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Original Post from Massimiliano (Max) Sappa
Writer Network and Speed Network

Hi Fellow Filmmakers!

Just a couple of quick questions for you...

Do you know of existing Screenwriter table reads in London? Not the sort with actors... although that would and…

9 years, 5 months ago
Original Post from William Walsh
Most recent response from Paddy Robinson-Griffin
Where can I sell software licenses won in competition? Anywhere on SP?

Hi Shooters,
I have a selection of fully licenced software suites that I won in a competition for my latest short.
( Search for: Film Racing 100 Hour Film Race or you can see th…

1 response, most recent 9 years, 5 months ago.

There's isn't really a marketplace, so I guess here is as good as anywhere!

Couple of things that may help - be explicit about the exact versions and licence terms. For instance…

Original Post from Jane Sanger
Have any fellow shooters had a pitch accepted at either Genero or The Smalls?Would you share it? I'…

It would cost quite a lot to make a small teaser for Genero or The Smalls to enter a pitch for their paid adverts. If anyone has won a pitch would you be prepared to share it wit…

1 response, most recent 9 years, 5 months ago.

No replies.... so is this speaking for itself in that it is very hard to win those pitches?

Original Post from Robert Davies
Most recent response from Loanna Morrison
What's a good rate to charge for a corporate video?

I'm a recent graduate with a degree in Film Production and I've been doing some freelance work since then. I've recently been asked to create a 2-3 minute video for a UK construct…

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

I would love to have a just out of university starter do a 2 minute video for my website. I'm a not for profit doing an event for
young people and have very small budget. I am n…

Original Post from Aaron Dunleavy
Improvised film

Hello everyone,

I'd really appreciate any feedback on a short film I made called Throw Me to the Dogs, which has just completed a year long run on the festival circuit.

The fil…

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

Thanks very much everyone, I'd really really appreciate it if you could vote for the film in the Film of the Month competition!! https://shootingpeople.org/filmofthemonth/leaderbo…

Original Post from Kola Munis
Most recent response from Black Swamp Films
Looking for a courtroom; 2-day London shoot.

Independent, low budget. Shoot tentatively scheduled for July/August.
I know the big courts hire out court premises but that'll probably cost a fortune.

Any suggestions? Any expe…

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

HI Kola

Try looking at the Hornsey Town Hall in Crouch End N8. It has been taken over by an Arts Centre and recently saw a gig there in a small courtroom..very dark and circular.…

Original Post from Dele Fadahunsi
Shooting short snippets in NYC, ATL and LA

I'm flying into the US to shoot short music video snippets in New York City (Grand Central station), Atlanta (Centenary Park or other landmark park) and Los Angeles between 5-15 M…

9 years, 5 months ago
Original Post from Connor H
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9 years, 6 months ago
Original Post from Elise Wouters
Most recent response from Joel Wilson
Help me find a good short film script editor?

Hi everyone,

I'm currently in the middle of finishing the second draft of my short film - around 8 pages of narrative drama.

So - at this stage I'm after an experienced script …

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

Hi Elise,

I'd be happy to give you written feedback at no cost - it won't be incredibly detailed but I'll set time aside for it.

I'm a director and writer myself - I've spent ma…

Original Post from Artur Trull
Looking to collaborate on a script/short film

Hey guys,

I'm a film maker based in Scotland and i'm just looking for some like minded people to work on a short film with. I've been making shorts for years and have had some mi…

9 years, 6 months ago
Original Post from Artur Trull
Looking to collaborate with someone on a short film

Hey guys,

I'm a film maker based in Scotland and i'm just looking for some like minded people to work on a short film with. I've been making shorts for years and have had some mi…

9 years, 6 months ago
Original Post from Faik Grbovic
Most recent response from Thomas Raft
Can anyone suggest or help me get in touch with professional documentary proposal/treatment writers?

I am looking for help with writing a proposal to the BBC Storyville and couple of other funders for a documentary I've been working on for the last few years. I'm willing to pay t…

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

Dear Falik and others

Here is a link http://catapultfilmfund.org/ if you need some fundings for your documenteray films. I haven´t been in contact with them, but give a shot if y…

Original Post from richard kelly
promo film to raise funds

Hello from Richard,i need someone to create a promo film for my pg on Venture giant as i am trying to raise funds for a project,it would be my first feature no production company …

9 years, 6 months ago
Original Post from Ross Lindgren
Most recent response from Jennifer Maybour
Looking for help from Production Runners!!!

Hello All,

I'm looking to speak to some runners about their experiences getting into the industry and challenges they have faced finding work on set.

