths and weaknesses in a script✅ The reality of script coverage—and why it’s a worthwhile investment✅ How visual and storytelling elements evolve from draft to final product✅ The importance of persistence and self-belief in indie filmmaking Next Episode Preview:In the next episode, the team breaks down the making of Clone Cops—including pre-production, budgeting, and the realities of bringing an indie film to life. Today’s Episode Sponsor:Brought to you by Nefaricorp Visit nefaricorp.com for more.#CloneCops #IndieFilmmaking #SciFiComedy #FilmmakingPodcast #BehindTheScenes Meet the Team:• Corey Allen – Cinematographer• Phillip Cordell – Co-writer, Actor, Producer• Danny Dones – Co-writer, Director• Charles Royce – Producer, VFX SupervisorThis podcast isn’t just for fans of the film—it’s also for aspiring filmmakers looking to learn from real-world experiences in indie film production. Expect candid discussions, valuable insights, and a whole lot of fun along the way. Subscribe now and follow our journey!➡️ Stay tuned for upcoming episodes as we break down the making of Clone Cops!Clone Cops is available now on all streaming platforms! https://linktr.ee/clonecops