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	I'm thinking of making a web series in the UK, do I need to register with the ATVOD? I'm thinking of making a web based sitcom, and based on the guidance document on the ATVOD website at http://www.atvod.co.uk/uploads/files/Guidance_on_who_needs_to_notify_Ed_4.0_F… 5 responses, most recent 10 years, 6 months ago. You need to be aware only regulations of YouTube, DailyMotion or whomever you use as a platform and what they deem acceptable. The UK Web Series Creators Group on LinkedIN might …
	looking for sound mixing options in London for feature documentary Dear shooting people people, We are coming to the close of our new feature documentary called The Creeping Garden which is on the subject of slime moulds, and have secured a rath… 6 responses, most recent 10 years, 6 months ago. thankyou all very much for the tips and taking the time to write a response. I will be writing back to all of you, or the guys you recommend this week to get a few more details et…
	What does everyone think about using DCPs on a budget? (Digital Cinema Package, the proprietary for… I work with a lot of short and indie film makers to run screenings of their features. They generally use Quicktime or Bluray but sometimes DCP. My day-job is with a digital cinema… 18 responses, most recent 10 years, 6 months ago. I think you're confusing the centre channel with a domestic sub-woofer. The centre channel in a cinema is used to locate screen centred sounds, not to add bass. Sitting to one s…
	Looking for 2-3 bedroom flat location in Brighton. Hello, I'm looking for a 2-3 bedroom flat in Brighton for a 5 day shoot in late August. Any ideas or suggestions would be greatly appreciated! Thanks, Daniel 10 years, 6 months ago
	Does anyone know any good actors showcases where plenty of agents attend I am looking for a good actor showcase where plenty of agents attend. I have done three now and hardly any agents or casting directors etc have attended it. I am sure there are so… 2 responses, most recent 10 years, 6 months ago. Talent Inc, a US showcase company now does events in the UK. Contact Dorinda Duncan at RBAPA. I was extremely impressed by the agents who showed up.
	Anyone filmed in Myanmar (Burma) post 2010 elections? Would be great to hear from anyone who is willing to share their filming experience in this country. Early days, but I may be filming later this year as part of a short documentar… 4 responses, most recent 10 years, 6 months ago. Thanks very much to all who have responded - I will be in touch soon individually... Rehana
	Location - House or Cabin in the woods… Guys, We are looking for a house or a cabin in the woods to film in and around at the end of July/begging of August… We have a tiny budget, but would be willing to pay something… 3 responses, most recent 10 years, 6 months ago. we just shot a short horror film "The Rite of Rosemary" in a wonderful cabin in Sussex, deep in the woods! You will find pics on the film's Facebook page, and you can make contact…
	Location- living room/ kitchen Dear all, We are looking for a location - a living room and a kitchen - for our short film 'Yellow Sock'. The shooting days are end of July (2 days). Very small crew. A small … 10 years, 6 months ago
	How Does One become a Camera Operater? Hello Shooters, I have been tearing my hair out trying to find an answer to this with no joy. My research so far has left me at a stand still. I have applied to an apprentices… 14 responses, most recent 10 years, 6 months ago. I brought Hands-on Manual for Cinematographers David Samuelson, The Five C's of Cinematography, The Camera Assistant's Manual and some others.
	Location- Nursing Home Hello All! I am looking for a Nursing Home location for our short film 'Home' shooting in Mid- August. We have a fee put aside for it, but are struggling to find anywhere, and… 10 years, 6 months ago
	Need a decent 1080p camera, good in low light, for 5K or under. All advice appreciated. :-) Currently using a Sony HDR-FX1000. 12 responses, most recent 10 years, 6 months ago. "If you want lowlight sensitivity and for an indie feature, I wouldn't sniff anywhere close to a Blackmagic or XF305" As Louis posted above, the Blackmagic Cinema and Pocket Came…
	Need a Hotel Reception Film Location - London We are looking to film a small student film scene in a hotel reception in london any leads will be very appreciated it is urgent and we are running out of time film dates: 18 t… 3 responses, most recent 10 years, 6 months ago. thank you soo much for that we did manage to get a hotel at the end cheers great tip
	How can one advertise for crew with EXPENSES ONLY claim and perhaps a copy of the finished produce … Advertisement for crew in any bulletins on main forum requires specific figure as lump sum or hourly to be inserted as payment . This is the main reason which the editor gives fo… 10 years, 6 months ago
	How do you find the right actor? I feel like I've seen every male 20-30 in London and I just can't … I'm looking for a male actor 20-30. I'm look for a specific look - someone who can solely rely on physical acting to convey two different characters. I must have seen every male o… 12 responses, most recent 10 years, 6 months ago. Spotlight it has better actors. Many of them wont even entertain Starnow or CCP. 90% of UK castings are done via Spotlight.
