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Original Post from Jasun Horsley
Most recent response from Ben Saffer
Seeking Location for Police Station for Independent feature in April

I am producing a film this year in the UK, called The Light of Dead Stars, based on a script I wrote. I am currently seeking a London location that could double as a police statio…

8 responses, most recent 1 year, 5 months ago.

It’s now run by Kingswood Arts https://www.kingswoodarts.com

Original Post from James Skinner
Most recent response from Alvin Burrell
Any suggestions for an affordable modern train carriage location?

Hi everyone!

I am working on a fantastic short film, which is set in a packed train carriage. The train/carriage can be stationary. We would like to shoot during the day and i…

2 responses, most recent 1 year, 5 months ago.

In Walthamstow there is the Pump House museum which has a tube carriage - I don't know how much the hire is though,

Original Post from Shona Charlton
Location needed in London for a charity film

Hi all,
I'm shooting a film for a leading charity working to prevent suicide and self-harm. We have a London-based cast and an original song already recorded. Everyone is donatin…

2 responses, most recent 1 year, 8 months ago.

This is now sorted thanks to Tony.
Not sure how to close the query so I’m adding this edit.

Original Post from Nick Ayton
Most recent response from Sascha Fromeyer
Virtual Production

I'm looking for a virtual production partner expert in the latest VFX and visual effects and techniques...

Who would you recommend?

2 responses, most recent 1 year, 9 months ago.

Hi Nick. There are quite a few on our books.
I would think you might want to start your journey with Victor.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/vctrprz/
I will put you in touch with …

Original Post from Joe Crabtree
Most recent response from Paddy Robinson-Griffin
Restaurant Locations in London

Hey everyone! We are looking for a restaurant/kitchen as a filming location in or around London for our short film. Ideally looking for a modern / almost surreal location, with a …

1 response, most recent 1 year, 11 months ago.

Buying out a restaurant is expensive - look for somewhere that's closed at the weekend, maybe somewhere in the City with no weekend trade? You'll need to pay for the owner to be …

Original Post from Ando Celtan
Actor seeking work on short films

Hi all!

I'm an Actor looking to get as busy as possible.
I have done acting for 20+ years but now relaunching my career after years working in the 'normal' life.
I've been …

2 years, 1 month ago
Original Post from Richard Harrison
Most recent response from Richard Jordan
Any Spanish Shooters Out There?

Hi All,

Are there any Spanish shooters going to be in Seville from next Tues 20th to Tues 27th?

I'm on a location recce to Andalucia for one week and I could really do with …

1 response, most recent 2 years, 1 month ago.

Hi Richard, I'm a filmmaker based in Malaga (though lived in Seville for 13 years). I've sent you an email.
Best,
Richard Jordan.

Original Post from Peter Ismay
Most recent response from Jim Read
Script Pitch

I sent in a script to Script Pitch - logline and synopsis. It's a fully completed script, copyrighted at the US Copyright Office. The title of the piece is 'Once Upon A Moonbeam…

1 response, most recent 2 years, 2 months ago.

Hey Peter - will drop you an email because not sure what would have happened there! Might need to get our tech team to look at it...

Original Post from DAN THORENS
Most recent response from pavan K
Virtual Studios

I am based in Brussels with a sci-fi feature and am seeking the right advanced Virtual Studio to collaborate with. Any leads in London or UK, are appreciated.

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

Hi Dan
https://elements-vfx.com/

we are doing some VAD for LED volumes, would be great to get an idea what you have in mind, and we can surely help :)

Pavan

Original Post from Tumurtogtokh Davaakhuu
Most recent response from Alvin Burrell
Quite location in Central London streets

Hi,

I'm looking for quite street area in Central London for shooting video portraint of a model. Since it is collaborative work, I have no budget. And I couldn't pick a good lo…

4 responses, most recent 2 years, 3 months ago.

Try shooting very early on a Sunday morning, before 8:00am ... I have done this a few times with a small crew and that usually works well although you may contend with security ac…

Original Post from Frances Barclay Walker
Location available

Hello, I have a beautiful grade || 1800’s townhouse available for filming on Barkham St, Wainfleet, Lincs on a street that looks like Victorian London. The row of townhouses have …

2 years, 4 months ago
Original Post from Josh Doble
Most recent response from Laura Sansom
Looking for work experience

I recently graduated university with a degree in filmmaking and I’m looking for an opportunity to gain some experience in the industry and kick start my career in film or tv produ…

1 response, most recent 2 years, 5 months ago.

