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Original Post from richard kelly
Most recent response from Vinca .
Formatting 8 page short film script into PDF for free.

Hello from Richard, this may be something you are either interested in or not. However I am looking
for someone who can format properly into PDF a short film script 8 pages writte…

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

Hi Richard,
Use free versions Celtx or Studiobinder software to format and then save as a PDF. It's pretty easy to follow the format to structure scenes, dialogue, action, charac…

Original Post from Harvey Summers
Most recent response from Gabor George
Experienced composer with 25 years experience seeking films of all budgets

I'm an experienced composer with over 25 years professional experience, many credits, many genres from full orchestral scoring (live orchestra and high quality sample-based) to mi…

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

Hi, I'm a Director/Producer. I have a few projects in development and pre-production at the moment. I've produced and directed shorts, music videos and commercials. My graduation …

Original Post from Jonny Gleeson
Film Makers East Anglia

Hi
I am looking to organise a film meet once a month in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk.
It will be an informal meeting for anyone interested in film making or wanting to help anyone wit…

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

Hi Kevin
Thank you for your message.
It is rather difficult to get people together in this area.
It's a shame because I am sure there are very talented individuals locally.
I m…

Original Post from Sergio Mendes
Most recent response from Max Herridge
Looking for a Band to shoot a music video.

Hello, I am looking for a band to shoot a music video, looking for an energetic and up beat band.

Let me know if you can recommend any.

Thanks.

Serge

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

Hi, I have links to a band called Tabora who are based in Brighton. They are releasing a new single soon! They have an upbeat rock/pop vibe! Thanks, Max

Original Post from JORDAN KELVIN
Most recent response from Mark Scrimshaw
Looking for a writer to collaborate with

I am a Writer/Director looking for someone who has similar creative sensibilities as me to collaborate with as a writing partner. I am currently in post production of my WW2 short…

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

Hi Jordan,

I've also been considering collaboration for some time... please drop me an email if you'd like to have a chat.

Many thanks.

Original Post from Jonny Gleeson
Are there any east anglian based meets for film makers

Hello.
I am looking to start a shooting people meet up group in my town. How do you go about it?
Many thanks.
Jonny

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

Thank you Shirley. I am looking to get more involved in local film making. If you ever hear of anyone needing help. I would very much appreciate being of help.
Jonny

Original Post from richard kelly
Most recent response from Alwyne Kennedy
location in south east London-for Free

Hello from Richard in south East London, can anyone recommend a location in south east London. Where i can film a micro-budget short film in either a bedroom, and also a living r…

2 responses, most recent 5 years, 6 months ago.

If you don't know anyone near to where you want to film, try airb&b (costs money though).

Original Post from Jules Baker
Most recent response from Paddy Robinson-Griffin
Posted earlier about a wardrobe job.. we are sorted. Phew!

I asked for help re wardrobe assistant earlier, but we have found someone.
Thank you

1 response, most recent 5 years, 6 months ago.

Hooray! Have a good shoot :)

Original Post from Jules Baker
I am shooting tomorrow and am desperately in need of a wardrobe assistant on a paid job. early cal…

We have lost our wardrobe assistant at short notice, if anyone has any. contacts that can help id be grateful

2 responses, most recent 5 years, 6 months ago.

Thanks Paddy.

Original Post from Mick Dow
Most recent response from Jane Sanger
Has anyone used Festival Formula for submitting their short films? Are there any other companies or…

Hi
We are looking for advice on film festival submissions. Has anybody worked with Festival Formula? We would be interested to know if there were any other companies or individua…

8 responses, most recent 5 years, 7 months ago.

Film Festival Doctor are good , Rebekah meets you, looks at the film, discusses where to aim for (no guarantees) this manages your expectations and therefore wasted money on festi…

Original Post from Ed Hartwell
Screening a new Christmas film before Christmas?

I have recently completed an adult comedy christmas animation (watch at https://youtu.be/WLwOCw6QXUs )
and I'm wandering if anyone is looking for a 9 min short to screen anywhere …

5 years, 7 months ago
Original Post from Johnny Maya
YOUTUBE CHANNEL - HOW TO CREATE CONTENT AS AN ACTOR ?

Hello Shooting People Family.

I hope Christmas preparations are going well

I recently created a YouTube Channel!

https://m.youtube.com/channel/UC65-e2_CRNPkraC-Mvw-Thw

I am n…

4 responses, most recent 5 years, 7 months ago.

Hello Alexandra,


Really appreciate your engagement with my question.


Great work with "Little Green Street" it´s a lovely homage to Charlie Chaplin.


