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Original Post from Sherice Griffiths
schedule?

Hi Guys,

Just wondering if anyone is looking for a shooting schedule for short films or feature films they currently have in development.

I’m an experienced development produc…

7 years, 6 months ago
Original Post from Q-ell Betton
Anyone interested in making a really short film?

I've got a script, editing software, and some film kit - Lumix G7, G6, - what I need are collaborators for this - https://youtu.be/48b76LB4hwM - Film Riot's one-minute film compe…

7 years, 6 months ago
Original Post from Ottilie Wilford
Most recent response from Aletha Shepherd
does anyone have an idea about a good website template for a very new writer/director?

I don't have have that much to put on it but I thought it would be useful to have something when submitting to festivals? Any ideas much appreciated!

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

anything Squarespace is very good for this.

Original Post from Aletha Shepherd
Anyone interested in exchanging camera equipment for a producer/director for their project?

I'm making my first feature film in London and looking to borrow camera equipment in exchange for my services as a director/producer for your idea/project.

I've made 4 shorts tha…

7 years, 6 months ago
Original Post from Hitomi Kanezaki
Re–write Partner Needed For Musical Film Based On Music By The Beatles

I wrote a musical film script that based on the Beatles songs. The Black List gave me the following evaluation: 'Despite all of the problems, there’s an inherent charm that can be…

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

Oh, I can drink it! :D

Original Post from Luke Albert
Looking for something to create the Closing credits to our short film

Hi,

We are Looking for someone to create the Closing credits to our short film, I've had a go myself but it does not look right, be good to have a pro do it. What job title would…

7 years, 6 months ago
Original Post from SP User
Looking for long term shared office space with other filmmakers in London

Hi Shooters.

I'm looking to move from my current shared office space to work among and collaborate with other film-makers or crafties in general, pref North/North East or East L…

7 years, 6 months ago
Original Post from Rashdan Radha
Most recent response from Renata M
Anybody in London want to collaborate in making short documentaries?

I am a technical person who is competent in shooting and editing but lacks the necessary creativity and communication/people skills.
If you’re creative who has good communication/…

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

Hello Rashdan,

There is a project coming at the end of October to shoot short documentary. If your free and would like to find out more about it let me know.

Original Post from Marc Stapleford
Any work looking for in change in career.

I have many skills and I’m a very active outdoor person who is always up a mountain or shredding some single track on my mountain bike. I’m a very creative person but have loads o…

1 response, most recent 7 years, 7 months ago.

Ps that should say for a change not for in ha hahahaha ha great start!

Most recent response from Paddy Robinson-Griffin
Looking for a derelict/barren location within M25 or not too far away . There is a budget.

We look for:
A derelict or barren place with mostly stone walls and floors with rough textures. High ceilings. Atmospheric. Corridors or doorways that you can look through and whi…

1 response, most recent 7 years, 7 months ago.

Try the location agencies - "abandoned" places can be surprisingly expensive to shoot in as there's no utilities, you have to unboard windows, insurance can be expensive, you need…

Original Post from Ray Brady
Most recent response from Richard Simpson
Is Patreon the way forward for independent filmmmakers?

Yesterday I set up a crowdfunding page on Patreon. For those not familiar with Patreon, it is a unique crow funding platform that attempts to directly connect creatives with their…

12 responses, most recent 7 years, 7 months ago.

Thanks Ray - i guess Patreon is more about following the talent rather than the project. Ok for people with a track record and a bit of a following. I like the patron categories a…

Original Post from Rory Cameron Ka Chan Yeung
Most recent response from Alan Deacon
Experimental Archeology - Bronze Mining & Casting

I wonder if anyone happens to know anyone who has experience of bronze age style metal casting, or experimental archeology in general? I'm making a documentary at the Great Orme M…

4 responses, most recent 7 years, 7 months ago.

I have a mate who does reconstructive archaeology on musical instruments: Flutes, drums, etc.... Any good to you?!

Original Post from Felix von Nida
Any recommendations around setting up a screening room/home cinema?

Currently setting up my living room to double as a small screening room when needed. Looking for any advice/things to be aware of, as well as places around London to look at quali…

7 years, 7 months ago
Original Post from NICHOLAS PROSSER
Most recent response from Paddy Robinson-Griffin
For preparing a budget, what are the up to date short film artist and supporting artist acceptable…

Though I am an experienced television drama director, budgeting has not been within my work requirements. With my own company, I want to make short films I have written and am no…

2 responses, most recent 7 years, 7 months ago.

