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Original Post from Jason Sultana
Runner Opportunities in London

Hey Guys! I see a lot of productions currently being cast for various roles.

Does anyone have any need for an extra paid of hands to work as a Runner/Production Assistant?

I hav…

6 years, 6 months ago
Original Post from Massimiliano (Max) Sappa
Most recent response from Anthony Hett
Short Film Screening

Which pubs out there screen short films and encourages filmmakers networking? Top 5 or 10? Thanks in advance guys and girls!!!

7 responses, most recent 6 years, 6 months ago.

Hi everyone,
I co-run Forest Film Club. We have a monthly short film evening called Short Film Thursdays which is at The Birds in Leytonstone on the last Thursday of every month.…

Original Post from Alwyne Kennedy
Are you interested in having material filmed? Showreel?

Are you looking for someone to do some filming, perhaps for an actor's showreel?

If so, how about a skills swap?

I've just finished making a self-funded, self-shot short film - …

6 years, 7 months ago
Original Post from Julia Warren
Looking for 4 - 5 male actors, London-based,for 1920s comi-gothic short film

Hi, this is a one-day shoot (5 December), made via the Making Films Group https://m.facebook.com/groups/118977802115701) Mid CU & profile shots & credits. No dialogue, but…

4 responses, most recent 6 years, 8 months ago.

Hi Everyone & thanks for the update, will do!

Original Post from Alwyne Kennedy
Most recent response from Keith Chopping
What are actors paying for headshots these days?

What are actors paying for headshots these days? I don't mean the emotional toll it takes on them to bare their soul to the camera. I mean how much money do they typically part w…

5 responses, most recent 6 years, 8 months ago.

Cheapest deal I had was for £ 125 . My experience is that those who charge highest are usually disappointing .

Original Post from Radhika Jani
Most recent response from Colm McAuliffe
Casting South Asian Actresses for Short Film

Looking for 16-25 year old South Asian actresses to star in our short film 'Sushi's Baby'.

Experience preferable, but not necessary, as we are keen to hear from all talented Sout…

1 response, most recent 6 years, 8 months ago.

Hi Radhika, If you’re looking for actors, the most effective way of reaching other members is to list your project in the Production part of the site. You can do this by clicking …

Original Post from Stefano Nurra
Most recent response from DON CLOVIS JOYTO FILMS UK LTD
Casting Directors for Low Budget Film

Hello there everybody,

just wondering if anyone out there has had good experiences in dealing with casting directors for low budget films (between 600 to 800k GBP). My feature fi…

10 responses, most recent 6 years, 9 months ago.

hi STEFANO
Im as well Casting director ( Freelance) specialize with some cast names in UK and USA, also stunts teams etc.. locations in Uk and other
check me at : GOOGLE: DON CLO…

Original Post from Massimiliano (Max) Sappa
Producer for Film London - London Calling - shorts

Hi! I am a writer looking for a Producer and Director or just a Producer to apply to Film London - London Calling short film programming.

I have two short scripts for you.

Proj…

5 responses, most recent 6 years, 9 months ago.

Thank you Helen! Only, this was a very old notice though which Adolfo replied recently. Ironically, I did put a 'job' ad recently looking for producers on the production people si…

Original Post from Massimiliano (Max) Sappa
Script Table Reading

Hi! Does anyone know a theatre which does table reading (hopefully for free) of material from screenwriters?

7 responses, most recent 6 years, 9 months ago.

Thank you Toyah I will! By the way, the website that you have put in your message sends you to a completely different site... I did find the actual website: https://www.surroundgr…

Original Post from Dean Chapple
Need publicity photos for your upcoming project? I'm a unit stills photographer looking to collabor…

Hi there,

My name is Dean I'm a portrait and unit stills photographer based in London.
You can check out my work at www.deanchapple.com. I'm experienced in live tv, commercial a…

7 responses, most recent 6 years, 9 months ago.

Thanks Colm, will do!

Original Post from Dominic Stinton
Most recent response from Y W
Calling filmmakers/actors based in Waltham Forest

Waltham Forest has won the bid to be named London's first Borough of Culture in 2019, by drawing heavily on the borough's creative heritage.
As part of the cultural events planned…

11 responses, most recent 6 years, 9 months ago.

Hi Dominic,

I'm a filmmaker and visual artist based in Walthamstow. I'd be happy to hear about your upcoming project.

Here are examples of my work:

https://the-dots.com/users/y…

Original Post from Massimiliano (Max) Sappa
Cast your vote for my short... I'd QUID PRO QUO

Do you have Amazon Prime? Cast your vote for my short and I'll quid pro quo!!!
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/video/detail/B07JCBX9NW/ref=atv_wtlp_wtl_0

6 years, 10 months ago
Original Post from Oliver Newton
Hey there , as an amateur Actor how can I build my profile up ?

