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I am looking to partner with an Irish-based Production company to enter Ireland's 30,000 euro 'Storyland' initiative. I have a 20 minute sensitive film script that is set against …

Hi Margaret, many thanks for your response. Yes, I'm still looking for a producer - there doesn't seem to be that many in Ireland, but if there is this leeway then we could certa…

I have a couple of fairly minor projects on the go that have scenes that need to be shot over the coming weeks but I've dragged my feet regarding organising locations, cast, etc.,…

By process I mean what you do from inception of idea to finished screenplay. Also an insight on what format of script you write (feature, TV, theatre) and the genre you prefer.

G…

The process I've come to find very workable simplifies the whole process for me and demystifies it - I used to go crazy overanalysing this stage but realised the whole point of dr…

Hi everyone,

SP often gets approached by insurance companies who are interested in offering the SP community deals on their services. We want to know if you'd like us to explore …

Great idea! Please go for it.

We are shooting a short 3-minute film entitled "FUGLY", and no it's not what you think. It's a 3-minute horror/drama/comedy piece with a great twist. We see some big awards coming…

I made a short film last year and thought it was okay and didn't do anything with it. I Joined SP few months ago and watched lots of films, including all recent winners, that have…

Thank you all for your time.
I am giving a real thought to all the these points and my first thought is that there is something for me to learn from.

I wondered if people would be able to share their experiences of shooting on 16mm, particularly as newbies on a small budget? I'm trying to get a very particular 16mm look for a m…

As an actor I have to say I hate it when film stock is used - when there isn't really a big enough budget for it. The stock is so prized that performances get over rehearsed and s…

Hi,

i'm a London based director looking for a creative producer (at the same level of experience as me) to collaborate with in developing a first feature, possibly another short …

Hi all,
A bit of casual youtubing reminded me of one of my all-time favourite pop promo videos - Massive Attack, Unfinished Sympathy (link below, highly recommended). And that go…

@Paddy Robinson-Griffin Yes: strangely numerous single-location films.

The more creative types I meet the more fluid I resolve creativity to be. The musician who loves to paint. The artist gifted at dance. The actor with the half-finished novel.

As …

@Otto Lenz

Well, such choices are quite individual, hardly transferrable in any relevant manner.

I don't know why you've asked. I guess you may know.

So it looks like my feature film is soon going to be financed and I'm doing some background research for rates here in the UK.

I have some contacts who can put me in touch with s…

Dan's right - Casting Assistant is a really good call if you're working to a tight budget. Also certain CDs work well in certain genre - Des Hamilton, for example, excels in gritt…

Hi,

Is there anyone here who has personal experience of shooting VR / 360 videos?

I'm looking to try it out and want to ask advice on best (budget) camera to start off with?

Th…

Andy, let us know what you conclude that you should use, thanks!

Before you have enough development / production finance to hire a Line Producer and get them to create the finalised budget WHO do you call on to make a provisional budget that ca…

Yes it is incredible.

It is a sweet business we're in, one where just renting a device makes someone so happy.

Hi All,

We're looking into improving the SP resources section (https://shootingpeople.org/resources) and want your input.

What would you like to see there? What is missing? What…

@Dan Selakovich I've got a severed head floating around somewhere...

My feature film "FOLLOW THE LEADER" currently has an exciting cast and crew attached and we're looking into funding options. I'm currently in talks with various production and dis…

Hi Elliot - do you have a director or need other cast ?

Jo Southwell
southwelljo@gmail.com

I'm hoping to drop in on CineFest at Arnolfini in Bristol later this month and am wondering if any other Shooters will be going and fancy a meet-up in the bar? Thursday is current…

Hi Pam, I'd be interested in meeting up. Drop me a message on here. Do you know if I can get tickets to single sessions being run by Cinefest or would I have to buy day passes?

We have a new and exciting challenge that you guys might be interested in...

THE SHOWREEL WRITERS CHALLENGE
London Short Film's Project Four

On Wednesday 24th of August, …

Hi everyone,

Mutiny Media is considering developing an introductory course to Unity 3D and interactive design for 360 VR video. Will be fantastic to get some feedback if filmmak…

Afternoon wonderful shooters!

I am currently looking for a fantastic poster designer that would be interested in getting involved in our feature film.
Our film is called A Quiet…

Hi, We are a London based production team/ film makers seeking an experienced film producer to join us on our journey,

Our current film project we are trying to get off the groun…

Hi guys,

I am a Writer/Director living in Devon. I have recently been chosen as one of the fifteen finalists in the BAFTA Rocliffe Drama Script Call 2016 for my script THE LONG …

Hi Karen, Just seen your message... where are you based? I live in the South Hams and shot two shorts n the last 12 months with local crew. Stuart

Hi fellow shooters, this is a general call for help. I am looking for a two bedroomed house to use in London for filming, preferably over the course of two days.

It's for a horro…

AirBnB?

Hi there. I have two completed short dramas that would suit a director and producer.

I studied screenwriting at 'Screen Academy Scotland' and obtained an MA in Screenwriting. I…

Thanks :)

Does anyone have any advice on making this transition easier? I'm wanting to move to Adobe and the whole thing seems pretty convoluted.

I made the transition 3 years ago mid-stream editing a short (due to endless problems with the Macbook I use to have) and like the others said, I just played around with some prac…

I'm looking for a Producer able to take my polished 8-episode TV series script and get it commissioned. We've already filmed a lengthy promo that seems to please people (although …