Actually this is better https://1drv.ms/b/s!AqeBM-qC1TC-gbM61qCNwGKD6j9alQ

Original Post from Wojciech Kosma
Most recent response from Paddy Robinson-Griffin
Reality TV Watching Group

Hey All,

I wanted to let you know about a watching/discussion group we're slowly starting at Auto Italia South East. It'd be wonderful to see you there if it sparks your interes…

1 response, most recent 7 years, 7 months ago.

This is actually a really interesting idea. I'm not London based so cannot join you, but if discussions are analytical this could be a really interesting deepening of understandi…

Original Post from richard kelly
Most recent response from Matt Turner
crowdfunder.co.uk

Hello from Richard,I have a planned film project http://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/the-inquisitor based on my creator owned graphic novel. I am seeking backers, also though in exchange…

2 responses, most recent 7 years, 7 months ago.

John raises some good points. There's a lot of filmmakers, a lot of films being produced, and just as many crowdfunding campaigns. Expecting friends to be able to help is one thin…

Original Post from Rory Cameron Ka Chan Yeung
Most recent response from andy porter
Can anyone recommend a industrial feeling location in Liverpool, Chester, or the West Midlands?

Hi,

I'm looking to shoot a steampunk short in the Liverpool/Chester, with a few friends, and was wondering if anyone might happen to know any good places to look for industrial/c…

1 response, most recent 7 years, 7 months ago.

Hi Rory, if you are looking for interiors there are some big, interesting warehouse spaces in Liverpool on locations web sites, Chester is not great for industrial spaces (we know…

Original Post from Wayne Wills
Looking for UK Co-Producers to Drive Multi Genre Feature Length Screenplays

Hi,

We are Buzzmedia Network (www.buzzmedia.net) an award winning film production company based in the Netherlands looking for UK co-producers to drive forward a slate of quality…

7 years, 7 months ago
Original Post from Daniel Dunt
Shadowing opportunities in London or Cambridge (UK)?

I am (budding) Screenwriter/Director (currently working as a Freelance Copywriter) looking for shadowing opportunities in Cambridge or London (UK). From September, I will be study…

4 responses, most recent 7 years, 7 months ago.

Thanks for the suggestion, Bridget! I've applied to join.

Original Post from James Kearney
Any of you guys hire?

I'm writing shorts and features (screenplay) at the moment. I write black comedy and drama based on true events. I was wondering if any of you guys would like to read some of my s…

7 years, 7 months ago
Original Post from Gemma Paul
Looking for anyone in the Dorset area who would like to Team Up

I am a new writer in Dorset looking for anyone in the area who would like to team up and make some films with.

I have a few shorts in mind which I'm just fine tuning and it woul…

7 years, 7 months ago
Original Post from Benny Tetteh-Lartey
Music supervision and composition for documentary/film. Would you like real quality and originality?

With over 30 years experience in sound and music recording my music has come to be recognised by top producers and performers such as Kipper Eldridge and Joan Armatrading. My musi…

7 years, 7 months ago
Original Post from Philip Carr
Most recent response from Gerry Byron
Anybody like to edit/improve this comedy script?

Dougie is originally from just outside Kingston, Jamaica and Eamon is very late of County Cork. They swig stuff sitting on boxes outside their shed and sound off about incomers fr…

1 response, most recent 7 years, 7 months ago.

That is a broader question to answer, IMHO. Your script is a very gently-paced, slice-of-life story. That mans not a lot happens, and when something does, it's not earth shatterin…

Original Post from Matteo Valentini
Looking for a Production Company interested in a new Feature Script!

I'm looking for a Production Company interested in putting the budget to bring to life my Script "Barback" a drama-comedy about Gary, a Glass Collector in an infamous bar in Londo…

7 years, 7 months ago
Original Post from Channel Mitchell
Most recent response from Xenia Glen
When is the next Shooting People networking event?

Title says it all. Thanks

3 responses, most recent 7 years, 7 months ago.

We're hosting a networking party on September 26th at the Hackney Attic from 6.30pm onwards, it's free and open to all: http://bit.ly/2eQr2HV

See you there!

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