Moving from Amateur to Filmmaker Pro

Greetings!

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We're publicity mad over here at the moment as Elliot spoke to Gabby Logan on 5Live the other day about the UK industry and Colin Firth's remarks about the UKFC.

Elliot will also be live on tonight's Production Office show, being interviewed by Chris Jones. It starts at 7.30 you can tune in here.

In other news, Boozin' 'N' Schmoozin' is just around the corner - we'll be having drinks and filmic chats on Monday, March 14th.

See you there?

James Burbidge

Editor

In This Issue

Courses Coming Up

Raindance Abroad

Raindance Recommends

The London Comedy Writer's Festival
The London Comedy Writer's Festival is a weekend jam-packed with classes and talks from some very funny writers and important execs, including the writer of Borat and Bruno, the head of comedy for BBC Radio and Griff Rhys-Jones. You can find the schedule here and the full list of speakers here. Quote RAINDANCE as a discount code and get £25 off the price of a ticket. You can book here.

10 tips about constructive criticism

It's not always kind to be cruel.

Chances are, if you're reading this, you know someone who has written or is writing a script.

And you being a smart and savvy person, they're likely to ask you to cast an eye over it.

If you're foolish enough to say yes it's important to remember how to make your criticism constructive - lest you drive your friend to suicidal despair.

Find out how in our 10 tips to constructive criticism.

A couple of courses

Write and Sell the Hot Script

Typewriter

Learn the basics of the art and craft of screen-writing with techniques and tools valuable to a scriptwriter at any level. Then learn how to sell it.

What? Write and Sell the Hot Script
When? 19/20 March
Where? St George's Church, WC1A 2HR
How Much? £249.95 + VAT
Members get a 15% discount

Call us on 0207 287 3833 or Book Online

Basic Cinematography

First Feature

Learn about the difference between film and digital cinematography and how to create the right visuals to support the screenplay emotionally.

What? Basic Cinematography
When? 5/6/7 April (eves), 9/10 April (days)
Where? 10 Craven Street, WC2N 5PE
How Much? £375 + VAT
Members get a 15% discount

Call us on 0207 287 3833 or Book Online

Raindance News

Raindance Films Fly Free

Desire was nominated for Best UK Feature at Raindance 2010 and will be screening at Apollo Piccadilly 4 -10 March before going on tour in the UK. All venues and screening dates at www.desirethefilm.com

Raindance 2010 Best UK Feature Nom'd Legacy will be opening in cinemas next week (March 11th). We thought this film was bloody great, and you will too. Check out the official website.

Raindance 2009 feature Son of the Sunshine premieres in Canada on Super Channel Sunday, March 6th @ 8PM! Check it out here.

The Business India Forum on Film & Media

India's film industry is growing at an explosive rate, producing not only Bollywood style films but increasingly partnering with Western companies. The Business India Forum on Film & Media will have high profile speakers outline the current situation in this amazing sector and highlight the significant opportunities for both Indian and UK companies.

For more information visit the website. 16th March, 18:00 - 22:00
East India Club, SW1Y 4LH

Mention 'Raindance' when booking and get your ticket for £50+VAT (normal price £125+VAT)
Buy tickets by emailing renu@celebrasian.co.uk or by calling 0870 404 4100 or 07971 088950.

Elsewhere...

99 Minute Film School

Elliot Grove will tour the industry and give you dozens of filmmaking tips in just 99 minutes.
March 8th. Info & Bookings

Boozin' N Schmoozin'

Meet, share and discuss the true art of independent filmmaking.

March 7th. More details

Raindance New York

99 Minute Film School

Elliot Grove will tour the industry and give you dozens of filmmaking tips in just 99 minutes.
March 16th. Info & Bookings

Production Weekend

This course will go through the different production stages required to make a film. Course in French.

March 26/27th. Info & Bookings

Raindance recommends...

Blog of the Week

Check out the hot new blog from Kate over in Raindance Montreal. Great tips on networking, marketing and making the most of your opportunities.

Things We Like

Test your knowledge of objects from famous/classic films in this fun visual quiz.

Thumbs Up

Raindance.tv

Your FREE Weekly Film

One woman's moment of peace in the hustle and bustle of city living takes a turn for the worse when the consequences of a simple "Time Out" kick in.

Check out this and many more on raindance.tv

Go from amateur to pro filmmaker

Steps

Make the big step up. In lots of small steps.

Going from amateur to pro is a matter of discipline, good habits and hard work.

Raindance Founder Elliot looks at his professional life and rounds up our best tips on making the move from amateur to filmmaker pro.

FilmCrowd

The London Raindance Festival Team
Suzanne Ballantyne
Christian Bell
James Burbidge
Frederica Byron
Julian Chapelle
Laura Clark
Elliot Grove
Raquel Haber
Tanya Mokdad
Rory O'Donnell
Margherita Pellegrino
Dan Polis
Xavier Rashid
Chris Thomas