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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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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

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…

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…

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

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Title says it all. Thanks

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!

Hey folks

If you are ever looking for a Casting Director who gets the job done ON TIME and to the standard that you expect, then look no further.

Jim Coby Casting have nearly 10…

Email us :)

I'm a DOP but I'm also a director of an established but small boutique production company www.redearthstudio.com we've peen producing TV and branded content since 2003.

We have k…

HI Adam. I have a number of scripts, in various genres. Please contact me on createfilms@mac.com Website is: https://www.waveneyvalleyproductions.co.uk

I am looking for a super talented filmmaker or video artist to collaborate with. I have been developing a music project of my own for a while now and I am planning the first of a …

Hi Patrick, I would also be interested to hear more about your music project. I'm at the start of waiting for film and directing but have a solid background in fine art and as a d…

I was curious if any cinematographers have tried using iPhone apps like Lux, Pocket Light Meter and myLightMeter, and seen how they compare with professional light meters? I'm th…

Those Iphone apps are quite good. However, in general I light with a Spot meter. Its what I'm comfortable with. I also light with a meter when shooting digital as well as film;…

We are about to embark on the process of sorting the UK Film Tax Rebate for a feature documentary. It would be great if anyone can suggest/recommend a trustworthy, experienced and…

I'll PM you - film accountant I've used on several features and moved my own company accounts over to - very keenly priced and plenty of movies/tax credits/etc stuff for movies.

Been let down by location. Looking for a new studio space or dark quiet place appropriate for filming a 7min short in either the Dorset or Bedfordshire regions? Set is purely a de…

I may have access to something on Portland. My dad owns a business park there and we have a lot of spare rooms. They would need to be dressed though. We may have a spare desk or t…

We are seeking an apartment in Cheshire that we can use for filming our feature. The entire film will be shot in the apartment and the dates will be 9th October to 22nd October 20…

Brilliant. Cheers Richard. Will give it a try:)

Since 1996 I have worked in various roles at the iconic Rough Trade Shops, where I received a thorough education in music past and present and made hundreds of contacts at all lev…

Hi Simon - Would love to know more. Please email me at wmiuk2000@yahoo.co.uk and I will make contact. Thanks Jay

Hi Everyone,

I just came across a really interesting actors podcast on: http://inanything.com/

And I was wondering what other filmmaking or acting podcasts / youtube channels / …

this one featuring discussions with critics about their favourite films is good, especially considering most podcasts with people talking about films (rather than filmmaking) tend…