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Original Post from Cavan McLaughlin
Experienced filmmaker in search of an esoterically-inclined co-producer.

I am an experienced producer/director/editor with a short film in preproduction about the nature of narrative, identity, and magic. I am also a senior university lecturer: teachin…

5 years, 1 month ago
Original Post from Martin Johnston
Dedicated Resource or List of People of Colour in Film and TV Production

Is anyone aware of a dedicated site or resource that specifically lists people of colour involved in film and TV production such as directors, technicians, creatives, producers es…

10 responses, most recent 5 years, 1 month ago.

Thank you Caroline for your reply and the detailed information. I will pass this on to the people who were looking for such resources. Best wishes and continued success.

Original Post from Lloyd Morgan
Composer looking to work with like minded filmmakers

Hi Everyone
I have a passion for tense Thrillers, Drama's and Suspense films, i'm an aspiring composer that loves to write this type of music. I'm looking to work with filmmakers…

5 years, 1 month ago
Original Post from Owain Astles
Most recent response from Lloyd Morgan
Looking to link up with new sound designers!

Looking to link up with a sound designer for a low-budget docudrama project about depression in boxing. Happy to link up with anyone at any career stage (although ideally with som…

4 responses, most recent 5 years, 1 month ago.

Hi Owain
if you are after a composer and sound designer it sounds like my kind of work
www.keltechmusic.co.uk for examples of my work

Original Post from Matthew Prince
Most recent response from Ezra Hinds
I'm looking for a writing partner on Black British films

I am looking for screenwriters interested in co-writing Black British comedy, horror, thriller and drama films. I have concepts and ideas I'd like develop into viable scripts and …

1 response, most recent 5 years, 1 month ago.

Messaged privately.

Original Post from jak haddock
Looking for a cameraperson to make some short films in the Saltaire/leeds/bradford area. No pay.

No pay just someone that wants to make shorts or more.

5 years, 2 months ago
Original Post from Sahera Khan
Anyone can help me out to input my short film on IMDB?

HI

I tried input my new short film on IMDB but it was difficult because the title is same other films..
My new short film is FAITH (2019).

I am grateful for your helping.

Stay …

5 responses, most recent 5 years, 2 months ago.

Hey, many thanks to Angela. It worked. Sahera x

Original Post from PHIL WEST
For people who live in the Medway Towns in Kent

Hi folks, a new group has been set up for local filmmakers in Medway and the surrounding towns.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/MedwayKentFilmmakers/

We welcome beginners to prof…

2 responses, most recent 5 years, 2 months ago.

That's perfect, it's Medway and the surrounding towns.
Please feel free to join the group.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/MedwayKentFilmmakers/

Original Post from Robert Dee
What should go into a Director's Statement to attract a producer to a project?

I've written a feature script (psychological horror) for my Masters and I'm writing a report on Director's Statements. The first step to getting a film off the ground is getting a…

5 years, 2 months ago
Original Post from Anthony Boakye-Mensah
Most recent response from John Lubran
Looking for some guidance on how to navigate first conversation with a development executive

I have an opportunity to pitch to a development executive at the end of the month for the first time. I am keen to speak with people with this experience to ensure i am well prepa…

7 responses, most recent 5 years, 2 months ago.

Thank you Angela. Very practical advice for Anthony and everyone.

Original Post from Jacob Minor
New Start-Up Independent Film Production Company: ABMI Films

Hello, Fellow Filmmakers! I just wanted to go ahead and share the news that I'm starting a new independent film production company called ABMI Films! Part of why I wanted to do th…

5 years, 2 months ago
Original Post from Verona Samual-Alexander
Most recent response from Laura Radford
Anyone looking for a unit stills photographer?

I have been a professional photographer for 4 years, and I am now looking to follow my dream of becoming a Unit Stills Photographer.

If there are any current productions or soon …

3 responses, most recent 5 years, 2 months ago.

Hi Verona, I can help advise if you had any particular questions as I know it’s hard starting out. I’m a Unit Stills Photographer, shooting now for 8 years. Unfortunately, budgets…

Original Post from Thomas Melhuish
Opportunity to enter a screenwriting contest and win the latest final draft (Free entry)

Hi all,

We have partnered with Final Draft for a micro screenwriting contest. Any genre, enter from any location and the only rule is, it can't be more than 5 pages long.

