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I'm looking to film a short film based entirely on a train platform anywhere in the UK (preferably Midlands but willing to travel). Nothing fancy needed, it's really just a couple…

Bluebell line in sussex just past crawley or try vintage lines who have old train rides as they always up for helping film makers

I’m developing training that teaches digital camera skills to fiction filmmakers. It’s aimed at beginners or those with limited experience. If this sounds like you, please get in …

Hi,
Sorry to trouble you all but...
I received a highly unusual message from the following company, has anyone had dealings with Ralf Hartmann LuNiMa International Limited in the …

Hi all, I'm looking to add some more documentary work to my portfolio. This year I've worked on 4 fiction short films, 2 of which were with with the BBC, and I'd love to work in d…

just wondered if anybody had and used:
https://www.switcherstudio.com/
on IOS

I've been asked very short notice for work on Thursday!

just wondered if anybody had an account and…

The huge amount of data shifting involved is why a hardware solution may be better - in fact it was the only answer until very recently, so all bring-your-own-hardware options mak…

The main character is a clown - not your fright wig and big shoes type - a human clown. The script is deliberately constructed to allow the actor space to improvise. BFI Northern …

Hello Shooters,

With my 14th indie feature since 2010 'Princess in the Castle' scheduled for an October 31st VOD release I'm giving it some quiet hype..

https://www.imdb.com/tit…

Have found a great fully fitted Victorian house in Hastings which is available for filming. Their website with contact details is:
https://victorian-bed-and-breakfast.com/

Sounds good! Maybe give it a shot yourself there.

Hi there,

I'm an aspiring London-based film writer/director who has written a number of short films, one of which I've actually directed/produced as well. From my experience of s…

Hi Dominic, set something up through MeetUp and SP and see if people come. Name a date and location in London and see who turns up. Try and invite any professional filmmakers you …

I have an hour and a half audiodrama episode for my series 'Before Wish Mountain' that will be released online in several weeks time. The episode has a full cast, narration, sound…

Hi Charlie, the best place to post would be Production> Get People where Shooters actively look for work. You can list the role as 'expenses only' if you're not able to offer N…

Hi,

I am looking for roles in Short- Films, I have a good availability and will take unpaid collaborations. I am looking to get more experience in films and build up my CV.

If…

I have the idea for a film called "Year 3141"

I need a script-writer.

Anyone interested? My offer is equal rights, equal share ownership with anyone who takes on the project.

C…

Howdy folks!
I'm heading out to SCAD Savannah Film Festival in a few weeks with my short film 'A Dunder Plunder'.
I am booking an apartment right in the centre of downtown where…

Hello from Richard, i am requesting help on getting attention for my planned film of my own graphic novel adaption, called Canterburied Tales. I plan to launch this on Slated,…

Is there a script? If there isn't, you really need to team up with a writer.

Also, is there any kudos floating around re the graphic novel - did it sell well? win prizes? spin of…

We'd love feedback on our film comedy podcast! We're also always looking for guests - actors, directors, producers.

In our podcast Big Meeting we pitch terrible movie ideas to pe…

Has anyone used this camera before? This is my first time, and I'd be very grateful for some advice on the best camera setting and microphone set up.

It'll be shot in dressing r…

Also consider putting a smart phone onto a gimbal with a small
rode mic or a separate sound recorder. Some of my best recent documentary shots have come from this set up

Hi Shooting People,

I am an actress but I freelance in PR and am currently working for a new interactive film and television streaming platform called Livetree. We have had huge…

Hello all,
What top three pieces of advice would you give to first-time directors?

I ask because I see a lot of the same technical stuff in books and classes, but then I…

Hi James,
the most important thing is research, knowing your story, knowing your characters, knowing the reasons why John likes apples and Amy is terrified of dogs. So you're neve…

Hi all,

So basically, I sent my script and concept to Channel 4 and BBCs writers room in the past 9 months. I have just found out that netflix have announced the same idea and c…

Save up some money together or seek funding to make a short proof of concept film. That's the best advice I think you're gonna get...

I'm thinking about submitting a feature film to EIFF and wondering if any Shooters have been to the festival and whether the festival has a habit of showcasing ultra-low budget fe…

@johnnie thanks. I was thinking of sending in a viewing copy with a stereo dub as we're still short of funds for 5.1.

I have a true-life feature-length screenplay about a 17th Century heiress who inherits Mayfair, Pimlico and Belgravia and nearly loses it.
I have been trying to get the script to …

I apologise you are a lot more experienced than your original post suggests. I have sent you a private message

Hi Everyone

As a long-standing SP member I would like to voice my concern at the direction the site has taken, in particular the elitist metro-centric approach which betrays its …

Richard hi
Thanks for this. Kevin also bought this up and since he did, we've been been looking at this in detail.There have been high numbers of people uploading films with passw…

My team and I are looking to collaborate with artists and/or graphic designers to help promote our new short film. We're going to run a crowdfunding campaign, to fund the film's f…

Hi Sophie, if you're looking for an artist/graphic designer for a specific project, the best place to post would be Production > Get People. You can post about the role under '…

Hi fellow shooters. We are filming a super low budget project and one of our spaces has fallen through for this week.

I'm on the scrounge for either a largeish garden space or in…

Hi all,

Just wanted to share with you a short article I've written on problems that can happen on set with regards to audio. Sound is such an important thing to record yet it can…

That brilliant. Just goes to show the importance of actively listening to your environment. Great to hear you spotted it early.

Sometimes, if in doubt, simply recording a few min…