	Camera dept and rumours I love the camera department, and they are fairly central to making movies, but sometimes they let themselves down a little. If you're in production, keep a watchful eye on lens … 37 responses, most recent 10 years, 6 months ago. I agree with your first sentence. However, what you say at the end happens more than just rarely. I've had to spend way too much time being a mediator between directors, produce…
	I want to show a client a rough edit privately. With music on it that I did not get copyright for. … Private viewing only, and I wish to take the video down in a couple of weeks. 4 responses, most recent 10 years, 6 months ago. Vimeo seems OK for copyright music in private vids if you are a Paying member http://www.premiumbeat.com/blog/flagged-on-vimeo-vimeo-updates-copyright-match-policy/
	The "N....." Word et al A certain radio presenter (whose name may not be PC to mention) lost his job by playing an old record which was made before PC came into vogue. Despite the fact that the N word wa… 24 responses, most recent 10 years, 6 months ago. I don't understand why there is any need to use the word unless you have written a racist character. It is offensive. It is not a word that needs to be used, why are people getti…
	Rooftop Location Dear fellow filmmakers, We are doing a short film funded by Ideastap for which we need a rooftop location on top of a tall building (approx. 10 storeys high) in Greater London o… 10 years, 6 months ago
	Does anyone know of any acting classes for young adults that also have an agency attached I am 22 years old and I am looking for some acting classes that also have an agency attached. Does anyone know of any?? 1 response, most recent 10 years, 7 months ago. Where are you based? If you're in London The Identity Drama School are good, they also have their own agency with actors from the school that are doing well: http://www.identitydr…
	How can we drown a dog? Hi all I'm working on a new short in which one of the key scenes/shots is of a dog drowning in a lake or a bog. Has anyone got any suggestions or experience of how to do this on c… 12 responses, most recent 10 years, 7 months ago. Wow! Thanks everyone - all of these are great! (and by all means keep them coming). I'll admit when reading the script, this scene was my biggest concern, and you've all raised so…
	Paid: Looking for an empty flat for short film. We are looking for an empty or disused flat for a short film. 2 days maximum shooting. We have budget for this location hire. Best wishes, Rob www.robhackett.co.uk @roberthacket… 1 response, most recent 10 years, 7 months ago. Hello Robert, I may have a few flats available for you in Bristol. Please get in touch if you're interested, Kind regards, Henry Palmer
	I am wondering if anyone can get me to the right agent--the one who will be enthusiastic about gett… The screenplay is a fictional adaptation of my documentary. A major studio's readers love it and said the studio will back it if I get a star attached. ''ve met three suitable st… 2 responses, most recent 10 years, 7 months ago. I have to agree with Marlom. I've been on that roller coster ride a couple of times. I'm not sure about your post--it's a little unclear. A studio reader's only power is to move a…
	Projection in films Does anyone have any references for the use of projection in videos. Music videos, films, anything really. I'm planning a music video, and will be using a rear projection within t… 3 responses, most recent 10 years, 7 months ago. If you've got a few million and a lot of time you could try this http://vimeo.com/m/24945059
	Stuck in an editing catch 22: How can I get experience in editing films if those looking for editor… I currently have a full time job so am trying to get as much editing experience in my spare time as possible with the hope of getting a full time editing job in the future. Howeve… 6 responses, most recent 10 years, 7 months ago. Thanks to everyone for their comments and suggestions. I have taken it all on board and fully intend to expand my skill set and hopefully get the career i'm after.
	Work in Ldon Hey guys - I don't often get round to posting on SP, but I figure that there are probably quite a lot of folk in a similar position to me. I've just graduated from university (go… 9 responses, most recent 10 years, 7 months ago. Thank you all for your advise ! Is there already a discution about that somwhere ? Or any place where professional meet and discuss about that ?

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