Lessons From the Set

A DIY Guide to Your First Feature Film, from Script to Theaters

Lessons from the Set: A DIY Guide to Your First Feature Film, from Script to Theaters by filmmaker Usher Morgan is an indispensable resource for aspiring filmmakers and cinephiles alike. This comprehensive guide takes readers on a deep dive into the world of low-budget indie film production, offering a practical and empowering roadmap to creating, marketing, and distributing your first feature film.

Written with an engaging blend of artistic passion and entrepreneurial savvy, Lessons from the Set equips readers with the tools needed to navigate the entire filmmaking process—from developing a compelling script to seeing your vision come to life on the big screen. Whether your budget is $1,000 or $1 million, this book provides actionable advice, invaluable tips, and industry tricks to help you succeed in crafting a professional-quality film.

Drawing from his own journey as a filmmaker, Usher Morgan shares the inside story of how he wrote, directed, produced, marketed, and distributed his critically acclaimed feature film, Pickings, which debuted in theaters nationwide. With candid anecdotes and lessons learned from the trenches, Morgan demystifies the challenges of indie filmmaking, making the process accessible and achievable for anyone with a story to tell.

Whether you’re tackling your first short film or preparing to launch your debut feature, Lessons from the Set offers the guidance and inspiration needed to turn your dreams into reality. With a 4.7-star rating on Amazon and widespread acclaim, this book has earned its place as a go-to guide for indie filmmakers.

Perfect for filmmakers, students, and creative entrepreneurs, Lessons from the Set is more than a how-to manual—it’s a call to action for anyone ready to take the leap into storytelling and movie-making.