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	Does anyone know of a factory, interesting location with pipework and machinery we can shoot in for… We're looking for a location which could double as the innards of a spaceship or a small location which has lots of pipework or interesting machinery. I was thinking something lik… 3 responses, most recent 10 years ago. I also have a factory location is Essex.DM me for details
	London Locations... We are in need of locations in greater London throughout May. We will be eternally thankful if you any of you can help us make our new feature film ‪#‎ForeverTommorow‬, which fo… 10 years ago
	Exploitative posts on today's SP Today I saw two posts on the Filmmaking list. First, expenses only Gaffer on a Music Video for Warner Music, citing budget is too small. We all do expenses only/low pay music … 8 responses, most recent 10 years ago. Nice to see the advert for a gaffer has been reposted as a paid job. Although as a proper promo for a company like Warner Music, they should be paying £300 for a gaffer for the d…
	Anyone recommend a Montreal-based production company? Hi all, I'm budgeting a feature production that'll include upto 3 weeks in Montreal, and will need a local unit out there. We're not going to get into workers comp and payroll a… 10 years ago
	Cafe and House Locations Needed for Short Filming in May Looking for a number of locations for a forthcoming zombie horror film with a twist! The film will be a portfolio film for MA students from the Central School of Speech & Dram… 1 response, most recent 10 years ago. As I recall, The Bridge Cafe in Park Royal is where they shoot The Apprentice 'losers' meetings, so they might be up for film units. It's just around the corner from LH2, so you …
	Lapel mikes Anyone suggest a good lapel mike (I believe they are called lavaliers?) for use for filming with a DSLR (a GH4) or have any for sale? 3 responses, most recent 10 years ago. Btw you'll also need some phantom adapters to bind these to anything that can record the sound. Also costly.
	WANTED Cannes accommodation in the thick of it Hello shooters I'm looking for a spare bed preferably near the centre of Cannes. I'd settle for a bit of floor, or even the cupboard under the stairs. I'm a London-based writer … 1 response, most recent 10 years ago. I have a spare bed in a twin room in a private villa with pool and 20 min walk from center. 13th to leave on 17th. all for just £450 . Email me at ben_itsnojoke@yahoo.com
	Advice to Producers on hiring Camera Operators First of all, this does not refer to single person camera operation but to the world I inhabit; the world of the camera crew: Camera Operator, 1st AC (Focus Puller), 2nd AC (Clapp… 26 responses, most recent 10 years ago. Yeah, we do have that military style. I do tend to ask the DP if he/she is OK with me talking to the camera op. On non-union shows, it's a bit more lax.
	Do I need a producer? I've written a short that can been filmed in my house in two days and I'm looking at a budget of £1000. I have it storyboarded and I have a good idea of the look I want to go for… 16 responses, most recent 10 years ago. I produced and directed my own short on a 3 day shoot with 5 locations. It was a nightmare, and I have 30 years of experience. If I could have afforded a producer, I would have go…
	Teen actors and chaperones.... Hi Shooters! This forum has been very helpful to me in the past so I was wanting a quick word of advice from anybody who has worked with actors under 16. My upcoming film has one… 6 responses, most recent 10 years ago. An interesting point Paddy. I think it underlines the fact these regional 'by-laws' are not in fact Law. Actual Law does not vary from one region of England and Wales to another, …
	Bands, acting troops, and the old co-ops I have been taking a brief look at the history of money and the arts, so I'm sure some of the academics on here will know more than I do. But, it appears that there have been a f… 10 years ago
	Can I use a song that I cannot afford the use of? I would like to use a piece of music that would cost an outrageous amount of money to use....more than the budget of the short film. BUT I understand it is possible to use … 9 responses, most recent 10 years ago. Jak, We would be happy to help you with your music needs. We have a great selection of music that you can afford. Regards, Chris Cardell MusicRevolution.com
	Recommended script review groups, forums, services? Hi all I've got several feature scripts I'm keen to get feedback and input on- can anyone recommend any forums, groups, services, festivals, competitions etc, that would be a good… 3 responses, most recent 10 years ago. Hi, you don't say where you live but there's a ScriptUP North workshop in Leeds Central Library this Sun 19th at midday. This is free, it's in Yorkshire! email me but I suspect y…
	Looking for EXT location in London house areas of south west london - wandsworth, earlsfield, tooti… Looking to use space for front room of a houses in the area of south-west london, likes of wandsworth, tooting, wimbledon, clapham junction, battersea areas. please can u be in to… 10 years ago
