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Greetings!
 Bienvenue! I thought I'd give you a rest from the intern intros and do my job for once by welcoming you myself. So, welcome. For the last week the office has comprised Frederica, myself and few industrious interns, with everyone else in Cannes. It was very peaceful but short-lived; already Elliot and Suzanne are back, talking of parties, screenings and well lubricated business meetings. The rest filter in over the weekend and will no doubt have more stories to tell. Anyhow, hope you enjoy this weeks newsletter, feedback is always appreciated - jamesburbidge@raindance.co.uk
James Burbidge
Newsletter Editor
Raindance Film Festival
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How Filmmakers make money...
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break into the industryEpiphany #1: Nobody hires a "filmmaker!" I won't even let my
daughter date a filmmaker. Everyone knows a filmmaker is a person who
spent his or her money on a short and is looking for a job. You've learned how to block a scene, move a dolly, mix a soundtrack, cut a negative, watch Hitchcock and critique Spielberg - but you don't know how to make money and you've got rent to pay. Find out how to make some actual money whilst you break into the industry.
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Maverick Screenwriting
What do films like RESERVOIR DOGS, MEMENTO, DONNIE DARKO,
and BRICK have in common? They were all made by new filmmakers,
without stars and for low budgets. In spite of that, these films
succeeded because of the brilliance of their conceits, as well as the
originality of their storytelling.
This course is about 'Maverick Screenwriting' - stories that dare to
think outside the box. For those who want to move beyond 3-Act
structure - who see the world in a different way - who want to give
their imaginations free rein, or who are just plain tired of naturalism -
Maverick Screenwriting is for you.
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Foundation Certificates
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Well,
Elliot and Suzanne are back from Cannes and a little worse for wear. The others will be trickling back in between now and next week.
Apparently all went well, Elliot says it's the most effective business trip version of Cannes he's ever done. I think he just went to a lot of parties and calling that 'business' is still quite unfair.
Raindance member Geoff Searle popped in a minute ago. He had a small part in Robin Hood, or Robin Les Bois as it's known in France. He managed to slip into the huge after party by sneaking around and getting in the porters door with a wealthy family returning from a days shopping.
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Kino London: Open-Mic Night for Filmmakers
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Kino London returns to the East End for its regular open-mic film night, the only monthly event of its kind in the city. We open our screen to filmmakers of all shapes and sizes from across the city for a night of raw, short cinema and swigging beer. On top of the films, entry also includes popcorn, food, live music from ANGRYDAN and plenty of opportunities to network.THURSDAY 27th MAYVibe Live, Truman Brewery, 91 Brick Lane, London E1 6QLDoors at 7:30pm, films at 8pm.£4 entry, free for screening filmmakersInterested in screening? Contact screen@kinolondon.com
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New York
A guide to the independent cinemas of New York One of New York's most shining qualities is its
diversity of small cinemas. Here, a selective guide for fans of every
persuasion. Now Showing: The International Children's Film FestivalPresenting over 100 animated, live action and experimental shorts and features
from around the world plus gala premieres, retrospectives, filmmaker
Q&As, workshops, audience voting, and the NYICFF Awards Ceremony. When: From Saturday, May 1 to Sunday, May 23 The 2010 New York African Film Festival, presented under the banner
"Independent Africa," spotlights 17 African nations, as they observe 50
years of independence from colonial rule. When: April 7th to May 31st 2010 |
Here's To You Toronto
Hollywood north is heating up with the expansion of Raindance Toronto.
With 5 years under our belt, expect many changes to the already stellar
course catalog and monthly events. We're committed to bringing you crème
of the crop global industry leaders to teach you how to make your
independent film a reality whether you're a novice or advanced Writer,
Director or Producer. Our team is growing! To learn more about us, take a sneak peak at
our bios. Live!Ammunition! results announced.Visit our new What's Happening in Toronto bulletin board for jobs, screenings and special events. We are also looking for media savvy interns. If you think you might fit the bill, look at the job description. |
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Blog of the Week
Follow Neil Oseman, 'the Steven Spielberg of Hereford', as he continues his endless struggle to get his monstrously ambitious project off the ground.
Things We Like
The greatest writers will never be able to match the utter insanity that is everyday life. It's amazing what some people say when they think no one is listening, as Overheard In New York proves.
Renounced
Megan Fox will not be appearing in Transformers 3. Also, Transformers 3 will exist.
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10 Films - 1 Room
 Locations are a sure-fire way to drive up the cost of your feature, both in terms of money and time. These 10 films got around that by simply setting the film in one location. From the master himself to low budget indie, 1 room setting not only cheap but a great creative challenge. Read the list |
How to Break in Without Experience
Breaking into the film industry can seem an impossible task. Do you spend 10s f thousands of pounds on film school and hope that works out? Set yourself up as some sort of auteur/prodigy and hope your talent matches your ego? Or do you follow Elliot's simple guide - How to break into the industry without experience? |
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Competition
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London Recut is a pioneering
new competition from BFI, Film London, the London Screen Archives Network and
Mosaic Films. Deadline - 6th June.
Through the project, never-before-available moving image archive
material has been released for anyone who's ever had a relationship with London
to explore and recut - to tell their own stories of their own London.
We want to know if London is your home, or just the place where you
live? If London's history is yours, or someone else's? Your core storytelling abilities will speak volumes: The E-Seq
cutting
tools used on the site are targeted at non-filmmakers - they're simple,
basic
and straightforward.
Winners will have their films screened at venues throughout London and
premiered at Rushes Soho Shorts film festival. You can also win a brand new
Flip camera.
Fantastic material: The material on offer ranges from early twentieth
century silents right through to 1970's colour, taking in both London's iconic
landmarks as well as its lesser known gems. You can add your own narration and
text, as well as choose from over 60 licensed pieces of music.
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The Raindance Festival Team
Suzanne Ballantyne
Christian Bell
James Burbidge
Frederica Byron
Julian Chapelle
Elliot Grove
Becky Medlock
Rory O'Donnell
Joe Pearshouse
Chris Presswell
Xavier Rashid
Amelie Thille
Chris Thomas
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