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Original Post from Marianna Dean
Most recent response from Harrington Day
Looking for a co-writer for a feature film (drama) based on a real story.

Essentially it would be a story of a mother fighting for her children’s right to receive proper education. I have exclusive life story rights.

Happy to provide more information …

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

Hi Marianna

Sorry I failed to mention that my story idea was to show you how I write/work in relation to your film drama idea:)

Thanks
HD

Original Post from Nicole Behrens
Does anyone have a Metabones Speedbooster for Panasonic GH4 to EF?

Hi,
Im looking for a Metabones Speedbooster for Panasonic GH4 to EF to hire for the weekend of the 30.1.16. does anybody in London have one they can hire to me? would be forever t…

9 years, 9 months ago
Original Post from Harrington Day
Any actors and film directors in or around stoke on Trent to collaborate on film short and showreel…

I'm very keen this year to work on creating a film short that I have written and working with other actors and their ideas for showreel content. Because money is always an issue I…

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

Love Giri!

HD

Original Post from hin kong
I am looking for a short film producer under 10min long shoot will be in London need some one passi…

This is are self funding project so I have limited money to spend I have cinema photography and editior on board need a producer to organise find actor and actress location for m…

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

Thanks

Original Post from Stuart Clarke
Most recent response from hin kong
My Production Company is looking for low budget feature script - has anyone got a strong script whi…

Wild Dream Films is an award winning Cardiff based production company.

We are looking for a feature to invest in.

Thanks

44 responses, most recent 9 years, 9 months ago.

I have a feature script is ready surreal realistic comedy shoot in London ready to shoot It could be done under a month please contact me I will send my script konghin08@hotmail.c…

Original Post from Chris Bogle
Feature or Short?

So I'm neck deep in pre production on my short, and contrary to my last post the production is turning into an utter nightmare - the usual low budget shenanigans involved with beg…

34 responses, most recent 9 years, 9 months ago.

Thanks David and apologies for the tardy reply. Oh I don't expect riches - the opportunity to direct drama regularly would be reward enough for me. :)

Original Post from Blaise Singh
Would you like to create content that has a positive impact on your community?

Hi All

I'm a volunteer at Make A Difference Entertainment (MADE).

We have been funded to deliver a project where creative people collaborate to create online TV content that r…

9 years, 9 months ago
Original Post from Karel Bata
Unknown White Male - any follow-up?

I watched UWM (2005) again last night. Great doco. I had that happen to me a while back so it had strong resonances.

I'm sure I'm not alone in wondering if there's been any news …

9 years, 9 months ago
Original Post from Stan Worhtington
Great little film

Film of the month is showing a wonderful film https://shootingpeople.org/filmofthemonth/film/modify/

9 years, 9 months ago
Original Post from Dominic Hassall
Would any producers be interested in bouncing some ideas around with a young writer/director?

Hi all,

I hope this doesn't sound hopelessly green, but I'm a writer/director who is currently working on a short online sketch series in order to build up a network and produce …

4 responses, most recent 9 years, 9 months ago.

Thanks Pauline, I appreciate your comments too! I agree, building a following/ fanbase feels like the right way to go for the moment - it was just having heard of others go for th…

Original Post from James Berkery
Most recent response from Paddy Robinson-Griffin
Is there a section on this site for people just based in Europe?

I'm new to the site and based in London.

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

I think there are more Brits on her than any other nationality! And of those, the highest concentration is certainly London :)

Original Post from Rob Speranza
Could you make a music video in two weeks? MUSIC VIDEO COMPETITION!

COULD YOU MAKE A MUSIC VIDEO IN 2 WEEKS?

How often do you see music videos on social media? We’re guessing pretty much everyday. How often do you head to YouTube to get your mus…

9 years, 9 months ago
Original Post from Jane Sanger
Are you a northern film maker and have made a short film in last 2 years about the homeless?

