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Original Post from Mark Owen
Acting course FOR directors?

Hi guys.

I write and direct primarily, but I’m interested in going on an actor’s course (in some capacity) to further my relationship and understanding of actors.

Can anyone re…

11 responses, most recent 6 years, 9 months ago.

Hi Jack. I'm over 30. Not sure if you can recommend anything in the London area too? Best, Mark

Original Post from Elliott Maguire
The No-Budget Filmmaker blog!

Hello Shooters!

I've recently started a blog where I can share mine and other filmmakers experiences/horror stories, in order to educate/inspire/warn new and aspiring filmmakers.…

6 years, 9 months ago
Original Post from Lubos Jurik
Sound Recording Showreel

Hello Everyone,

I would like your advice on my showreel for sound recording, if you could spare some time to ha a look at it and tell me your thoughts that would be much apprecia…

6 years, 9 months ago
Original Post from Jason Sultana
Most recent response from Helen Jack
TV/FILM Runner Opportunities

Hey Guys! I see a lot of productions currently being cast for various roles.

Does anyone have any need for an extra paid of hands to work as a Runner/Production Assistant?

I hav…

1 response, most recent 6 years, 9 months ago.

Hi Jason,

Incase you've not had a look already, keep an eye on the Production pages for any work that might suit you - https://shootingpeople.org/production/work.

Best of luck w…

Original Post from Miro Caminade
Most recent response from Raquel Cipriano
Microbudget FEATURE SCRIPT WANTED

Hi

I posted on here a couple of months ago for a short film script and had some amazing responses.

I’ve realized that what I really want to make is a super microbudget feature…

2 responses, most recent 6 years, 9 months ago.

Hello Miro,
Are you still searching for it?

Best,
Raquel Cipriano

Original Post from Jason Sultana
Runner Opportunities in London

Hey Guys! I see a lot of productions currently being cast for various roles.

Does anyone have any need for an extra paid of hands to work as a Runner/Production Assistant?

I hav…

6 years, 9 months ago
Original Post from Richard Woodburn
Most recent response from Edward Learman
Looking for a short script

Looking for a short script which I can get my DP/Cinematography chops into. I’ve recently updated my editing suite and camera so it needs a new project to fire it all up. London b…

7 responses, most recent 6 years, 9 months ago.

Hi, please find a link to my blog where you can download some of my short scripts https://neofolkpunk.com/2016/08/01/the-halo-effect-a-short-film-script/

Original Post from Thomas Campbell
Most recent response from Ray Brady
3-day/week rental?

Hi all,

So we’re currently putting together a budget for a feature to be filmed within the UK. One of our LA based producers has raised the question regarding equipment rentals.

5 responses, most recent 6 years, 9 months ago.

Thirded. A four-day hire charge to cover a weeks hire is pretty standard. For longer shoots, you can negotiate even better deals quite easily. When getting quotes, be straight up …

Original Post from Hicham Bensassi
Music composer

Do you require a music composer for your film?

I have a decade of experience in the creating music, including Universal Music, BBC, Ubisoft Warner and many independent record la…

2 responses, most recent 6 years, 9 months ago.

Hi there Paul

Good to hear from you,

Not sure why but for some reason I am unable to message you directly on your shooting people profile,
Would it be possible to send me a di…

Original Post from Paul Howard
New website launch

We have just launched a new website called "We Make Films". It is a paid membership site that helps people build their showreels, gain experience and collect IMDb credits.

Howev…

6 years, 9 months ago
Original Post from David Roberts
Location - UK stand in for an American home

Hi,

Looking to film a proof-of-concept for a feature film set in an America. Shooting in the UK so need a suitable stand-in.

We will only need it for a few hours and we're look…

3 responses, most recent 6 years, 9 months ago.

Thanks Jai and Andy. We've got a place sorted.

D

Original Post from Jordan Bunton-Williams
Most recent response from Helen Jack
If you need film financing? You need to download this programme NOW!!!

Programme: https://gallery.mailchimp.com/2a62cf98d38bd24e9c8499fd4/files/32b4e0e0-3c01-441c-951a-5fdb31fd4da2/THE_COMPLETE_CROWDFUNDING_GUIDE_THE_STRAIGHTLINE_SECRETS_TO_CROWDFUND…

3 responses, most recent 6 years, 9 months ago.

Hi Jordan,

Would you mind offering some more context for your post? We encourage members to use the Discuss forum for discussion (which could be around crowdfunding) rather than …

Original Post from ELSPETH WALDIE
Looking for a film making and training trustee

Hi there,

At Purple Field Productions, we're on the hunt for a new Trustee to join the team. The role is a part time voluntary one and can be done remotely from home with occasio…

6 years, 9 months ago
Original Post from Natasha Anderson
Most recent response from imran naushad
Music supervisor- pro bono

Do you require a music supervisor for your film?

