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I want to create a Blu-ray disc which has my movie as well as several extra features. I’m using an iMac with Compressor 4 to encode the files. Compressor seems to be able to …

Hi everyone

RE: sound equipment

I'm a beginner in filmmaking.
I've just bought my first camera, which is a Canon 600D DSLR, with a 50mm lens.
I'm looking for external sound eq…

Thanks everyone who took the time to offer up their advice.

I will check out all the links and, as well, research each product that has been mentioned.

Does anyone know any good fixers/journalists in New York and Mississippi who might be interested in some work finding case studies for a feature documentary?

email me gktime@aol.com

I am looking for a location in London that matches the description above. So far, several location agencies and council film offices have been approached but any other tips would …

My old offices in 112 Cleveland St, W1 has some interesting corridors and a metal goods lift. Concrete, 1960s, we always joked it looked like a Russian Hospital! Owned by Westmins…

We launch "Behind the Scenes of TOTAL HELL" Free online on April 22nd. We're being supported by various platforms (including Showfilmfirst).

What we're looking for is suggestions…

Thanks James and Julian, will message you both.

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I'm looking to rent some camera equipment with a value of £11k and need to get it insured as the rental company don't have an option for insurance. I've had two quotes so far…

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Thanks to everyone who got back to me on this. Essex were indeed the cheapest. I saved quite a bit, which was much needed as the budget was tight.

Many Thanks,
Matthew

Looking for assistance in bringing some characters to life.... looking for a foam and rod puppet maker, preferably someone who also operates them. Recommendations are always my fi…

Thanks gang.... will check them out!

G

Hi folks,

I've been looking in to getting some of my films duplicated on dvd with dvd authoring and on disc printing. However I've started to think that in the long run I might …

Thanks everyone for all your responses and suggestions, very useful!

I have looked in to DVD Studio Pro but apparently it was discontinued in 2006 (?). I realise that Final Cut …

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I'm also looking to network with filmmakers around South East London?

Does anyone know of any regular nights (once/twice a month)?



Matthew Prince

I'm thinking of organising the networking night in Croydon as it's my home town. There are easy train, bus and tram links there. And the pub where we would have it is very accomod…

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In a month I'll be producing a 3D arts program pilot. It will be studio based with two presenters, guests, and plenty of inserts.

I'm well familiar with studios, and wit…

Since 1990, Presenter Promotions has led the field in the supply of professional presenters who can enhance a production. I have a large range of talent so let me know if you need…

We are shooting our first feature and have same ideas in mind for our poster which we're hoping to take to festivals and use on the website, but would rather pay to have it done p…

It saves hours and hours of messing around, that font. Work of genius :-D

Please can anyone suggest a subtitling service which can translate into French subtitles?
I have 2 short films accepted in a French festival but need them titling before 7 March!…

Thanks.

Hey Shooters,

SCI-FI-LONDON film festival has turned producer and we are shooting our first film next week,

I wanted to ask recommendations for catering, we will have around 20-…

Without knowing the duration of the shoot, location, facilities, shooting hours, etc it's impossible to say.

If it's your typical 2-day all-day short, then do a deal with a local…

Hi,
I'm guessing the best way to break into filmmaking is through working on local short films, feature film & TV productions made around my home town of Croydon, altho…

Hello,

We are looking for a runner soon...
https://shootingpeople.org/castcrew/project/view/4661
Would love for you to apply! :)

Lorna

I am looking for a place to hold an audition of probably 2 days. As it is for a short film, we don't have a budget to rent the place, but hoping that someone kind has a place ((e.…

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Get a deal at a proper audition rooms such as http://www.spotlight.com/rooms/. The cast will be of a better caliber as they'll know your short is of a certain quality from th…

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I hope someone can help with this query. I'm saving up to buy a camera and my initial budget should be around £2,600 which I hope should be enough to get started as I can …

I have been shooting with a Panasonic AF100 and although I've been really pleased with it I'd agree with a lot of the negatives listed above (low light performance - though this r…

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I'm shooting a one day short video piece on 11/2 - and i'm looking to feed about 15-20 people in less then a hundred pound, However I do want healthy and good food of high qua…

Ok a few questions if you can answer and I will get back to you.

Do you have anything in mind for the course? Chicken, lamb, or somethin specific for the veg meal etc
No pork I'…

I wanted to post a discussion on the bulletins, I can highlight the ask one, and the get cast, but the discussion option doesn't respond. Any ideas?


If I am through to the righ…

Need to find a low-cost supplier for banners (2ft x 6ft) and A0. Can anyone recommend a reliable printer?
Thanks

I want to take advantage of the snow, and therefore have no time to request permission. We'll be discreet and quick, just four people tops, one camera hand held. Just don't want …

Thanks for your answers :-) I wanted to film in the snow but it vanished before i had a chance. i'll check out your suggestions and be ready next time though.

Hi Shooters

I'm pitching a song for a Nelson Mandela feature documentary. By all accounts, this could be the definitive Mandela documentary when it is released.

I'm looking to …

I'd imagine you're already into possibly difficult PC territory if the phrases are sung by non-SA/African singers. So I'd go looking for a local, probably Baptist/Pentecostal chur…

We would be shooting a short film using a DSLR, but we are looking for a monitor to be attached to it so that we can have a better viewing during shoot. It doesn't need to be high…

You could get a lilliput 7" from amazon for £100.00

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Lilliput-668GL-On-camera-HD-Monitor/dp/B0050MVDV8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1359150769&sr=8-1

Hi there,

I would like to buy a camera to start making documentaries. Preferably, I'd like to be very good quality but small/compact. Something like the Z5 or Z7 is too chunky bu…

there's some good footage and info on the XF100 in this review: https://vimeo.com/26184320

Hi Shooters

I'm working on a music track for a Nelson Mandela feature documentary. By all accounts, this is likely to be the definitive Mandela documentary when it is released.

…

Hello All,

Firstly I hope everyone has had a lovely Christmas/Holiday Period so far and would like to wish everyone all the very best for the year to come. In addition, I would a…

There are patents, copyright, design and trademarks. Depending on why you mean by "concept", it may or may not be protectable by copyright. Many tv shows seem to share similar c…