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This is for my film about the Transvangarde movement, which was founded by American thinker and scientist John Polka Allen.

I would be grateful any archive material depicting ar…

Hi All,

Not sure if this is the place to post this kinda thing as im new here but here goes anyways.

I'm looking for comments on my showreel and what kind of style you think I h…

There are 4 tapes at an hour each so it won't take much time.

Ideally you should be based in the London, Surrey or Hampshire area.

In return I'll buy you some lunch and you woul…

Hi All

Thanks for your responses on this it has been much appreciated and helpful! Here's the background:

The current project I am filming at the moment is the music documentary…

I'm looking for indie feature films that have been done on a low budget, to see what is achievable.

Can anyone share their film and ideally a figure it was done for?

J

Another great achievement for virtually no budget Al. However the meaning of 'freebie' and 'fortuitous circumstance' might benefit from further definition. Clearly anyone who work…

hi, I am pursuing my MFA choreography from Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and dance, london. I am looking for a collaborator who has knowledge of using the ISADORA softwar…

Hello,

I am looking for a plain room that could be used as a police interrogation/interview room for a short.

Has anyone used one in the past or know of somewhere similar that w…

Thanks Adrian, I'll have a look into that.

Hi I've recently been talking to a couple of big brands about providing 'content' for their facebook pages and websites. How much is this worth? Say I sold something pre-package…

Just stayed with an L.A. composer who lives in New York.

He was telling me about the current state of music content commpensation.

30,000,000 to 40,000,000 Spotify streams = USD…

Hi all, wondering if anyone can tell me how to tell if a Sony PMW-F3 tat I'm inn the verge of buying has the RGB 4.4.4 S-Log upgrade installed on it ? I can't see the camera, but…

Hi Jendra, just read your kind answers to my question, as I've been away for a few days visiting family with my daughter and Grandson. Thanks ever so much for taking the time to f…

The Independent Pilot Competition (IPC) is the NYTVF’s flagship, annual initiative, accepting independently-produced, original television pilots and series, short films, and short…

We already have a cheapish Sigma DSLR zoom lens and I'm wondering whether renting a better cine prime might provide a more interesting final image.

We're using a Blackmagic Cinem…

Hi Robert
One consideration is what lighting/light levels you will have when shooting. On my feature film (Written In Dust) I was working with no additional light and shooting at …

How much do you charge? Are you CAA approved? What about the urban, crowded area restrictions? Can you attach anything heavier than GoPro, ie: GH4 type cam? Does your drone come w…

Thanks Marlom - interesting article for India! But for DJI who released the Phantom 3 this week, it's making drone flying even easier and safer. Shame the licensing isn't getting …

Hi there - looking to hire a Black Magic Cinema Camera kit next thurs + fri (16/17 april).

Anyone got a full rig that's not being used those days? Need body + cage + shoulder rig…

Not being allowed to show our films elsewhere to attract audiences while waiting for a festival date is not okay. Here a festival that seems to acknowledge the problem: https://tw…

Al, thank you so much, this is great! I'm in.

For those who have contacted me to 'correct' me on STAR WARS - in that the 'original' screenplay has Luke appearing much earlier...

Luke is not in ANY of the original drafts as t…

We are auditioning actors to join our agency cooperative. If you meet the criteria below and are interested in collaborating with a professional group of actors representing ours…

Hi Allan, the email to send spotlight links etc to is in the initial post at the top of this thread - carey@actingatbubbleandsqueak.com

Hi my name is Thomas Wightman. I work in TV in London but I also make films outside of work. I have previously made a short for the UK film council: https://vimeo.com/12674633

"O…

Thank you. Will post in there.

Hello, i have made a few films for clients....mostly fashion (Producing)
Generally i shoot mainly stills photography.

In the stills world, we have something called a "Test" or TF…

Hi Tomo, TFP works because of a fairly well balanced set of needs in the photographer/model relationship - in film it's more complicated. Yours is a straight meeting of creatives…

Is There a Shooting People in the Pub in Derby? If you know, could you send me the link etc please.

Thanks for your time.

Cheers,

Steven.

Hi Kelie,

Thanks for the return email, but I'm not really interested in setting up a SITP in Derby.

Thanks for your time.

Kind Regards,

Steven.

Anyone here shot in Bangkok, Thailand before? Any local contacts would be much appreciated...

Thanks!

Hi Louis,
I'm not sure if you still need any help, but I live in asia and I recently attended the local filmart event here in Hong Kong and I have a whole book of information abo…

I've just bought my second DJI Ronin. I sent the first one back to the vendor for a refund after DJI told me it must be faulty. It was making unacceptable noise, you see.

This we…

Thanks Tim, but I now feel I don't need any more conformation that my Ronin is problematically noisy. Just like my first one. Ho hum.

we need a selection of gel filters for LED lighting tomorrow. if anyone has any to lend or sell please contact 07951404544.

THANKS in advance

Try Panalux? They certainly will, but any lighting hire company should have some, even old scraps there saved from the bins

I am currently looking for a personable autocue operator with their own kit who would be available for hire for one day (likely to be a Sunday) at a London location, working with …

Hiya, I'm based out in Bath but have a DSLR-suitable reflective glass autocue system. I've trained half a dozen operators and readers in the past. If it's any help, PM me ;-)

Hi guys,

Are you bored of modern glass like the Canons? I'm making available to rent my lovely set of EF mount vintage Nikon lenses. They make beautiful soft white flares and off…

Hi,

I am looking to sell some film making equipment, which I personally bought for my feature film. All boxed as original with all the bits that came as new:

- Canon C300 £6,50…

I feel obliged to point out to my fellow shooters that the C300 has just been reduced in price to £4,400 (new)...

I would like to use a well known classical piece of music for the trailer for my short film. My overall plan with the film is festivals and then if possible VOD - or sell wherever…

There are two kinds of music rights. There are the rights to the score, and the rights to the recording.

A score can be public domain, while the recording to the same track is e…