	How to plot a series Hi all So, I'm in the inception stages of quite a complicated series, with several key characters, plot lines and story tangents, and could really do with some advice about the be… 4 responses, most recent 10 years ago. Thanks all, really useful. Absolutely understand the need for clear characters and a series 'Bible'. I think the challenge for me, based on your comments, is this- there's storyli…
	Some questions about composing for films. Okay, this is my first real post on SP and I've got a few questions here for anyone who can help...and hope they make sense! 1) When you are offered work for composing a soundtra… 3 responses, most recent 10 years ago. Thanks for the excellent and helpful replies! I have done some soundtracks for local theatre groups over the years and am hoping to be doing some film work later this year. I wan…
	Will all external hard drives store Mac-formatted footage? And will I be able to download it to a W… Someone is going to transfer 80GB of footage from cards and has asked me to supply an external hard drive, formatted for Mac. I only have a Windows PC so will I be able to open th… 9 responses, most recent 10 years ago. I really recommend getting a program called macdrive. (http://www.mediafour.com/software/macdrive/) This has got me out of several near death experiences. You can install it on PC…
	What are the insurance options for low-cost kit hires? Alright guys. Calm down! It's an exciting topic I know. For anyone who occasionally rents gear for paid work or short film stuff - say a day's hire on a mid-price camera - what … 3 responses, most recent 10 years ago. It's worth looking into - with such short hires for such low values, you'll be running into minimum premiums doing it one at a time. The Essex guys might be able to suggest an an…
	For Screenwriters: Need New Wryly (Parenthetical) Just received final coverage from L.A. for a contracted sci-fi film. The film is surveillance heavy, and there's quite a bit of watching characters on monitors/screens. The analy… 8 responses, most recent 10 years ago. What is important is that the screenplay fulfils its purpose, which is both to help the reader understand what is happening and help the production team understand what they need …
	What are the best channels for getting a short screened in the UK and Internationally? Hi all, Seeking some advice where in the UK or otherwise I could screen a short (30 minute) action film- Watch Over Me (2014). The film has already done quite well, having won B… 1 response, most recent 10 years ago. I use Twitter. I search for "short film screenings" "film submissions" etc etc. You'll find these events are trying to advertise the screenings and sell tickets so send them an em…
	Hi Can someone send me a release for for kids (i.e. parents guardian's to sign) that involves photo… Hi Can someone send me a release form template for for kids (i.e. parents guardian's to sign) that involves photos and video please? please send to blossom films@me.com thanks i… 4 responses, most recent 10 years ago. Anything cookie cutter for agreements/options/profits/clearance etc etc etc... is cutting corners. They needs to be done professionally or you're asking for trouble. There are som…
	Recommended script review groups, forums, services, awards? Hi all I've got several feature scripts I'm keen to get feedback and input on- can anyone recommend any forums, groups, services, festivals, competitions etc, that would be a good… 2 responses, most recent 10 years ago. PS http://www.arthousecrouchend.co.uk/programme/?programme_id=1357710
	I'm looking for allies in the London area to collaborate on the production of a portmanteau style a… Hi, I'm looking for allies in the London area to collaborate on the production of a portmanteau style adult horror film. I intend to shoot several short films over the next year o… 18 responses, most recent 10 years ago. hi there Ray, I like the sound of these project, I am currently writing a feature that I intend to shoot as several short films, and would love to be apart of yours. If you are…
	Director looking for a screenwriter to collaborate with, contemporary, gritty, haunting fairytales. Shorts or feature. Primer, Let The Right One In, Pans Labyrinth style or Gritty Sci Fi... Emotive, clever and unusual. Go on go on, say hello. B 11 responses, most recent 10 years ago. Hi there Brian, I mostly write more grounded scripts but have been looking for an excuse to go down this road. If you are still looking please send me a message and we can talk ab…
	Does anybody have experience building a set in a studio? Hi guys. I'm in need of a particular location for an upcoming film, but so far all my efforts have proved fruitless. Don't really want to go down this route, but was wondering i… 2 responses, most recent 10 years ago. I've just set up a studio space in Southend, Essex if you're looking at hiring some space? Studio is 11x9ft. James Esposito www.undergroundfilms.co.uk 07951 103 256

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