Hi Josh,
Are you able to tell me more about yourself and where you are based? I am looking for some assistance on a variety of projects, some just at admin level, o…

Original Post from Liam Michaels
Most recent response from John Lubran
Does anyone have any experience with I-Visas in the US?

Keen to understand the Visa situation in the US

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

Oops pressed

Original Post from Harry Floyd
I'm looking for Junior Producer Work (Paid)

Hi everyone!

I'm putting the word out that I'm an aspiring producer looking for Junior Producer work.

I have almost two years of experience in the industry. If you'd like t…

2 years, 6 months ago
Original Post from Eden Hayman
Voluntarily Production Crew

Hi - my name is Eden and I am a filmmaker, wanting to be an actor in the future. I’m looking for people to assist with my films behind the scenes, writing, arrangement, producers,…

2 years, 6 months ago
Original Post from Nuri Moseinco
Looking for a office location

Hi everyone! I'm looking for an office location in London for a low-budget short film. Need something with some character, so not just plain white walls. It would be the office of…

2 years, 7 months ago
Original Post from Osama Rai
Who's attending FOCUS film production event?

Hi; I am coming to the UK to attend FOCUS event in London. It's mainly about international film production and co-production opportunities and collaborations, and film location se…

7 responses, most recent 2 years, 7 months ago.

Hi everyone
Sorry for late reply.
I'll be there for the 2nd day.
Please reach me here or by email: osama@vileo.tv

Original Post from Louis Painter
unit stills photography

hello!

photographer looking to get in to unit stills, based in West Midlands but happy to travel by train if needed. looking for work weekends mainly or sometime in January!

2 years, 8 months ago
Original Post from Osama Rai
Best parks to capture autumn colors in London.

Hi
Can anyone please recommend the best parks/ locations in London to capture autumn colors with vibrant and diverse trees?
Thank you

3 responses, most recent 2 years, 8 months ago.

Thank you

Original Post from Annabella Forbes
supermarket location London

Hi y'all - anyone ever filmed in a supermarket in London? I have a short and literally only need 10min in a supermarket but all the ones I've asked (nr Stockwell) say no. Wonderin…

2 responses, most recent 2 years, 8 months ago.

Thanks AJ - all good thoughts!

Original Post from Jonathan Brooks
Most recent response from Paddy Robinson-Griffin
Hotel Location needed for short film

Hi there,

Im looking for a 4 or 5 star type hotel room to shoot a scene for a self funded short film.

1 day shoot , London based.

Does anyone have any experience with Lon…

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

If you're upfront with the hotel and take a room at the end of a corridor and don't cause problems, many will welcome you. However you'll only usually get to shoot in the room/a …

Original Post from Thomas Michaelson
Most recent response from margaret Higginson
London Location Needed!

Hi all,

I've had a location fall through on an upcoming short and need something very soon. I need a posh looking, modern-ish flat, home of a 40 something female professional, …

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

Hi Thomas
I could probably help you but I am going away tomorrow for 2 weeks.
My flat is very modern with a huge open plan living, kitchen area with light from three sided and…

Original Post from jason pegg
Looking for Land

Does anyone know of any land, hard standing or pasture roughly half an acre in Sussex near the A/ M23 that I would be able to hire for between 4 to 6 months from spring next year …

2 years, 10 months ago
Original Post from ben richards
Most recent response from Mät King
I am looking for a film friendly Jewellery shop in London and New Build Apartment

We have a budget for the day shoot which is to be scheduled between 13th June and 22nd July
It is for an Indie feature film. We also seek a modern apartment in Vauxhall or Southwa…

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

That's very fair comment. It can be tough to shoot in high end stores for various reasons. Hatton is and always has been very cautious for obvious reasons. I do remember a docu ab…

Original Post from Ed Willey
Location needed for 48hr film competition

I'm running a team for the London 48hr Film Project competition in a couple of weeks and we're looking for somewhere to shoot on Sat 24th Sep.

It's kinda tricky as we won't get…

2 years, 10 months ago
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