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What have these films got in common?
Panic Room, Wait Until Dark, Sleuth, Gosford Park, Shawshank Redemption, Kiss Of The Spider Woman, Birdman of Alcatraz, Dogville, Clerks, 12 Angry Men, Rope, Rear Window, Dial M for Murder, Sphere, Murder On The Orient Express, Cluedo, Breakfast Club, The Big Chill, and Cube have in common?
They were shot in a very limited number of locations. In America, the most successful debut feature is: Take 12 Kids To A House And Chop Them Up.
....see a list of 60+ One Room Films
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6 Elements of Japanese Television
Really hot topic right now are Japanese TV shows. The trends and topics used are often the basis of films and tv shows areound the world.
Read the scoop and learn the 6 Elements of Japanese TV
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Open House this Tuesday
Ever thought about doing a course at Raindance?
Come and join us in the Bunker on Craven Street on the 25th and meet the tutors.
Each tutor will talk about the courses they teach and you will have the opportunity to ask questions over a glass of wine afterwards.
We'll all be there too to answer your questions on Raindance Film Festival!
What? Open House
When? Tuesday 25 August 6:30 - 8:30 followed by networking drinks
Where? 10 Craven Street Rehearsal Rooms, London WC2N 5PE Online map
How Much? Free - Guest list - send your name to party@raindance.co.uk
Nearest Tube: Charing Cross Train Station / Embankment Tube
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 About that damned recession
You've heard of the banking and financial crises?
It affects little ole' Raindance too - we are attempting this year's 17th edition with 95% LESS of the sponsorship from the past 5 years.
Are we complaining?
Not complaining: Just asking if you can help.
Become a festival benefactor - help us, help us get independent film out there, and save loadsa money!
Call 0207 287 3833 and ask for Elliot or Joe.
Or look at the benefactors packages from as little as £150.00
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 X Marks The Spot
For cinephiles (pronounced "movie nerds"), the works of Quentin Tarantino
aren't just fun on their own terms: They're packed with nods, winks,
and say-no-mores to other movies, genre clichés, and Tarantino's own
conventions.
Here are some of our favourites:
Tarantino's Top 10 Films
Tarantino's Top 10 Most Outrageous Quotes
Tarantino's Top 10 Character Types
Tarantino's Movie Scripts - every single one.
- oops Raindance Premium Members only - Login and enjoy.
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99 Minute Film School
Standing on the edge of the film industry looking in?
Not sure of your first step?
Jump right in with the 99 Minute Film School.
Covering everything from idea to distribution, Elliot Grove gives you a lightning quick tour behind the scenes.
Your film career starts here.
What? 99 Minute Film School When? Thursday 3 September 6:30 - 8:30 followed by networking drinks Where? Apollo Cinema - 19 Lower Regent Street - London SW1Y 4LR
Nearest tube: Piccadilly Circus.
How Much?
£10.00 Free to Raindance Premium Members. Join HereCall 0207 287 3833 to register or Book Online Here
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Premium Members - Equipment Discounts
Our friends at PEC are offering a whopping 20% off all equipment hire to Raindance members.
Not only that though, they are also offering 10-15% discounts on the purchase of certain key articles of equipment, including the FigRig, invented by Raindance patron Mike Figgis and demonstrated in several of our classes.
So get down to PEC on Dean Street and flash them your membership card for an instant reduction on your next films budget!
Check out the PEC equipment deals.
Not a Raindance Premium Member? Join here...
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 Spam?
What about Spam-Ku?
The latest trend?
When a man loves Spam as much as much as Roy, the poet protagonist of Spam-Ku, he kind of deserves whatever he
gets. His haiku about Spam is so good he wins a lifetime supply of the stuff. Perhaps now this self described "non-winner" can gain the affections
of Nancy, his office crush. Or maybe his life will turn horribly and disgustingly upside down.
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Directing Actor's Workshop
Want to get your hands on your very own actors? Bring a scene of your own, or one we provide, and direct 2/3 actors yourself under the guidance of Chris Thomas.
If you've done Directing Performance, or are an experienced director looking to expend your knowledge of working with actors, then this is the course for you.
What? Directing Actor's WorkshopWhen: Saturday/Sunday 5/6 September 10:00 - 18:30 Where? 10 Craven Street Rehearsal Rooms, London WC2N 5PE Online mapHow Much? £250 + VAT
Raindance Premium Members save 15% Join hereNearest Tube: Charing Cross Train Station / Embankment Tube Call 0207 287 3833 to register or Book Online Here
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Quoted
'Acting is like playing, while directing is really fun, sort of like an orgy'
RACHEL GRIFFITHS: Actress (Six Feet Under) and director of two shorts - who obviously needs to direct more as I think we all want to work on that set.
'Anybody can direct a picture once they know the fundamentals. Directing is not a mystery, it's not an art. The main thing about directing is: photograph the people's eyes'
JOHN FORD: Four time oscar winner. Better get the fundamentals on a Raindance filmmaking course then!
'Directing is too hard, it takes too much time, and it doesn't pay very well'
HARRISON FORD: Who obviously needs to work with Rachel Griffiths.
'I'd grab a camera and tell people what to do, and when I was 14 someone told me that it was called directing'
GUILLERMO DEL TORO: Who has the Raindance filmmaking spirit.
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Stuff We Really Like...
I CINE FEST BRASIL LONDON
17-20TH September 2009 - RIVERSIDE STUDIOS
NO LIMITS FOR BRAZILIAN CINEMA...
After wrapping up their New York edition, in Central Park and the Tribeca Cinema, they are getting the reels ready to fly across the Atlantic, to the heart of London, at the Riverside Studios.
The festival is bringing its cinematic showcase to London. The programme includes 20 productions comprising feature films, documentaries and short films, from a range of different genres that includes everything from blockbuster hits to talented newcomer discoveries.
