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Hello All,

I am a newly undergraduate finishing my course with a First Class Honours. I graduate in July 2017.

I am in a position where I am talented and have a lot of skill. N…

Someone said something about a bunch of 'middle-aged white men' attacking a young black woman. That's kind of ageist. What does it matter that they're middle-aged and white? Seems…

Anyone you can recommend for a low/micro budget feature?

Thanks
Paul

Hi Paul,
I was about to post the same question. Could you please let me know if you found an entertainment lawyer and whether you recommend them?

Best wishes,

Uriel

I'm looking for a rule-breaker!

We're currently working on a project where we're utilizing portrait framing for a mixed media experience on smart phones.

After creating this pr…

Kieron- really interesting tid-bit about Dolan's film. Wasn't there also a Japanese ninja film that came out a couple years back with a similar ratio handling? Thanks.

Matt- supe…

Currently looking for an open plan office to film in that could cater for 5-6 people. Kent/SE London or Essex area ideally.
Willing to film on the weekend for a small corporate dr…

Hi Drew,

I haven't Vrumi no, thanks for letting me know. Will have a look now!

Thanks

It would be great to better understand if there are specific initiatives, activities or campaigns underway which you've heard of or direct experiences you've had in relation to th…

Thanks Shobina for following up.

Hello,

I'm looking to share an office space with other filmmakers or freelancers within the Surrey area. Ideally wanted to be somewhere close to Guildford, Farnham, Godalming or …

Hey everyone,

For a limited time, I am offering an unfurnished flat in Harrow for location shoots. Prices negotiable.
The property faces a relatively busy road, so only the rea…

Hi John and Junaid,

Thanks for your interest. Unfortunately the flat is no longer available for shoots.

Thanks

Lewis

Hi guys


for a short (supernatural thriller) I am looking for

- a kitchen

and

- a grim looking corridor with doors to connected flats

Both locations should ideally have a …

I'd like to understand what producers and directors (and not forgetting editors) look for in a composer showreel.

Let's say I get in touch, I want to work on your new film, etc -…

Hey Tim,

First of all, I really like your work. Congratulations on succeeding in your craft.

I once had the same question regarding showreels.Knowing how to display your work i…

My name is Alberto and I have 20 years of experience in video production as editor, producer and videographer. I have a complete 4K system (Fs700 with cage, Odyssey 4K recorder wi…

Hi Alberto,

I work with audio post production and have over 5 years of professional experience creating sound effects and sound design for audiovisual media.

Just wanted to let …

I am using two Cameras to shoot a 30min documentary, one being a JVC GY-HM170 and a GO Pro 3 for a POV scene.
Would i need to invest in something like an X-Rite Colour Checker to …

The colourist just needs a grey scale. You don't really need a colour checker. They are more useful in testing but for colour matching a grey scale is sufficient.

Hi Shooters - I'm looking for a cheap abandoned warehouse type space in London, shooting soon. I would prefer to avoid location agencies. Would really appreciate recommendations a…

Hi Mitchell - many thanks for providing those links! Much appreciated

I just attended Sheffield Doc/Fest and there was a lot of talk of "getting your foot in the door" and "just pick up a camera and shoot something" I thought it would be really help…

Great idea Reality Check! I'm starting up and have been using my photography camera (Canon 5D) but would love to try others...

Hi all,

I directed a short film but need a lovely actress in or around Folkstone/Hythe in Kent to do a voice over for one of the roles. The age range of the role is a young adul…

I am a creative producer who has worked in development for Oscar and BAFTA nominated producers with filmmakers that include Charlie Kaufman, Jonathan Glazer, Lynne Ramsay..I am ex…

Are you, by any chance, the Julia Berg I knew in Manchester way back in - I think - the 1990s? Granada or BBC, maybe?

Hello all

Doc got accepted into competition and have to quickly subtitle English to French

Am on FCP 7 platform and wondering if any ideas on subtitle plug in or software as re…

thanks...ill check it out

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A previous post prompted me to ask if any film makers would kindly share info as there is non publicly available.

Would you be willing to say your films budget, genre and what VO…

Hi Jane,

Drop me a message on Facebook, I know we have each other on there.

Happy to chat there in more detail.

Best,

Ben

Hi,

anyone interested in using my kit on their next projects?

https://www.maximilianwhite.com/kit-hire-london-uk

I am interested also in DoP work if you need one - might come …

Hi, I'm new to shooting People, I've uploaded some of my Screenplays to my profile in "my films" but can't seem to open them. Can anyone help me out please?

Cool thanks

Hi, I'm looking for short films, irrespective of genre, that I can practise scoring to. It doesn't matter whether the film is released or not, but in order to improve my skills at…

Hi Spike, I'm based in Cheshire. I'd be very interested. I'll drop you an email this evening.
Many thanks
Andrew

Hi Shooters,

I'm looking to hire a fog machine for 1 day for an outdoor shoot in the woods? (atmospheric horror)

Unfortunately we won't have a generator so looking for somethin…

Depending on your venue and lots of safety issues, an off ground charcoal BBQ and damp leaves/grass cuttings provides smoke for an open area where smoke inhalation will not be an …

HI my name is Matthew Esterhuizen and I am a 18 year senior CGI Specialist who has broken into the world of commercial directing last year directing several commercials for Nike, …

Matt,

We have a number of multi-genre short scripts available - check out loglines at: https://richteasersscripts.com/loglines/

If you have a more fixed idea of time, budget a…

Hi Film Makers,

I am currently looking to build up my portfolio of films which I have completed sound design work for. So if you have a film that needs some love and attention th…

Hi Freddie

I am putting together a team of people working on some shorts and films,Please send me your details and if you interest to thedirectmatt@gmail.com

I've tried to get one of my posts repeated and I've been ignored by the moderators.

I didn't ask anything, Davina. I merely pointed out that the Search Bulletin facility on this site was duff. Perhaps the moderators could look into that.