If any runners out there …

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

Hi Ross,

Take a look at my new blog talking about how I got into the industry with hints and tips on how to progress your career, I think it could really help you.

It talks abou…

Original Post from chaz douglas
Most recent response from Simon DaVison
looking for independent films to show as part of a youth service that works at summer events across…

We run a youth service that works with teenagers at various summer events and we would really like to start including a film screening as part of our service. I've been in touch …

1 response, most recent 9 years, 6 months ago.

Hi Chaz - We'd be happy for you to screen our film - www.5greedybankers.com. I run a youth film making project and a couple of them helped on the film. It's a heist comedy and we…

Original Post from Ross Lindgren
Most recent response from John Lubran
Looking to speak to Producers

Hi all!

I'm currently doing some research on the UK film industry for a passion project. I got some great responses about runners on here recently and am now looking for more inf…

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

I appreciate your further explanation Ross but I have to stand by my post in response to the context and structure of your original request. I think it more helpful to be blunt to…

Original Post from Rob Speranza
Could you make a music video in two weeks? MUSIC VIDEO COMPETITION!

COULD YOU MAKE A MUSIC VIDEO IN 2 WEEKS?

How often do you see music videos on social media? We’re guessing pretty much everyday. How often do you head to YouTube to get your mus…

9 years, 6 months ago
Original Post from Devon Calhoun
Most recent response from Marlom Tander
Where can I find great film scores for situational events ?

Film/Music Composer Joseph Trapanse have great style in film scoring. His work definitely motivate mines to perfection. Without using his work to enhance mines due to copyright is…

1 response, most recent 9 years, 6 months ago.

Are you looking for recorded music or a composer.

For recorded music, just ask the people who made it - loads of amazing stuff on Soundcloud, much of it by unknowns, so cheap to …

Original Post from Rhys Holland
Most recent response from Tony Franks
Should I give up the day job to start taking filmmaking more serious?

So I left university 2 years ago and since then haven't made a film at all! I absolutely love making films and I consider myself pretty good when I set my mind to it. But for the …

16 responses, most recent 9 years, 7 months ago.

Hi Rhys, You stated : "I have not been able to commit my time to the more important things in life."

With that admission, I'd follow Richard's advice, above, and recommend "No".…

Original Post from richard kelly
viral online marketing-funding

Hello from richard,i have a film script based on a graphic novel by me for a low-budget horror film.
I have a plan to try to raise funds through VENTURE GIANT. No funds raised ye…

3 responses, most recent 9 years, 7 months ago.

Hello from richard,my graphic novel is creator owned-written by me,it is supposed to be on www.creatorownedgraphicnovels.co.uk it will be in a month or so,it is my site,i am also …

Original Post from Sherice Griffiths
Most recent response from Harrington Day
Development, treatment and script advice and notes services?

Hi Guys,

I have posted a couple of times and had great feedback and questions from you guys, so I just wanted to throw it out there again,

Just wondering if anyone is intereste…

2 responses, most recent 9 years, 7 months ago.

Hi Sherice

I am looking for help to get my film script to a professional standard. Can you help? I'm new to screenplay writing. I have written 7 pages as an example which I can s…

Original Post from allan birkin
Most recent response from Paddy Robinson-Griffin
i would like to make a film i have written that includes the bay city rollers in there past and pr…

all thoughts welcome ...from being an actor or actress in the movie ...to being a part of the fundraising to produce ....if your the worlds wealthiest bay city roller fan ...then …

4 responses, most recent 9 years, 7 months ago.

Sorry - OST Official SoundTrack (a CD of the film music, any special recordings, etc).
Doughnut-style top and tail - think Titanic, the modern Rose on the search boat story was al…

Original Post from Rick Antonsson
Crowdfunding and if any North West Shooters want to get involved...

Hello Shooters,

I'm making a very low budget film with a small cast and crew. I'd appreciate any pledges on this, even if it's just pence, really really. Strangers to me on here,…

9 years, 7 months ago
Original Post from Sherice Griffiths
Got a Treatment or a script you want feedback on? NY Discount!

Hello Again,

You've probably all seen my post by now, but I just wanted to let you know for New Years, I'm offering a special discount on my services, if you want a treatment or …

9 years, 7 months ago
Original Post from allan birkin
straight to the point ...looking to get my film made by one of the big boys !!

the bay city rollers are rollermania ing again ..... my film could well be the next 4 weddings and a funeral !!!!!

3 responses, most recent 9 years, 7 months ago.

cheers and thanks for the advice all the best !!!

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