Simply…

5 years, 2 months ago
Original Post from Lucy Hansard
Most recent response from Yen Rickeard
Could someone give me feedback on my short film made during COVID19 lockdown?

https://vimeo.com/420392038

​I made this film so that I could share with the world the realisation I had when I was given the time to stop and listen to the people that are close…

5 responses, most recent 5 years, 2 months ago.

A great video, it is rough, but that is entirely in keeping as it makes it feel intimate. The message comes across clearly, across age groups too. In this country, as it says, chi…

Original Post from Thomas Melhuish
Why is character development important?

Why is character development important?

5 years, 2 months ago
Original Post from Brett Chapman
Most recent response from Simon Antoine
Looking to connect with a Producer

I've made a number of award winning and well received shorts over the last few years. My most recent short film 'The Good Book' received 4 stars from The Guardian and I've had my …

1 response, most recent 5 years, 2 months ago.

Hi Brett,

Just want to say a quick hi! I'm a Producer / Director, looking to collaborate on high quality drama / documentary projects. My background is sports production for TV…

Original Post from Jacob Minor
International Independent Film Studio Idea

Hello All! I simply wanted to share an idea I had just a few minutes ago that involves as many people here forming an International Independent Film Studio through the form of a Y…

5 years, 2 months ago
Original Post from Anthony Boakye-Mensah
Unscripted treatment template

I would be grateful for any treatment templates / examples of treatments for a docu-series

5 years, 2 months ago
Original Post from Rory Little
Most recent response from David Hughes
Looking for a writing partner to collaborate on existing and future projects.

Good afternoon all,
I have recently finished a script and would very much like to move forwards with getting the film made. I’m looking for a screenwriter who would be willing to …

1 response, most recent 5 years, 2 months ago.

Hi Rory, if you need someone to cast an expert, ★★★★★-rated eye over what you have already, I'd be happy to help with that. You can book me through fiverr.com/share/2pp01L 

Original Post from elhanan cohen
distributor of the ancient Rome

Looking for distributor of the ancient Rome series of the BBC. He should have distribution permission to Israel. I would appreciate your assistance

4 responses, most recent 5 years, 2 months ago.

yes, thanks!

Original Post from Sherice Griffiths
Most recent response from Ian Allardyce
Offering 1-1 Da Vinci Resolve Colour Training

Hi Shooters,

I hope everyone is staying well,

I'm a professional freelance colourist with over 6 years experience in post production and colour grading. I trained at Soho edito…

1 response, most recent 5 years, 2 months ago.

Hi Sherice, can you send me and email at ian@ianallardyce.com so I have you on file? I don't need the training right now as I'm in production. But later on might need your help, e…

Original Post from Bal Bahi
Can anybody help with some SFX for a no-budget feature?

I was wondering if anyone could help with some post-production f/x for my no-budget first feature, currently being prepared for submission to The London Film Festival and Raindanc…

5 years, 2 months ago
Original Post from Adrian Williams
Use of a Political Speech

Hello fellow Shooters,
I wanted to ask if anyone has ever used audio clips of speeches made by politicians before, and what experience they had in obtaining rights.

I'd like to u…

6 responses, most recent 5 years, 2 months ago.

Thanks so much for your response John, and Paddy, much appreciated!

Original Post from ben richards
I would like to buy a feature length screenplay.

My investor would like to own a finished screenplay that we can revise to an extent we feel ready to produce into a movie. Due to his past experience with option agreements his pl…

5 years, 2 months ago
Original Post from Rime Mahdi
Most recent response from Katie Greenhalf
Mentoring/Advice for Distribution and Marketing of feature documentary

Hello all,

I'm currently making my first feature documentary and really need some help/collaboration with someone experienced in distribution/Marketing and finance.

I feel comp…

5 responses, most recent 5 years, 2 months ago.

Hi Rime, Sheffield Documentary Festival is happening online right now and has loads of people to connect with who are exactly the people you need to talk to, also Raindance online…

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