Welcome To The Berserker Basecamp
Where the Stars are Bright when the Hollywood Illusion Ends, and the Truth Begins.
This is the frontline.
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Academy Award Nominee Bruce Dern (Quentin Tarantino's "Django Unchained", "The Hateful Eight", "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood" and "The Cowboys" with John Wayne) ) and Krista Grotte Saxon ("Check Point", "The Penthouse", "Devilreaux") on the set of her movie "Nation's Fire" written and Directed by Thomas J. Churchill
Krista Grotte Saxon Review from Aced magazine
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"Krista Grotte Saxon has made a bid for stardom with Nation’s Fire. There’s always a need for another action character in the business and in Nation’s Fire she shows her stuff. The film gets very chaotic for her character Gloria, especially when the Russian mob is responsible for her son’s death. Diving in head first as the single mom in a rage, her fighting style looks believable, her attitude perfect for the woman who has lived a tough life and showing her revenge face she’s a powerhouse to be reckoned with. Give her a thriller flick with a hefty budget and a good director and she should rival some of the current action stars." - https://acedmagazine.com/nations-fire-burns-with-revenge/
Krista Grotte Saxon – Biography
Krista Grotte Saxon is an award-winning actress, executive producer, and trailblazing force in the independent film world. With over two decades of experience in front of and behind the camera, Krista has carved a fearless path through an industry notorious for gatekeeping—emerging as both a celebrated performer and a battle-tested businesswoman.
Her acting career spans multiple genres, from Horror, to gritty thrillers to bold dramas, with performances that have earned her acclaim and recognition—including the prestigious Crystal Reel Award for Best Actress. Krista has starred alongside some of the biggest names in the business, including horror legend Tony Todd, action icon Bill Goldberg, character actor William Forsythe, cult hero Fred “The Hammer” Williamson, Gil Bellows, Chuck Liddell, and two-time Academy Award nominee Bruce Dern.
As an executive producer, Krista helmed the feature film Nation’s Fire, investing $1.3 million of her own funds and assembling an Academy Award–winning producing team to bring her vision to life. The project became a passion-fueled mission—one that exposed her to the harsh realities of Hollywood’s back-end business practices. That experience would ignite something deeper: a rebellion.
Refusing to be another artist exploited by the system, Krista launched Filmmaker Berserk™, a film business and AI training platform that teaches independent filmmakers how to fund, finish, and fiercely protect their art. With over 30 online courses in development, she’s now leading a new wave of creators ready to bypass the gatekeepers, retain control of their IP, and build profitable careers without compromise.
Outside of entertainment, Krista brings 14 years of aviation software development experience into her filmmaking strategy—blending analytical precision with creative grit. She’s graced magazine covers, built a devoted following on social media, and continues to speak out about the industry's need for transparency and transformation.
Krista Grotte Saxon isn’t just a name on a marquee—she’s a movement. A Queen Berserker. A voice for the voiceless. And a relentless advocate for artists who refuse to bow down.
Krista Grotte Saxon and Gil Bellows (Shawshank Redemption) On the Set of Her Movie Nation's Fire
Gil Bellows is a Canadian actor, writer, and producer best known for his breakout role in The Shawshank Redemption and as Billy Thomas on the hit series Ally McBeal. With a career spanning film, television, and stage, Bellows has worked alongside top talent and earned critical acclaim both in front of and behind the camera. He has also produced award-winning content, including the Emmy-winning Temple Grandin, and continues to contribute to both indie and studio projects with depth and versatility.
UFC Champ Chuck Liddell
Chuck Liddell, nicknamed “The Iceman,” is an iconic American mixed martial artist born on December 17, 1969, in Santa Barbara, California. Rising to fame in the UFC’s light heavyweight division (1998–2010), he became a cult legend thanks to his powerful knockout striking, formidable sprawl‑and‑brawl style, and memorable rivalries with Tito Ortiz and Randy Couture. He captured the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship in 2005, successfully defended it four times, and earned induction into the UFC Hall of Fame in 2009 sportskeeda.com+2en.wikipedia.org+2the-sun.com+2. Known for bringing MMA into mainstream American sports entertainment, Liddell retired in 2010 before making a brief comeback in 2018. Today, he remains a celebrated ambassador for the sport.
Check Point
Check Point (2017) is an action-thriller set in Port City, North Carolina, where a homeless veteran stumbles upon evidence of a sleeper cell planning an invasion. When Sheriff (William Forsythe) initially dismisses the vagrant's warnings, a series of strange events—including a beheading—forces him to re-examine the threat. The story builds into a tense showdown where five unlikely heroes—including Libby, portrayed by Krista Grotte Saxon, and the Sheriff—unite to confront the insurgents and thwart the attack. The film blends themes of PTSD and domestic terrorism and features a cast of genre favorites like Bill Goldberg, Kenny Johnson, Tyler Mane, Kane Hodder, and Fred Williamson. Written and Directed by Thomas J. Churchill.
Filmmaker Berserk is an oFFicial Sponsor of the Sunscreen Film Festival.
Filmmaker Berserk is a Proud Sponsor of Tampa Bay Screams Horror Con
Krista Grotte Saxon is an original Scream Queen with her early films being Horror. The Horror community and films hold a great place in her heart. She grew up scaring her sisters dressing as iconic Horror characters. So to work with them was a dream come true!
