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Original Post from Ivo Marloh
Can anyone recommend a good media lawyer?

Hi all,

a broadcaster has stolen our footage from YouTube, and used it in a current affairs programm without notifying, crediting or licensing it. They admitted to it when presse…

18 responses, most recent 9 years, 9 months ago.

Thanks again everyone for getting involved and offering advice. It's not really a question of crediting us. The fact is that this footage was shot in a very remote place and you c…

Original Post from Naomi Soneye-Thomas
London Calling - would anybody still like to collaborate?

Hi everyone,

I've written a short and I'm looking for a producer and director to work with. I am based in East London and would like to apply for the Eastern Edge Film Fund. The …

2 responses, most recent 9 years, 9 months ago.

Hi Mandana,

Thanks for getting back to me. I've got a team together now, but I'll check this out too - it looks good!

Original Post from Lee Burnett
Most recent response from Ben Bate
Cameraman/DP looking to collaborate in London...

I've been living in Cornwall and working in film for the past 3 years, moving to NE London in the next month and looking to collaborate with other filmmakers / directors / writers…

2 responses, most recent 9 years, 9 months ago.

*narrative (sorry)

Original Post from mandana mohit
Filmmaking workshops, where are the best places to advertise them to enthusiasts?

We have regular workshops and courses organised in various elements of filmmaking that may appeal to many filmmakers out there. Does anyone know of a place where they could be adv…

9 years, 9 months ago
Original Post from Anthony Green
Most recent response from Dan Selakovich
Is anyone inspired by the film Layover? Made for $6000.

I would love to meet you with a view to meeting like minded people and getting a team together.

8 responses, most recent 9 years, 9 months ago.

Paddy, once again, you've stolen my rant!! When I started, back in the late 70s early 80s, there were all sorts of producers that would take advantage, or seemingly at the time, w…

Original Post from peter newman
Low budget 3 minute drama short DECEPTION looking for producer

write to genevafilmsuk@writeme.com

9 years, 9 months ago
Original Post from Andy Sowerby
Please can anyone give me constructive criticism on my short film?

Hi there,

Here is a link to a film I made:
https://vimeo.com/99725037
password: brownbag

I wrote, directed and editing the film. (I'm an editor by trade and sometimes direct) (P…

15 responses, most recent 9 years, 9 months ago.

Ha! Thanks Dan.

Original Post from MARCIO DELGADO
Most recent response from Dan Horrigan
Collective of filmmakers in Northeast London - anyone Up for it?

Based near Walthamstow, I am an experienced producer and director for TV and digital platforms. Currently looking to connect with screenwriters, editors and filmmakers by creatin…

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

I am a screenwriter based in Hackney.
Populace: Award of Excellence Accolade Global Film, official selection Shuffle Festival, HollyShorts, SunscreenFFWEST, best performance in a …

Original Post from Sherice Griffiths
Most recent response from Sergio Falchi
Anyone looking for treatment reviews or screenwriting notes?

Hi Guys

Just wondering if anyone is interested in a treatment, script and scheduling advice service offered by a development Assistant.

I currently work in development and spend…

3 responses, most recent 9 years, 9 months ago.

Hi Sherice, I could be interested about it,i'm not english mothertongue and I've a feature film script for the UK and USA market in development to achieve a special scheme bursari…

Original Post from Phil Stainsby
Looking for an interesting short film to direct (North East, Newcastle, Durham, Sunderland)

I'm a Director new to SP, I'm looking for a Writer, Producer, Filmmaker or anyone in the North East (Durham, Newcastle, Sunderland) who has a good short film idea, hopefully a scr…

9 years, 9 months ago
Original Post from Ben Mills
Most recent response from Lee 'Wozy' Warren
Anyone need an editor over the next month?

Hi all,

I'm currently slowing down on my current job and looking for shorts or music videos to cut and help out with post production.

I'm an experienced assistant editor / VFX e…

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

Hey Ben. Good to hear. I may pop in when in soho next for a chat.
Best

Woz

Original Post from J Christopher Daley
Most recent response from Kim Halliday
Can an actor sing a well known song with different lyrics? Copyright issues...

Hello All,

I posted a question yesterday about actors singing songs unaccompanied. Thank you everyone who replied.

Following on from this, I was wondering if I could have actors…

8 responses, most recent 9 years, 9 months ago.

