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I would like to connect with local filmmakers, before the next festival, maybe to have projects to pitch or whatever. Or just to chat, most of the expats here are IT people and m…

Hello, i was wondering how you convince a production to shadow a script supervisor. My exerperince so far has been on sorts and two indie features later on this year and want to l…

What is your ultimate career goal? you realise that a script supervisor can in many cases be an entry level position (a lot of script supervisors have it as their first role.).
…

I'm baffled about this new Netflix/Creative UK 'opportunity'.
[www.wearecreative.uk/support/film-tv/breakout]

It's looking for emerging filmmakers who've not made a feature, but…

Hi Teresa, how do you pitch to Film Four?

Hi.

Director seeks work. Fiction/Non-Fiction work sought. Paid/Unpaid opportunities. DM for more info.

Thanks.

#filmdirector #shortfilm #featurefilm #documentary #musicvideo …

Vincent Rodriguez III gives something tantamount to a masterclass for aspiring and emerging actors everywhere:

https://youtu.be/Fn1dH3zjgAg

Vincent Rodriguez III is a Filipino-…

Hi guys,

I hope you are all doing well.

I come with a question about the production designer..
So I am pre producing my short film musical (for about 15 minutes). This project h…

Hi Marlom!
Thank you so much for the answer. That's the thing... I thought I can handle it... but so far I can't sale this project to the potential producers... There's no problem…

Yes, I am looking for an accountant in Romania, not the UK. But who knows, I may return sometime.
And I am having trouble communicating with accountants here, so maybe a consulta…

Hello Martin,
Thank you for that. I wish I thought about the filmmakers union earlier, looking at their website I see the Caen codes and other things that could have saved me so …

Hi there, I'm an experienced composer/songwriter new to writing for film.

I'm looking to collaborate with film makers to gain experience & to build a portfolio. I'm lookin…

Hi,
If anyone is going down to the Cannes film festival to either try and sell a completed feature or try to meet people to develop a feature and they are not in any of the offici…

Hi Ray,

I loved reading your advice Cannes on Shooting People. Really helpful info for a first-timer!

Just wanted to ask you a quick question if possible:

Is the marché du …

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Hello Kenneth

I'm interested in the Director's role, I'm a film director based in London. My email is kaironedwardsfilms@gmail.com

Hi,

I am relatively new to the industry. I have directed two short movies so far and have another one in the works. I intend to look for Runner positions (unpaid or otherwise) af…

I was a runner for a few years before deciding to concentrate on my own projects. It is definitely a big case of knowing people and also a ton of luck when applying for positions.…

There is an old saying they used to say online, the writer is at the bottom of the food chain.

That doesn't mean that the writer has no power, or should not be listened to. What…

Can honestly say I've had enough of pitching a logline or synopsis, then being asked to provide a pitch-deck.
I can't put together a pitch-deck as I don't know who the prod comp …

My son has been offered a place at Anglia Ruskin, Canterbury, Norwich, Sheffield Hallam in film/TV production. Does anyone out there have any experiences of these courses? Any …

I can't speak to those two, but if someone wants to learn how to make films, they should look for one that offers the most practical, and, ideally, allows you to check out kit…

Hi fellow Shooters, future collaboration colleagues!!!

We are Northern based but in London for a few days.

Due to a work date change, we are available to offer actor headshots, …

Hello,

When browsing films, is it possible to break down searches using keywords? I would like to see features films or feature trailers on the site, but I'm drawing a blank.

T…

Hey guys you may have seen this brilliant opportunity open up https://www.wearecreative.uk/support/film-tv/breakout/
Upon filling out the application it seems they want a team in …

The pop-up on the main page reads, "We'll be taken applications from 12pm today."
I would at the very least want them to know the difference between taken and taking.
Is this a le…

does anyone know what the music is that is used in the souvenir part 2 trailer?

Beat me to it. lol

Hi all,

I'm currently working on a short film in collaboration with the Roundhouse in London, and we're looking to shoot for one day on a moving London bus. The issue is, our bud…

You could try the Walthamstow Pump House Museum, they did have a bus there that could be hired... https://walthamstowpumphouse.org.uk/

Hope that helps.

This is where you learn and share how you use SP.

Good grief!

I'm a filmmaker looking to make some new contacts and hopefully scope out who is here and available in the film industry in the East of England (Suffolk and surrounding areas).

…

Hello James. Thanks for answering.

What I would say is that I am interested in meeting all types of crew. From cinematographers, editors, art directors, you name it...right the w…

I am hoping to Direct my first feature film. The script is almost ready to go. The cast is small and the story is mainly set in two locations. I already have my cast interested an…

Hey mate, forget most of these comments on here. I've done it on £25,000. Won three international festivals, attracted the attention of Warner bros and it became a cult-movie on A…

I would really appreciate any Director's advice on how they went about successfully networking with Producers. Or advice from Producers as to what they look for, and were they go …

I recently went to an event where producers emphasised that being valued for their own creative voice, interests and work is important to them. So doing research and trying to bui…

This is where I could answer as a Japanese Film maker to your question :D I hope I could help you or provide something for you.

Hi, Robert. Thank you for your comment. Yes, you are right. I believe we have a distinctive culture. I actually have no idea yet. But I hope to help anyone in UK or USA who are in…

Hi, I am looking to raise the production budget for a 90 minute indie feature, but I have no idea how to put together the budget and consequently I don't know exactly how much I n…

Many thanks for this Frederick. Might well be in touch when we get a little further down the road. Thanks again :)

Hey,

Maybe slightly off-topic here but I've a room for rent and thought it'd be great to continue sharing with someone in the same industry (outgoing tenant is an actor)

Feel fr…