What we’re about
Calling all independent filmmakers and film lovers! Raindance's Boozin' & Schmoozin' is a monthly meetup for those who make films and love films - whether it's your career or your hobby; whether you're thinking about making your first or you've made 20; whether you're a director, writer, producer, actor, cinematographer, production designer, composer, film blogger, gaffer, best boy, first AD, runner, editor, Netflix addict, camera person or student - you're welcome at Raindance! Come along to find your next collaborators, volunteer your services for some set time, get tips and advice, or just to chat film with other passionate film buffs.
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See all- 99 Minute Film School: Introductory Filmmaking ClassRaindance Film Centre, London£25.00
Description
Why come to 99 Minute Film School
About 99 Minute Film School
Of course, we can’t teach you everything there is to know about filmmaking in 99 minutes, but you’d be surprised how much you can learn about making films and the film industry in just a single evening. The 99 minute film school will run through the core essentials you will need to make a film and create a plan to launch your career, with dozens of tangible tips on everything from sourcing your film crew, marketing your film and finding work on film sets.
What will it cover?
By the end of the class, you have an introductory understanding of:
Finding a viable script
Sourcing cast and crew
Shooting tips
Getting your film seen
Social media basics for filmmakers
The career ladder
Distribution and exhibition
Money and how to get paid
Who is it for?
99 Minute Film School is suitable for people new to filmmaking, as well as those with some knowledge and experience looking to gain a better understanding of working in the film industry.
About the tutor
Elliot Grove is the founder of Raindance Film Festival and the British Independent Film Awards. He has produced over hundreds of short films and also five feature films, including the multi-award-winning The Living and the Dead in 2006. He teaches screenwriting and producing in the UK, Europe, Asia and America. Elliot has written three books which have become industry standards: Raindance Writers’ Lab: Write + Sell the Hot Screenplay, now in its second edition (Focal Press 2008), Raindance Producers’ Lab: Lo-To-No Budget Filmmaking (Focal Press 2013) and 130 Projects to Get You Into Filmmaking (Barrons 2009). In 2009 he was awarded a PhD for services to film education. Elliot also teaches the Screenwriters’ Foundation Certificate, Lo-To-No Budget Filmmaking and Write and Sell the HOT Script classes at Raindance.
What they’re saying
@RobSladden
Loved the #99minutefilmschool today @Raindance really insightful and inspiring! #filmmaker #raindance #film #director
- Robert Sladden
@altonletto
Interesting insights @Raindance last night. A great crash course in how the film industry works! #99minutefilmschool
- Alton Letto
@sweet_est_pea
@elliot_grove Elliot thank you for an an exciting and enlightening 99 minute film school just now. It was really excellent
- kayvan