To begin with, I should declare my interest as a composer, and to acknowledge that it's almost impossible not to be influenced by everything you've heard and liked. But this come…

Original Post from Rhys Holland
Looking for an informal story discussion group in South West London

I live in Tooting and I'm a beginner to screenwriting. I'm looking for a group of likeminded people that I can discuss all the essential functions that make a good screenplay, nov…

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

Hey,

This is great, I've been researching a bit on reading groups and we need around 8 people, we need to set agendas and meet every 2 - 4 weeks to discuss. We need to set certai…

Original Post from Gary Woods
Most recent response from Dennis Goldberg
Need help on Screenplays

I am in the development of writing a series of short screenplays which i will eventually shoot, edit and grade. I'm currently working on a screenplay which is based predominantly …

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

So tell me more! Dennis The Menace Goldberg who writes for the fun of creation and a bit of money. chewee@tritel.net is my e-mail if you are interested.

Original Post from Gary Woods
Most recent response from edozie ameke
Director and Beginner editor looking to collaborate on a short or feature length screenplay

A wannabe film and television editor interested in collaborating with screenwriters to work on short or feature length films looking not only help direct but edit the project as …

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

Hi Gary,

I'm interested in collaboration with you. I have written some short scripts that you may like. My email is edozieameke964@hotmail.com

Thanks,
Edozie

Original Post from Rob Munday
Most recent response from Dan Selakovich
Is it madness to shoot on film?

I like making short films and I like to shoot on film.
After spending a few years writing and animating I'm now back prepping a live-action 16mm short but the further we get down…

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

Cutting on film: I certainly miss my upright moviolas. I prefer cutting on film, but I certainly couldn't argue that it's faster than digital. The problem with digital is that it'…

Original Post from Georgina Bobb
Any one in need of production assistance? Experienced Production Manager/J Producer/ Prod Asst Avai…

Hello all,

I am a PM looking to branch out from TV (please see experience on profile) and looking to get stuck into Film, Commercials, Corporates and Music promo production.

I h…

9 years, 10 months ago
Original Post from Ivo Marloh
Most recent response from Matt Jamie
Has anyone ever used Genero?

Hi all,

I've been puzzled by Genero.tv, who keep sending me briefs for potential videos or commercials. What I don't understand is, why would an artist brief out a video, to be m…

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

No, Ivo, the previous posters are correct. You make the video - if the artist likes it they buy it. It becomes their video. Or, as has been suggested, you "win the prize money".…

Original Post from Rhys Holland
Most recent response from Brendan O'Neill
Can anyone recommend a good scriptwriting seminar or short course?

I'm a relatively new person to scriptwriting and have mostly been studying it through books and online. But I really want to learn from the people with experience who can give vit…

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

London Screenwriters' Festival is a must if you can afford it. I'm still reaping the benefits of having attended a couple of them a few years back. Bring lots of business cards an…

Original Post from Rob Chan
Hello, I'm new and wish to collaborate in London/Herts

As the title suggests I'd like to hook up with likeminded people on possible Fictional or Factual projects.

I've directed a few TV/Cinema ads and spend my days creating Brand fil…

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

07776182174 & @dwalshey on Twitter

No budget micro-short film/shoot on DSLR or I-pad?

I'm shooting a micro short film in a beautiful location by the sea next week. It has no budget and is just me, a camera and a friend. The script is solid and I know what we're sho…

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

Thank you so much, that's incredibly kind and helpful.

Original Post from Katie Smith
Most recent response from Lee 'Wozy' Warren
Any drama writers out there wanting collaboration?

Hey guys,

I'm a director looking for a screenwriter who specialises in hard-hitting drama focusing on key topics such as (loneliness, LGBTQ+, elderly) who may be up for a collabo…

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

Think you may still have one of mine...

Wozy

Original Post from Grace Halliday
Most recent response from Valentine Taylor
Collaboration -

Hi,

This is the first time that I've ever post anything..... Is there anyone out there that would be interested in collaborating to build show reel material? I'm an actor that h…

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

Hello Grace,

Always looking to collaborate and assist.
Aside from acting, I write/produce/direct shorts and also work with a variety of musicians creating organic sounds suitab…

Original Post from Ross Lindgren
Most recent response from Tia Salisbury
Seeking Producers, Directors and Commissioners for Production Company Start Up

Hello,

I'm a freelance producer going full time into production and and am looking for a collection of like minded people to collaborate with developing my production company (s…

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

Hi Ross,
I'm a Bristol based director, with experience of narrative music promo direction. I've a background in animation, so direct, edit and produce FX. My work's…

Original Post from peter newman
Registered production companies for new Drama Comedy series for channel four. scripts available

New drama comedy series 60 minute programs, 6 + programs. interested companies write to genevafilmsuk@writeme.com

9 years, 11 months ago
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