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Hi Shooters

I am looking for someone who is a huge (uber) fan of Bollywood film legend Amitabh Bachchanto talk to?

I am in the middle of writing a script involving this star but…

I would like some help from any accomplished writers, who would like a credit on this project.

They will also get to see their work put on the screen as the funding and the crew…

Hi Ross,

I'd be able to help you with this.

Accomplished writer/script editor (and director). Great at polishing/improving scripts. I can send you some samples.

Drop me an em…

Hey,

We're looking to shoot a short comedy film/sketch sometime this month or soon after. It all revolves around a piano (small, large it doesn't matter) and have been constantly…

Hey Everyone,

Thanks for all the replies and help so far.

George - It doesn't need to be a grand piano no. That's a great idea actually, can't believe I didn't think of that see…

Hello!

Does anyone know of any hospital locations, preferably near Liverpool or Manchester. Needed for two days, a hospital corridor and adjoining room, for a micro feature. Low…

Thank you both so much! Really useful to know!

I want to make a film about a real-life artist (who passed away about twenty years ago) but I'm pretty sure their estate would object (Not because I plan to make any false allegat…

Thanks Sam. All good input. And certainly along the lines I was thinking of - Except that it's a visual artist that I'm looking to portray, so I'm going to have to create some art…

Hi, I am an actress, but my main bread and butter job to pay the bills is running a product placement biz offering free products for film and print www.generatepr.co.uk and we hav…

Just had cause again to think about the ways in which we make films with regards to the tools of production. It seems to me that the law of diminishing returns, in the manner of M…

A well founded observation from George.

Before I got wholly into TV and film I also worked in the music industry between the early 70's and 1984, mostly as a logistics and trans…

Cinematography / directing question.

I've been studying some of Patrice Chéreau's filmed theatrical (i.e. live theatre) work, which I think is really great.

Here are two exampl…

Multicamera, operated, cameras are aware of one another in geographical terms and are not lit and indeed will have longer lenses to be further back (and will have several "seat ki…

The difficulty is that the subject is a very high-profile figure, and receiving a response from them or their representation, is unlikely. I'm also not keen on getting sued, so if…

It's not necessarily required, but my gosh it'll be a lot easier with permission than without it - access to materials and people for instance. Also remember you have a line to w…

A website has popped up on my instagram asking if I want to join a film club that makes short films once a month - but I have to pay to be a part of it?! And a substantial amount …

I'm with Mark on this. I've had a look at the website and it seems like a decent set up. It's aimed at those people just starting out, or taking their first steps in filmmaking an…

What is the best software to download so I can burn bluray?
And which blank discs do I use - the same as for DVD?
I have Windows 10.
Thanks.

Thanks, everyone. Ifr I need to do it, I'll leave it to the professionals. Best, Claire

Hi all, this summer at the Cine Circle Filmmaking Festival we will be holding a screenplay pitching competition. The winner will win the following:
£1000 worth of VMI film equipme…

Hi, I am looking for a school (hopefully with music department, although I guess instruments could be brought in), to potentially shoot a short film in... need classroom, auditori…

typo correction: easier that with a state school = ... than with a state school

Hi. I'm a singer songwriter. I have a song called 'A Million Memories' which could be ideal for a film/documentary about older people, our attitudes towards them and our care of t…

HI Charlie - I have emailed you - Thanks Amberli

I am looking for Caribbean films (based on filmmaker nationality or theme) for a Caribbean film event I am planning in Birmingham later this year. Please get in touch if you have …

Hi everyone,

I co-run the Forest Film Club. We host a monthly event called Short Film Thursdays which takes place at The Birds in Leytonstone on the last Thursday of every month.…

I have a comic puppet animation film just made "Escape from England" 6 mins. Theme: What if we were the refugees? You can view on https://vimeo.com/336310104. Ii would love to sho…

Any shooters out there proficient in sign language?

Developing a (drama) web series and have one scene that involves the lead character conversing with another character in sign …

I know someone perfect for this if you are looking for someone who can teach some actors sign language. PM me and ill put you in touch.

Having recently finished a longish film - https://youtu.be/TIAR2cIXWkM - and now being somewhat bored, I would like to film something else. If someone has a short piece, then perh…

Amberli, No, I didn't take it further. I was insufficiently enamoured with the scripts / projects. Also, not too long after posting, buoyed by my lead actor winning a Best Perform…

Hi all

I've finished my first draft of a short film i'm considering putting forward to the BFI Network for funding and I'm thinking of hiring a script reader to get there profess…

Hi David - I'm a writer and script reviewer, with several story-led shorts to my name. I'll give you notes on a short screenplay for £1/page (min £10). I'm strong on story structu…

What footage can I use to play from an onscreen TV in a low budget, narrative short film? Can I use an old movie that's in public domain? What creative solutions have low-budget f…

My thoughts too. Ask someone on here if you can use a bit of their short in exchange for a credit
Mick

I enjoy very much watching short movies from other filmmakers and giving them my honest opinion. I am a photographer/director and as a hobby I like to review movies. If you are in…

Hi Pietro.

Thanks for the willing and excitement you show to watch and review our movies for free.

I have sent you a message..

Kind regards,

Alexandra!!!

I have a Canon 6D, in great condition-barely used.
Price negotioable. I also have a TAMRON, 24-70 lens so could do both for a good price.

I will throw in a camera bag, and set of…

What's the latest news on opportunities for distributing micro-budget films using the internet?

From what I can gather the likes of Netflix and Amazon are going strong on the mid…

@Mark Jepson - yep, down for me too. Not an auspicious start ;-)

Apart from going via the official film commissions, does anyone have any experience or contacts for filming in Norway?

Thanks

Thanks both - have messaged direct.

I am a new producer on a film that was shot in New Zealand, but i am based in London. Who should i tell officially in the UK that this has happened can i get any help or developme…

I would suggest though you find out which of your A list actors would be the biggest crowd puller because that will be what gets you funding. Then when you can say X has agreed to…