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Original Post from Ana Emdin
How do you evaluate your screenplay? Test out thispr free tool

Hi everyone,

I’m excited to share something I’ve been working on to make the early stages of filmmaking easier for short indie filmmakers like myself—Screenplayer (screenplayer…

1 response, most recent 21 hours ago.

This tool is also perfect for funding applications, evaluating how producible your script is, and getting instant feedback on your story’s potential. We’re giving every registered…

Original Post from SP Team
Most recent response from Alessandro Aglietti
Best Films of 2024...

What have your favourite films of 2024 been? Any film recommendations for Shooters to watch over the holidays?

Take a look at this list from SIGHT & SOUND of the 50 BEST FILMS …

2 responses, most recent 23 hours ago.

Also my friends are in the mood to watch some really OLD SCHOOL romance classics over xmas etc.. Casablanca style. Will gratefully take any recommends for that.. (I did suggest Br…

Original Post from George Wright
Most recent response from James McCann
BBC Films

Has anyone on Shooting People been funded by BBC Films for a short film?

I'm more curious than anything, just want to learn how the process runs when working with them. Is it …

11 responses, most recent 1 day, 18 hours ago.

"Eligibility criteria
PiCoS accounts are for proposals for Network or Nations originated content from UK based independent production companies who have either had:

(a) A BBC …

Original Post from Phil Anthony
Music Supervision

Hi,

My background is in performance and writing, but I'm trying to get hold of as many stories as people care to share regarding their experiences with music supervisors or tr…

3 days, 15 hours ago
Original Post from Marcus Freeney
Most recent response from Lashaunda Alexander
Advice on securing Production Assistant roles

Hi everyone,

I’m a recent filmmaking graduate looking to step into paid Production Assistant roles. Since finishing university, I’ve gained some valuable experience through pla…

1 response, most recent 3 days, 19 hours ago.

I'd be interested to find out too

Original Post from Lashaunda Alexander
Actor. Filmmaker

Hello, my name is Lashaunda.
"fan into flame," the gift that is in you." Care to sharing TIPS & TRICKS for Filmming and as an Actor for an industry artist.

6 days, 16 hours ago
Original Post from Niki Jones
Most recent response from Alessandro Aglietti
LSFF 2025

Hey everyone,

I've just seen that the LSFF programme has gone live, has anyone got any work screening at the festival? Would love to come down and support / meet cool people.

1 response, most recent 1 week, 1 day ago.

The programme looks really fun. I definitely want to go down to the see the 'Funny Shit' collection.

Also keen for the Fighting Form one, which is about flipping the script on…

Original Post from Stephen Barton-King
Most recent response from Nisha Pearson
Research volunteers - Actors

My partner is Sushila Barton-King and she is studying for a doctorate in counselling psychology and psychotherapy at
the Metanoia Institute in London. She previously trained and …

1 response, most recent 1 week, 2 days ago.

Hi yes Inwould be interested

Original Post from Ewan Ronnie James coonerty
Most recent response from ben richards
I'd like to score a film .

Hello, I'm Ewan Ronnie-James .
I would love to score some music for either television, film or any sort of project someone is working on .
As I'm, currently, building up my po…

8 responses, most recent 1 week, 2 days ago.

I have a short film to discuss
please email me at benrichards@workmail.com

Original Post from davina brown
Most recent response from Paul W Franklin
Seeking DP & AD for martial arts short

Hello guys

I'm currently seeking a DP and 1st AD for our martial arts short film project.

Logline: To save his dojo and his reputation, a young sensei must fight a duel wit…

4 responses, most recent 1 week, 2 days ago.

As Mark said. It'd be like saying I'd prefer a white male crew.
You have to have a particular reason to state that sort of requirement (and a good one). Personally if I were pay…

Original Post from Wing Laam Wong
I would like to start my editor career

hello, I am Esther, a current film production student looking for some experience to start off my freelance editor job. I am looking for any kind of short videos, social media pos…

1 week, 3 days ago
Original Post from Zayd Choudhry
How are you really?

I'm producing a short called "One in Five" - it is a narrative story about a young man struggling with his mental health, and is inspired by true events. The film is based on the …

1 week, 4 days ago
Original Post from Fred W
Most recent response from NICHOLAS PROSSER
Looking for writers and producers

Hi,
I am a filmmaker who have directed a few films and have recently finished a successful horror short (successful from the reactions it has received, it will now enter festival…

1 response, most recent 1 week, 4 days ago.

