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I've never worked on a large enough set to have required a bell before and I haven't found a good reference for a standard procedure.

Where exactly does it fit in the sequence of…

I have a script for a short film, roughly eleven minutes and set in one location, a large house. A friend of mine from college is eager to make the film, however this is where the…

Giving him an ultimatum is a good way to handle it. I recommend working with new people though. I previously made a short film with a friend and although it was a good way for me …

I have a feature script with one internationally recognised actor interested so far. The feature is in an advanced stage of development having recieved development money and there…

Hey Folks

I’m shooting a necessary sex scene for my short film, ‘Its’ Just A Shag!’ and am looking for any tips for creating as safe a space as possible for my actors.

The scene…

Cheers Paddy - sagely advice as always! I'll definitely be going for the suggestive, close-ups on faces, stuff like that.

If anyone is looking for advice on managing their media from camera through to finishing on any range of budgets then I can help!

I'm currently on the lookout for projects to hel…

We are looking for technical-creative and acting talent in the Peterborough/East Midlands Region.

We are not casting for any production at this time, but merely seeking people wh…

Would love to hear of anyone's experiences with using a drone on a shoot. The pros and cons, type used, where to source a rental and operator, whether using a two man team of one,…

Hey Paulina,

Thanks for that... Very useful. I put an order in for the DJI Inspire 1, then next step up from the Phantom 2...

Best

Lee

So there are loads of resources on the Internet, loads of books and articles and trust me I've read a lot of them! It seems a ridiculous question to ask but I finished a film prod…

Vanessa is right. Find out where actors are coming from: Strasberg (the shrink who screwed up Marilyn), Stanislavsky or Meisner. Get into improvisation. The director also chooses …

Hi all
I'm hoping to get a sense of what is a reasonable rate to charge a charity for filming (camera and directing) and editing work.

I've got a good sense of some commercial ra…

I personally take the view that if I do charity work for organisations I like I don't charge at all, except out of pocket expenses. If it's not a cause I'm bothered about I charge…

I'm in the early stages of producing a short sic-fi set in a dystopian desert future. We're planning the shoot to last for 2 weeks in Morocco in May, but really need advice on how…

Nice one Robert! Air-out-of tires as general sand dunes fix is uber helpful. thanks.

Hi. I'm a film-maker who hasn't made a film for a while and technology being what it is, I thought I'd ask the community to update me.

I am embarking on writing a script but I wa…

There's also the Movie Magic Screenwriter software, probably not as standard in the uk as final draft, but it allows all those breakdowns that then transfer easily into movie magi…

I was thinking to approach drama schools, but wanted to also ask here if anyone had any contacts / experience / advice about filming in the country?
Thank-you!

Thanks guys, much appreciated! Marlom - I don't think we're filming too far off the beaten track this time, but I had a look at some of your links - crazy! Thanks for taking the t…

It's for a BFI application, to add visual supporting info. Email me at patrick@newdivisionfilms.com for more details.

I'd recommend - http://www.biancaansems.com - PM me if you need her contact details.

I know this question may make most documentary directors cringe - but is there any benefit in giving the participant time to reflect on a few questions before the shooting?

I'm …

Thank you all for sharing your thoughts - This confirm my intuition.

Hello!

I'm a young film director hoping to direct TV Drama/Features. I've been thinking for quite sometime whether going to Film School is actually beneficial for £27K when I cou…

Well, when I first graduated, I thought no.

I only went to film school to watch movies, and to not be unemployed while I wrote scripts, made short films, and prepared business …

Hi all,

I am still in quest of the best equipment to travel and shoot portraits videos with.
I like the idea to be light and efficient but great quality.
How crazy would it be …

Thanks for your opinions !

A funding body is requiring me to form a company for accessing a developemnt fund. I need to form a limited company. Has anyone any experience in doing this?

If you can't cope with setting up a company yourself directly with companies house, you won't be able to cope with making a film. It's easy and costs £15 - use the default Article…

I think I got into the final five but now can't see my film on the leaderboard. Am I missing something?

Hi Stefan

Currently waiting for the site to be updated for Round 2. It won't be long now, thanks for your patience - Kelie

Hi all
I'm currently summing up the courage to invest a bit of time in properly learning FCP 10. To date I've grown up on FCP7, I only edit occasionally but will be doing more in …

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^^^ This link shows just a few of the projects screengrabs you m…

An aggregator is asking for an upfront fee of £150 to place my short on itunes.
Does anyone have any experience with a short on itunes? The kind of yearly revenue etc?

Thanks.

B…

Alève thanks!! I got a good response from the KFA. Am going to send them some of my films.
I really appreciate everyones responses! I will place one of the films on iTunes and th…

Hey guys!

I am a Director/Editor looking to add some music videos to my portfolio. I am really struggling to find people who need one! I have posted up my details on Twitter/Face…

i started by firstly joining local facebook groups in my area. theres usually a 'local scene' you can get involved with, see what bands are in your area and which ones have decent…

Hello from Richard, i am planning on making first short film by the end of november,1 i need a location in se london that is either a medical facility or laboratory-where a doctor…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nTuJfNdd1UQ - 6th form video made with a cheap amateur camcorder (a 200 quid one IIRC). No whinging about kit, just working within it's limits and …

Im looking at getting into film Directing, for years now i have been producing fashion shoot, fashion film and events.
However i have had no experience in movies.

I was thinking …

Oh, by the way, I've been at this since the late 70s and have very definite opinions about filmmaking. I read Guy's blog every now and again, and tend to agree with Guy. I don't h…

Actors/ Writers and Film Makers will all contribute to the Folkestone Story.............How about it?
Maidstone,Ashford, Canterbury,Dover/Deal,Whitstable, Faversham,Thanet and Med…

Hey Brian,

Long time no hear. I'd love to come to Folkestone if I wasn't trapped in London. Hope you're well buddy. I'd love to hear from you again as have a few projects that y…

Hi everyone

My 2 minute short film pitch has made it to the public vote of the "Enter The Pitch" competition, and now needs your support to make it into the final. The competitio…