As an aspiring actor it is really hard to get recognition as I haven’t been to an acting school or received professional training. I haven’t been a part of a professional producti…

6 responses, most recent 6 years, 10 months ago.

Thank you everyone for their advice ! I shall definitely get to work with the advice I have been given. It makes such a difference on this platform where creatives can advise and …

Original Post from Oliver Newton
What are your views on Directing / Producing certificates at LFA?

Hey there , I’m looking into courses at London Film Academy- as a film maker are these filming certificates useful or a waste of money? I was wondering if anyone has completed sh…

6 years, 10 months ago
Original Post from Mick Dow
Most recent response from George Brian Glennon
Recommendations for Studio Hire for Casting in Central London

Can anybody recommend a studio we can hire on an hourly basis for a casting Central London?
Many thanks

8 responses, most recent 6 years, 10 months ago.

http://www.theumbrellarooms.com/rooms

I've just used the Umbrella Rooms in the West End. I highly recommend.

Original Post from Bellavie Lady Bee
Most recent response from Helen Jack
Hi shooters can someone help me with my acount and how to read the bullitin or apply for casting?

I'm new to this and would like to know how it works

2 responses, most recent 6 years, 10 months ago.

Thanks for your help, Vasco.

Bellaville Lady Bee - if you have any more questions, or get stuck with anything, don't hesitate to contact help@shootingpeople.org and we can advise…

Original Post from robert jackson
Most recent response from Richard Lipman
Documentary filmmaker wanted for a joint venture

I'm interested in getting into documentary making and I'm looking for experienced filmmakers who are interested in an ongoing partnership.

The deal: I pay all the costs involved…

16 responses, most recent 6 years, 11 months ago.

Has anyone heard from Robert?

Original Post from Charlotte Atkinson
Producing consultations

You might have a script but you don’t know where it should go, maybe you’re struggling to get a Producer or maybe you want to produce it yourself but there’s a couple of aspects y…

6 years, 11 months ago
Original Post from Sameer Ibrahim
Auteur (Writer-Director) making challenging and discomforting films looking to collaborate on artis…

I am a writer-directorwho is interested in expressing my unconventional ideas and narratives through filmmaking. I am not here make commercial 'movies' as a product to be passivel…

4 responses, most recent 6 years, 11 months ago.

I am really looking for people who are not afraid to push the boundaries. I have scripts ready to be made, I just need passionate people who don't want to just make typical, genre…

Original Post from Rob Howgate
Most recent response from Adam Ethan Crow
I'm looking for some 1st AD/ 2nd AD work in August/ September..

www.imdb.com/name/nm1898912/?ref_=ttfc_f...

Why Me?

Well, my IMDB link is above. I've got minimal experience although 2 shorts I've AD'd aren't listed. I have worked a low budge…

1 response, most recent 6 years, 12 months ago.

Drop me an email ASAP on Adam.crow@dittofilms.com I might have something for you.

Original Post from Barry Staff
Anyone know Mark Strong's current agent?

I don't want to go down the IMDb 'free trail' route to try to find, and CAA (previous agent) won't tell me the answer. And there's no contact info on his website.

5 responses, most recent 7 years ago.

I've PM-ed a thanks to all those who gave the answer.

Cheers

B

Original Post from Kristopher Williams
Most recent response from Colm McAuliffe
Looking for male "Little" in London, do you know about this kink?

Casting "Little," a romantic existential horror about a young woman, Sophie, who identifies as a "Little." Synopsis: Sophie likes to behave and dress like a child and enters "litt…

1 response, most recent 7 years ago.

Hi again Kristopher,

Thanks for this post. I think it would be better served posting this into the Production/Get People part of the site rather than in the Q&A section? You …

Original Post from Nicolas Laborie
Most recent response from Renata Novaes
Free headshot test in London - Limited time offer

As I`m currently in the process of updating my video reel & still folio, Im looking of actors, actresses and dancers for a video and still portrait.

London based and will be…

4 responses, most recent 7 years ago.

Hi Nicolas, I am interested! Contact me!

Thanks,
R

Original Post from Mark Daniels
Theatre casting – 1 20s/early30s black actor, 1 20s/early 30s East Asian actress

N89 by Mark Daniels - R&D Casting

N89 is a new play written by Mark Daniels, directed by Edwina Strobl, set on the N89 bus from Trafalgar Square and Erith Town Centre. It fo…

7 years ago
Original Post from Sergio Falchi
Are you a company or a self employed individual since at least 3 years?Hire a director for free tha…

Dear All,

While I am exploring the way to estabilish a company and building a team for different projects with a focus on short films with a budget(not amateurish) I'd be more t…

4 responses, most recent 7 years ago.

Hi Vasco;

London is simply the european hub for talent and the bridge between europe and U.S.

This is why I am interested in London and by now I've met a lot of interesting peo…

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