We are organising a red carpet screening for our latest short film with a theme about the homeless. The venue is in Shropshire so I am looking for 3 or 4 other film makers with a…

9 years, 9 months ago
Original Post from Oliver Efesopoulos
Modify short film, shortlisted for film of the month

Here it is, what do you think? You can vote https://shootingpeople.org/filmofthemonth/film/modify/

9 years, 9 months ago
Original Post from Oliver Efesopoulos
Hi, my film Modify got shortlisted for film of the month on here, you might like it https://shootin…

Modify here it is https://shootingpeople.org/filmofthemonth/film/modify/

9 years, 9 months ago
Original Post from Harrington Day
Most recent response from Mark Owen
Am writing a short film script: need help with scene headers

Hi

Can someone help me with this: I have a scene that starts off with the woman coming home in her car and entering her house then the action goes from the hallway to a bedroom. …

16 responses, most recent 9 years, 9 months ago.

Technically, the definition in a change of scene is a change of time or location. So anything that fits the bill ...

Original Post from Devon Calhoun
Most recent response from Marlom Tander
Where can I find great film scores for situational events ?

Film/Music Composer Joseph Trapanse have great style in film scoring. His work definitely motivate mines to perfection. Without using his work to enhance mines due to copyright is…

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

Are you looking for recorded music or a composer.

For recorded music, just ask the people who made it - loads of amazing stuff on Soundcloud, much of it by unknowns, so cheap to …

Original Post from Paul Ingram-Tedd
Most recent response from edozie ameke
Looking for a London based writer to collaborate with...

Hi All,

Im looking to make my first short this year, and while I have a few ideas already, I'm open to new ideas as well. I would like to team up with someone for this initial pr…

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

Hi Paul,
I'd love to collaborate and be part of the team. I have written some short scripts that you might want to peruse and consider and I'm also happy to create something new i…

Original Post from Philip Caine
Most recent response from Paddy Robinson-Griffin
I have a novel that I am told would make a great movie - anyone interested please let me know and i…

Novel synopsis available for any interested director / producer / screenwriter

(I am also in the process of writing the sequel )

cheers
phil........

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

James, that's probably meant for Philip as opposed to me? :)

Original Post from Rhys Holland
Most recent response from Tony Franks
Should I give up the day job to start taking filmmaking more serious?

So I left university 2 years ago and since then haven't made a film at all! I absolutely love making films and I consider myself pretty good when I set my mind to it. But for the …

16 responses, most recent 9 years, 9 months ago.

Hi Rhys, You stated : "I have not been able to commit my time to the more important things in life."

With that admission, I'd follow Richard's advice, above, and recommend "No".…

Original Post from Chris Purdie
Most recent response from Louise Templeton
A question about casting for EXTREMELY low budget projects

Hi there Shooters

I've been on here for a long time, but rarely post anything.
I'll get to the point. I am an independent filmmaker, mostly making films for various art/music pro…

19 responses, most recent 9 years, 9 months ago.

I agree with Janet's comment above: have a look at the Equity website and look at their guidelines on low pay/no pay.....if you want decent actors you should do them the courtesy …

Original Post from Noah Drameh
Most recent response from JP Caldeano
I need to establish interviews with Media Practioners for University course.

I am a student at Birkbeck, University of London and undertaking a module of the Principles of Digital Video and Editing. One requirement of this module is to search for people wh…

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

www.jpcaldeano.co.uk

Original Post from Benjamin Field
Most recent response from Philip Caine
I've got availability at the moment, anyone need a Director/Editor/VFX Guy?

Afternoon All,

I've managed to avoid the January lull (just) but find myself with a gap in my diary which I would like to fill.

Basic overview of me:

Over 200 episodes of Broad…

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

Hello Ben..
I have just joined SP so don't really know the format at the moment.
I have a novel that I am told would make a good movie. (fingers crossed)
Might you be interested…

Original Post from Philip Caine
I have just joinee SP - how do I place my novels synopsis for directors/producers to see please?

How do I submit my novels synopsis for directors / producers / screen writes to see please?

9 years, 9 months ago
Original Post from Gary Woods
Most recent response from hazel chandler MBE
Looking to Edit more projects

Hi,

having edited and graded a couple of of short features im interesting and very keen to edit some more work in order to build up my showreel. If anybody has any work that the…

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

Check us out- UK based charity offering free training in media and music to street youth in Sierra Leone. Always looking for help www.wayoutarts.org and I am www.wildernessfilms.c…