I have a decade of experience in the music industry, counting Universal Music, Sony and Warner and many independent record labels…

5 responses, most recent 6 years, 9 months ago.

Hi Natasha,

I have an upcoming feature film and would be happy for you to come on board. Please get in contact via email and I can provide you with further details. My email is: …

Original Post from imran naushad
Most recent response from Yen Rickeard
We need to add burns and cuts to an actors face, do we use a mask, prosthetics or make up?

One of our characters aged 40:50 endures a torture scene where the following effects would need to be applied.

1 - two paper cuts across his left cheek
2 - his left eye brow is s…

2 responses, most recent 6 years, 9 months ago.

Hi Imran, answers depend on,
what sort of a budget do you have?
do you need close ups of the damage?
how hi-def are your cameras?
Paper cuts are not difficult. To start with they …

Original Post from Nic Penrake
Most recent response from Ksenia Gumerova
Does Anybody Have a Classic Car for Hire in London - 2 Day Music Video Shoot

I’m producing a music video for artist SAINA and require a classic car for one day end of March/early April, somewhere in Greater London. We will be a small cast and crew. We shan…

1 response, most recent 6 years, 9 months ago.

Hello Nic,

Here is a number of the guy - 07568 427623. He has a Lincoln. He is very nice, so hopefully this contact will help you.

Good luck with the shoot.

Ksenia

Original Post from Massimiliano (Max) Sappa
Most recent response from Anthony Hett
Short Film Screening

Which pubs out there screen short films and encourages filmmakers networking? Top 5 or 10? Thanks in advance guys and girls!!!

7 responses, most recent 6 years, 9 months ago.

Hi everyone,
I co-run Forest Film Club. We have a monthly short film evening called Short Film Thursdays which is at The Birds in Leytonstone on the last Thursday of every month.…

Original Post from David Roberts
Most recent response from Marnie Baxter
Director and Producer team needed for the The Uncertain Kingdom Project

Hi there,

I'm looking to pitch a short film about a good samaritan act that goes horribly wrong for The Uncertain Kingdom, a project exploring current views of the UK.

The story…

5 responses, most recent 6 years, 9 months ago.

No I didn’t - please resend: marnie@firstpersonproductions.co.uk

Original Post from Nic Penrake
Industrial Land/Remote Building Site Needed For A 2 Day Music Video Shoot?

I’m producing a music video for artist SAINA and require access to industrial land/remote
building site/car park for one day end of March/early April, somewhere in Greater London.…

6 years, 9 months ago
Original Post from craig rihoy
Most recent response from Performance Film & Media Insurance
Equipment insurance for cars without alarms

I am just renewing my insurance with Hencilla Canworth, who to date have been excellent, but they will not cover my equipment in my car as it does not have an alarm on it. This k…

1 response, most recent 6 years, 9 months ago.

Hi Craig, we'd be happy to have a chat with you around your insurance requirements. Please call us on 02082564932. Thanks Macaulay Monahan from Performance Film & Media Insura…

Original Post from Sam Brewster
...And another director looking for a producer

Hi SP folks,

It's 'pick your director' time for the producers of SP - I'm looking for a producer to pair up with to develop an application for The Uncertain Kingdom fund. I'm a w…

6 years, 9 months ago
Original Post from simon Matthews
Another Director looking for a Producer for a Competition

I know I know everyone is asking for a producer for the upcoming Uncertain Kingdom on here...

But I can make a great cup of tea!

If you are producer with a few shorts under your…

6 years, 10 months ago
Original Post from Rhys Edwards
Most recent response from Terri Potoczna
Using opera/classical music in films for festivals.

I want to use a piece of music by Mozart in my film but I want the 3 singers to be in vision. Firstly, where do I go to find classical singers that would do this on a limited budg…

12 responses, most recent 6 years, 10 months ago.

argh! link doesn't work anymore:(

Original Post from Tinashe Zvobgo
Most recent response from Alan Dunlop
Boxing gym

Hi,

I was wondering if anyone knows of a gym in London or around London that would let Students use it for filming

Cheers

3 responses, most recent 6 years, 10 months ago.

I DP'd on a day's filming at Diesel Gym back when they were in Limehouse. Found them very amenable, even let us use smoke! Couldn't say how much they charged, sorry. Their current…

Original Post from Alexandros Tsilifonis
Looking for Greek Screenplay

FIlm Director open to receive film treatments for feature-length scripts written in Greek.

For more information get in touch at atsilifonis@gmail.com

6 years, 10 months ago