Episode 67: Amanda Verhagen; The Hidden Power of Line Producing

In this episode, I sit down with Amanda Verhagen, a talented line producer who has worked on major projects like Jurassic World Dominion, Cold Copy, and the recently released Love Me, starring Kristen Stewart and Steven Yeun.

Amanda walks us through her inspiring journey from being a child actor to becoming a sought-after producer in the film industry. We talk about:

What line producing actually involves, and why it's more creative than most people think

The surprising number of movie pitches a line producer works on each year 
 (that part truly blew my mind)

Behind-the-scenes insight into Love Me 

The challenges of working in the Canadian film industry

Why Canadian comedy deserves more support and attention

The importance of mental health and collaboration on set

And yes, If you watch on YOUTUBE there's a very special cameo from Amanda’s dog, Snacks — the name alone is adorable, and the dog lives up to it. 

If you're interested in filmmaking, producing, or just love hearing honest conversations about the industry, this one's for you.

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You can follow Amanda on IG [at]notable.amanda 
And check out her website: amandaverhagen.com & notablestudios.com 

Amanda's IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4488580/

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Line Producing
04:08 Amanda's Journey into Film Production
07:01 Lessons from Early Projects
09:59 Star-Struck Moments in the Industry
11:21 The Challenges of Social Media and Content Creation
12:35 Understanding the Role of a Line Producer
15:33 The Pitch Process and Budgeting for Films
18:36 Differences Between Canadian and American Film Projects
21:38 Exploring 'Love Me' and Its Unique Story
24:31 The Technological Advancements in Filmmaking
28:51 The Power of Original Ideas in Filmmaking
31:30 Challenges in the Canadian Film Industry
33:46 Learning Through Questions: Advice for Newcomers
34:45 Production Pitfalls: Communication and Preparation
36:35 Budget Differences: Small vs. Large Projects
38:58 Memorable Projects and the Filmmaking Experience
42:02 The Highs and Lows of a Line Producer's Life