It's a unique opportunity to see the latest releases from Brazil + special guests who will be attending the festival: acclaimed actress GLORIA PIRES (Oscar nominated O Quatrilho); one of the most sexy actor on TV, MURILO ROSA (awarded Olga); industry expert producer IARA BRITZ; festival director and filmmaker ADRIANA DUTRA and the Golden Bear and Academy-nominated director BRUNO BARRETO (Dona Flor and Her Two Husbands, 4 Days in September).
For information, email Fernanda
EARLY BIRD OFFER - Book your ticket by 28 August for a fantastic DISCOUNT!!!
Tickets: 02082371111 or book online
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Miniature cameras
You have heard of the FLIP? It's awesome, and we love it.
Kodak has just launched a new hand miniature camera to rival the FLIP
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Coffee Break
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Something to do in that sneaky 5 mins when you are on 'coffee break'
Stuff on my cat
Behold the internet phenomenon that is stuffonmycat.com. If you like cats, and you like stuff, then this is the site for you. You can rate the pictures, upload your own, and even buy a stuffonmycat.com t-shirt.
See if you can scan Stuff on my cat before the boss gets back.
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 Working the Net
Got something? Need something?
Email us at info@raindance.co.uk
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Dear Raindance members, I am Edgar and I live in Haarlem, the Netherlands. I work as a marketing assistant at a film distribution company in Amsterdam (Paradiso Films). I'm going to London to get a Film Director's Diploma at the Raindance Film Lab. The first workshop starts September 15th and the last will be at the 12th of December. I'm still looking for a room to rent during that period. I will fly to London on the 8th of September and would very much like to make an appointment to have a look at accommodations.
If you have a place to rent, or know anyone who has, please email me.
Best regards, Edgar Daarnhouwer
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Virtual Strangers are a group of international musicians who create eclectic original music. Fans often describe what we do as 'soundtrack music', so we thought it might be interesting in collaborating with an independent filmmaker. Please contact Guy Pople @ www.virtualstrangers.net , where you will find more info and samples.
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Can you afford to miss this one?
Most writers have no idea that they're using blunt, simplistic story tools that make it impossible for them to write a great script. They follow the old 3-act structure rules found in all the screenwriting books and when the script fails they think it's their fault.
Stop blaming yourself.
Those techniques will never work. Why? Because they're not professional.
In just three weeks, Raindance is giving you the opportunity to learn the most powerful tool for professional storytelling anywhere in the world, John Truby's 22 Steps of Every Great Script.
What? 22 Step Great Storytelling Class with John Truby
When? Saturday/Sunday 12/13 September 9:30 - 6pm
Where? Central London
How Much? £250 + VAT
Raindance Premium Members save 15%
Call 0207 287 3833 to register or Book Online Here
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Renounced
Did you know that 1/5th of Brits unknowingly aid child trafficking?
Get the information you need to stop this ugly trade.
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Toronto International Film Festival
September 10 - 19, 2009
The festival is bigger and better than ever, with a large contingent of attending distributors, informative industry programming and over 320 incredible films from around the globe.
Toronto International Film Festival invites Raindance members to take advantage of the networking opportunities available by attending the festival as Sales and Industry delegates, to gain the best opportunity for networking with over 3000 distributors, sales agents, and producers from around the world.
There are 3 different festival pass types that are available for Raindance members through the Sales and Industry Office including:
Sales and Industry Pass - $650 CAD
Sales and Industry Premium Pass -$800 CAD
Industry Networking Pass - $350 CAD
Find out more about what each pass offers.
Contact the festival at sales@tiff.net or visit the TIFF website for more details.
There is also discounted pricing available for students!
It is incredibly exciting to participate in this superb and special festival as an Industry Delegate. We encourage you to attend the Toronto International Film Festival this year!
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In Memory of Clive Parsons, who was the producer of Scum, Breaking Glass, Gregory's Girl and other britflicks of the 80s.
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The Raindance Team
Suzanne Ballantyne
Gabriela Dworecki
Anna-Mi Fredriksson
Elliot Grove
Zuri Goikoetxea
Heather Heukrodt
Grace Leong
Rory O'Donnell
Will Pearce
Joe Pearshouse
Xavier Rashid
Amelie Thille
Chris Thomas
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Amnesia: Peter Watkins
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With docudramas and documentary re-constructions becoming increasingly popular in mainstream cinema ('Touching the Void', 'Waltz With Bashir' and the seamless reconstructions in 'Man on Wire' being three extremely different examples) it is worth looking back at one of the pioneers of this form of filmmaking.
Peter Watkins began work with the BBC in the early 60s and in 1964 produced his first full-length TV film 'Culloden', portraying the Jacobite Rebellion of 1745 as reported live by a news crew. The handheld camerawork on a confused battlefield covered the fact that both sides were portrayed by about a dozen people. The result won awards and lead to the commission of another film for the BBC, 'The War Game'.
The resulting film, depicting the impact of a nuclear attack on Britain, was officially deemed too horrifying for broadcast, although Watkins resigned from the BBC on discovering that the film was being shown to the British Cabinet for consultation. The BBC continued to refuse to show the film despite critic Kenneth Tynan's declaration that it might be "the most important film ever made", and the fact that the film won the Oscar for Best Documentary in 1987. The film was finally broadcast in 1985.
Watkins himself left the UK and continued to produce films in Sweden ('The Gladiators'), USA ('Punishment Park'), Norway ('Edvard Munch') and France ('La Commune') and lived and worked in Lithuania for many years. He continues to speak out against the general situation in the media through his website
His style has continued to influence the genre over the years and 'Culloden' and 'The War Game' will form templates for docudrama for many years to come.
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