Krista has worked with Horror Icons such as Kane Hodder (aka Jason in Friday the 13th, Steve Dash RIP aka Jason in the early Friday the 13th Franchise as well as Tony Moran (Michael Myers in Halloween with Jamie Lee Curtis. She also worked with Horror icon William Forsythe (Rob Zombie's Halloween, The Devil's Rejects) and Tyler Mane (He played Michael Myers in Rob Zombie's Halloween. I worked on Devvilreaux with Tony Todd known Final Destination Franchise, Night of the Living Dead and he was the original Candy Man (RIP)
Filmmaker Berserk: The Indie Film Survival System.
The real business training Hollywood hides. The AI tools studios fear. The profit strategies you were never supposed to see.
🔥 Join the Rebellion!🎯 Get Funded Like a Pro
Master global grants, indie film incentives, and cash-secure co-productions. This is your map to funding domination.
🧠 Use Data Like the Studios Do
Learn audience forecasting, genre targeting, and predictive tools that de-risk your script before you ever shoot.
🎥 Guerilla Tactics for a Streaming World
From concept to completion on a rebel’s budget—learn how to move smart, shoot lean, and still deliver fire.
📦 Deliver to Amazon, Tubi, or Prime
We’ll teach you how to pass QC, hit every technical requirement, and protect your backend—no distributor markup needed.
📣 Pitch Decks That Actually Convert
Build investor-ready pitch decks and press kits that get opened, read, and shared. Designed to command attention.
📊 Try the Berserker Profit Predictor
Input your cast, budget, and distribution model—get a brutally honest forecast on your film’s revenue, risk, and ROI.
🤖 The AI Tools Changing the Indie Game
Scriptwriting, concept reels, casting, and editing—all powered by AI workflows that save you tens of thousands.
🚀 See All CoursesYour transformation when you train to become a Berserker
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"How to sell your indie film".
The Berserker Film Business Master Course teaches you exactly how to sell your indie film—without begging for permission. You’ll learn how to create streamer-ready assets, bypass shady sales agents, negotiate direct licensing deals, and keep your backend profits by controlling deliverables, rights, and reporting like a studio.Berserker Film Business Mastery Course
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"Film distribution without a distributor".
The Berserker Streamer Strikeforce course is your battle plan for film distribution without a traditional distributor. You’ll learn how to license directly to streaming platforms, prepare bulletproof delivery packages, and keep control of your rights and revenue—no gatekeepers, no middlemen, just power moves.Berserker Streamer Strikeforce
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“Pitch deck for investors” - This course is coming soon!
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“How much do films make on Tubi/Prime” - Learn about this, in addition to creative ways of earing revenue from streaming your movie go to the Berserker Film Business Mastery Course.
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“How to pass Netflix QC” Berserker Film Business Mastery Course
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“What is Rec.709 compliance”-
Rec.709 compliance refers to meeting the color and gamma standards set by ITU-R Recommendation BT.709, which is the broadcast standard for HDTV color.
When your film is Rec.709 compliant, it means the color grading, luminance, and contrast are optimized for accurate, consistent playback across major platforms like Netflix, Prime Video, Tubi, and TV broadcasters.
In short: Rec.709 = your film looking right everywhere it matters. It’s essential for passing streamer QC (quality control) and delivering a professional-looking final product. Learn about this and every delivery requirement to pass QC in the Berserker Film Business Mastery Course.
"The Berserker Method" is patent-pending as it flips the old industry model. It’s not just a mindset—it’s a business system for creators who refuse to starve."
Is This You?
- 🎬 You’ve made a short or feature but never got paid.
- 📉 You’re tired of distributors taking all the backend.
- 🧠 You want a *business plan* not just a camera plan.
- 🤖 You’re ready to learn AI tools that give you freedom.
- 🔥 You want to build a content empire without gatekeepers.
7 Mistakes That Kill Indie Films -And How to Dodge Them Like a Berserker
Your about to change your outcome!
🎬 Are You Making These 7 Mistakes That Kill Indie Films?
Most indie filmmakers don’t fail because of talent—they fail because of traps hidden in the business. From distributor fraud to bloated budgets and backend scams, this brutal PDF exposes the 7 most common mistakes that bury independent films—and shows you how to dodge them like a Berserker. Based on real battle scars from a $1.3M feature gone Berserk, this guide is your wake-up call. Download it now before you shoot another frame.
FAQ's
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Can this work if I’m just starting out?
Will these workflows pass Netflix/Tubi specs?
What if I already finished my film?
What if I’m an actor or a producer, not a director?
Independent Film Incentives & Funding Trends: A Global Guide for Indie Filmmakers (2025/26 Edition)
Get Funded. Go Global. Stay Independent.
Hollywood is already scouting for AI-generated content—quietly, aggressively, and globally. The studios know it’s cheaper, faster, and scalable—and they’re hunting for stories built with precision. But here’s the twist: you have the whole world in your hands. With the Berserker Funding Stack, you’ll learn how to access international tax credits, co-production treaties, and public funds—even if you’re based in Tennessee.
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Filmmaker Berserk is a Proud Sponsor of Tampa Bay Screams Horror Con
Krista Grotte Saxon is an original Scream Queen with her early films being Horror. The Horror community and films hold a great place in her heart. She grew up scaring her sisters dressing as iconic Horror characters. So to work with them was a dream come true!
Krista has worked with Horror Icons such as Kane Hodder (aka Jason in Friday the 13th, Steve Dash RIP aka Jason in the early Friday the 13th Franchise as well as Tony Moran (Michael Myers in Halloween with Jamie Lee Curtis. She also worked with Horror icon William Forsythe (Rob Zombie's Halloween and Tyler Mane (He played Michael Myers in Rob Zombie's Halloween.)
