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Hi Shooters,

Stay tuned to this thread for the latest updates on the New Shoots Actors Awards 2024 and to learn more about this year's brilliant performers.

Find out more ab…

Thanks for shortlisting me! Loving SP and everything you do! Really looking forward to meeting everyone and getting to know the SP team!

Hi Shooters!

I am a writer and director who also produced his first two shorts.
I'd love to get in touch with pure producers, especially if you're already working in films in …

*I am based between the UK and Italy.

I assume there are other people here who *didn't* get BFI Network Short Film Funding... Congratulations if you did!

Got any tips on other funds to apply to?

Or has anyone he…

Sorry for the slow reply and thank you for all of your thoughts! It's an uphill journey, but I'm going to carry on trying. Have found the funding directory on Shooting People to b…

Over the past few months we’ve made not one, but TWO short film in less than 48 hours.

I love doing these competitions cos it can really force you out of your comfort zone and …

Hi Ed.
That's fantastic and no small feat in such limited time. Sorry, I'm only just reading yours (and other posts) now as I missed out on a number of SP bulletins when getting…

Hi, I'm Ewan Ronnie-James .
I'm looking to score some sort of film .
I'm looking to build up my portfolio, so I'm happy to provide my service for free .

Anyone know his agent for acting work?
(I see he's on Independent Talent's roster, but only as 'author'. )
But this query is specifically for casting a project.
Many thanks i…

Many, many thanks Alwyn, Jim.
Do let me know if there's anything I can for you.

Barry

Looking to start a discussion by sharing some of our information from our personal experience from being a member of the YouTube creator program.

At the end of Jan this year I looked at our YouTube account and realised that after taking down most of our content, after YouTube announced their latest partner program advertisi…

Hi!

I have come full circle. I starting out shooting on a couple of shorts a loooong time ago and now looking to shift from my 10 year career as a cinematic wedding/editorial/…

ha, I only realised how obnoxiously hilly that place is when I moved to somewhere more humane!

Hi guys I have a couple of people willing to take a look at a script I’ve produced but it is unsolicited- the people who I’ve been invited to send it too are both very reputable. …

I think he meant “produced” means “written” not shot, and I read it as that, and “unsolicited” means he sent it but it hadn’t been requested. Many have done that. All writers ar…

Hey everyone :)

I'm an experienced photographer and graphic designer who has just moved back to South Wales after 20 years in Australia. I'm looking to connect with fellow film…

My name is Carson and I am a London based producer, looking to build my portfolio outside of work and would love to collaborate with writer/directors/all other filmmakers. Happy t…

Hi Carson, I sent you an email, but not sure if it went to spam or not? Would love to chat. My email is reubenwilliams@gmx.com - if you're still looking to find collaborators plea…

Hello everyone,

You are cordially invited to a screening of my horror short film SOMN. I've booked a lovely cinema in Shoreditch and it will be a fun evening of spooks and tal…

Hi fellow shooters!

I’m Vivek and I am a horror/suspense-thriller writer and filmmaker with 3 short films to my name & a few festival awards for scripts and shorts.

I am loo…

Hi Vivek,

Would love to collaborate. I’m an east-midlands/ London based actor.

Here is my spotlight: https://www.spotlight.com/2853-1274-6331
As a fellow horror/thriller …

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Hi I'm Eddie. I'm an aspiring composer, sound designer and music producer.

I'm looking to build relationships/connections with film makers who are in need of a composer or who …

Hi there,

I've got a short film script draft (only a few pages) that I'd love to get notes on. Please email me at maidenhaley@gmailo.com if you're interested in a script swap! …

Hi Hayley,

Depending on your short script draft being as short as you say it is, I'll be happy to have a quick read and feedback, Me, playwright, screenwriter, filmmaker and r…

I have a question, what to do if your cast or crew is involved in an online harassment and/or a smear campaign against you?

Hi Buppha,
Harassment of any kind is a matter for the police.
Can you provide more details? For instance, if you owe someone pay, and they have repeatedly asked you for th…

Does anyone know the best way to legally copyright a script?
There are people asking for a script I've written, but they want it copyrighter/protected before I send it.
I know t…

As I use Final Draft for writing it includes a link directly to the WGA which I did, also to the Library of Congress. Easy! The WG of UK don’t have a system, sadly. My other sy…

Does anyone know roughly how many entries are received for the annual Shore Scripts 60 minute TV Pilot Episode competition?

I've just heard that I'm a quarter-finalist this yea…

Hi Bob,

If I opted to shoot some kind of trailer/teaser, I would spend more money on one day's van rental for my kit then I would on entering a competition. The last time I em…

Hi there,

Thanks so much for all the tips on funding before. I've not secured funding yet but wanted to ask some advice on run and gun shooting.

I'm working on a documentary…

I'm a big fan of the DJI Osmo Pocket series. For me it ticks all the boxes for run 'n gun stuff. I read a piece in one of the trade mags, might have been Zerb, that war rep…

Im interesting for a great, strong Viking genre scripts, ( from UK, Scotland, Wales, Ireland) with great good female caracteer, drama and actions
donclovis@joytofilms.com

Joyto …

hi CATHERINE
Thank you, but I dont think I saw yr email
nice day

DON

Hello, fellow creatives!

I'm seeking collaborators who are passionate about making sketch comedy and horror short films. Whether you're a producer, DOP, runner, sound designer,…

Hi there,

Im looking for a Yoga studio or space that could double as one for a short film shooting in London.

Has anyone any hot tips?

Thank you

Jon

I know a few community spaces in SE London that would work. How many days is the shoot? What's your location budget?

Hello everyone, I am quite new here so bear with me :)

After many years of practicing filmmaking in the shadows, I am ready to enter the world with my first serious horror sho…

a Seth Godin-inspired mastermind group aimed at leveling up global culture through collaborative growth and innovation.

We're seeking motivated individuals in the London area w…