Was this the content t…

Original Post from richard kelly
Most recent response from Molly Cowderoy
Finding a Micro Budget Short Film Group in South East London

Hello from Richard, i am based in hither green, south east London. I am looking to find or join a micro-budget, low-budget short film group in south east London. The reason why is…

1 response, most recent 5 years, 7 months ago.

Hi Richard. If you're looking to fill particular crew or cast roles, you can post them into Production (https://shootingpeople.org/production) Best of luck!

Original Post from richard kelly
Most recent response from Marlom Tander
Micro-budget financing needed for graphic novel film adaption.

Hello from Richard, i am looking for someone who can help find micro-budget financing for my planned film. The film is to be called Canterburied Tales, a supernatural take on Chau…

1 response, most recent 5 years, 8 months ago.

"Up to 3 times their investment".

I have a financial background, (as would, most likely, any serious investor) and that is what I would view as a dangerous phrase.

a) UP TO impl…

Original Post from Valentino Nioi
Most recent response from Alwyne Kennedy
Sell broadcasting cassette recorder

Hello everybody,
my company is trying to sell a set of three different cassette recorders. Can anyone suggest me the best places to sell them? Thanks, Valentino

2 responses, most recent 5 years, 8 months ago.

PS kitplus charges to place a listing, but does not charge commission. bblist is free to list in, but, like ebay, charges commission - 10% of sale price for bblist, and a simil…

Original Post from Alexander Daniell
London based director looking for short film / music video scripts to work on

I'm a London based director looking for short film / music video scripts to work on to add some strong narrative to my reel.

If interested in meeting up please message me at ale…

5 years, 8 months ago
Original Post from davina brown
Small Viewing Theatre

Can anyone suggest a small inexpensive viewing theatre in London (less than 50 seats) where I can preview my feature film without making a DCP?

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

@ Tony Franks Very much appreciated.

Original Post from Louis Lovelace
Most recent response from Molly Cowderoy
Looking to join a film production company in the uk as a production assistant/runner

Hi, I just graduated for my degree in film production and I am looking to join a film company that is looking for runners and production assistants.

please let me know if you hav…

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

Hi Louis, do check our production board for job listings https://shootingpeople.org/production/work
Best of luck!

Original Post from richard kelly
Most recent response from Brendan O'Neill
Looking for a production company for my planned micro-budget Horror film

Hello from Richard in UK . I have a planned film project that i have not made visible yet on film site Slated. It is based on my creator owned graphic novel called Canterburied …

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

The domain is splitsecondfilms.com so contact@splitsecondfilms.com should work

Original Post from Johnny Maya
TODAY !!!! SCREENING OF: "THE ONE SURVIVOR OF CONIFER"

We are screening the indie feature thriller/horror film "The One Survivor of Conifer" :)


MOVIE WILL START AT 6PM


This is really short notice but we still have some available …

5 years, 9 months ago
Original Post from Johnny Maya
Free Feature Film Screening : Want to RSVP

Premiere Screening of "The One Survivor of Conifer" (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8895010/) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YGlD6tl25q8)


October 23rd in Ealing.


Movie star…

5 years, 9 months ago
Original Post from Yvoni Lada
Most recent response from Tim Berry
Any films suggestions that have iconic scenes with an old film look/ aesthetic?

Hey,

I am looking for visual references for my project. I am looking into films/ music videos that have scenes with an old film look that are supposed to be caught on a vintage …

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

The music video for The Beautiful South's 'Don't Marry Her' uses what is supposed to be vintage home video footage.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Xo80hR-QfQ

Original Post from Luke Collins
Documentaries in Midlands need a DOP?

Hi all, I'm looking to add some more documentary work to my portfolio. This year I've worked on 4 fiction short films, 2 of which were with with the BBC, and I'd love to work in d…

5 years, 9 months ago
Original Post from richard kelly
Most recent response from Marlom Tander
Advice for Graphic novel film adaption on Slated-Help

Hello from Richard, i am requesting help on getting attention for my planned film of my own graphic novel adaption, called Canterburied Tales. I plan to launch this on Slated,…

1 response, most recent 5 years, 10 months ago.

Is there a script? If there isn't, you really need to team up with a writer.

Also, is there any kudos floating around re the graphic novel - did it sell well? win prizes? spin of…

Original Post from Trevor  Kaneswaran
Most recent response from Matthew Prince
**FILM CREW** Hi all. Need a top notch small crew on a micro budget. Expenses only. Strong script, …

Hi all,

So basically, I sent my script and concept to Channel 4 and BBCs writers room in the past 9 months. I have just found out that netflix have announced the same idea and c…

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

Save up some money together or seek funding to make a short proof of concept film. That's the best advice I think you're gonna get...

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