Hi Fred,
I am a retired television director (and producer) with 400+ broadcast director credits in television drama series & serials (1983-2008) : -
House Of Eliott : The Bil…

Original Post from Sonia Cheung
Actress looking for work and to add more footage to my show reel material.

Hi there!
I'm Sonia I'm 43 and mixed race half French and half Chinese. I did lots of am dram theatre as a teenager and in my early 20s did a one year drama school course ( with …

3 responses, most recent 2 weeks ago.

Hello?????

Original Post from Kenneth William
Most recent response from cath le couteur
Tuesday event

Hi everyone,

Is anyone attending to the event on Tuesday? I aim to connect and collaborate with people about some idea proposals.

Hope to see you soon
Kind regards
Kenneth

2 responses, most recent 2 weeks, 1 day ago.

Thanks to all who joined us on the night - it was a brilliant, high energy evening.
We were so pleased so many people made connections too.

And a massive thankyou to Isra/Tap…

Original Post from nathalie reiner
Most recent response from Sergio Mendes
looking for volunteers

We are currently working on a documentary about the Scottish orcas and the devastating impact of highly toxic man-made chemicals in their waters.
We are looking for volunteers wh…

2 responses, most recent 2 weeks, 2 days ago.

Hi Nathalie, I would be interested in collaborating for the project, my contact details are on my profile, let me know. Thanks.

Original Post from Thomas Michaelson
LOCATION NEEDED

Hello gang, I'm looking for a free location for an upcoming, no budget micro-short shoot. I need somewhere that resembles or is an old people's/nursing home room. Shoot will be in…

2 weeks, 3 days ago
Original Post from Tina Walker
DYCP - Moving Image Art...?

Hi all,

The Art Council's DYCP grant is open again. I'd like to apply for funding as a moving image artist. Has anyone got any experience with this application? Any tips would …

2 weeks, 4 days ago
Original Post from Kevin Moran
stills photographer available 'pro bono'

Hi all
Documentary photographer with 18 years experience now looking to develop a stills/behind the scenes film / TV portfolio...I realise i'm not going straight to Hollywood so …

2 weeks, 4 days ago
Original Post from Kenneth William
Most recent response from Walter Miclo
Film Festivals

Hi everyone,

I wanted to share some exciting news about a short film I created with my team last year. In December, we hosted a self-made premiere for friends and family, which…

5 responses, most recent 3 weeks ago.

Film Festival Suggestions:

UK: Beeston England FF

US: Queens World
Cleveland International
Urbanworld Film Festival --- they specifically want films…

Original Post from J BR
Most recent response from jak haddock
Musical Theatre Films

Looking to connect with writers, composers, producers who are working on, or contemplating working on, film musicals. Just want to see what's out there, how much, if any, work is …

4 responses, most recent 3 weeks ago.

I have a comedy and also a skateboarding update of Othello that I think could work as a musical. I havent written any music for it however.
You are welcome to add the music etc…

Original Post from Valon JAKUPAJ
Most recent response from James McCann
Tax Rebate 30% when filming in Kosovo, plus fantastic shooting locations

Exciting Opportunity for Filmmakers: Kosovo Launches 30% Rebate for the Film Industry!

Kosovo is proud to announce a groundbreaking initiative to support and attract filmmakers…

1 response, most recent 3 weeks, 1 day ago.

Hi Valon,
I've messaged you, please check your messages.
Thanks,
James

Original Post from Brid Fitzpatrick Films
Most recent response from SP Team
Cannes Film Festival

Hi, I would like to know if SP does a meet up re Cannes Film Festival offering pointers?

If so, I would like to know when and where it is held. I am planning to go in 2025.

1 response, most recent 3 weeks, 2 days ago.

Hi Brid,

Thanks for this! It is something SP might look to do in 2025, and it's great to know this will be helpful for you. Often, Shooters message into Ask & Discuss to find w…

Original Post from Ilya Fleet
Looking for a team to work on a fashion/bdsm documentary film combined with artistic visuals

Dear Filmmakers, Storytellers, and Visionaries,

My name is Ilya, and I am the director and founder of Fleetilya, a high-fashion brand that merges restraint and refinement. For …

2 responses, most recent 3 weeks, 3 days ago.

Thank you Kay
Please send me a link of your work to my WhatsApp
Kindly
Ilya

Original Post from Aaron Marc Cone
Help with making a short personnel documentary in Suffolk

I'm currently trying to document my health decline, surgery, rehabilitation and hopefully the completion of my first endurance cycle race late next year. I also plan to have face …

5 responses, most recent 1 month ago.

Please do

Many thanks

Aaron

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