Useful Resources
Things to download:
'Writing For Short Film' (pdf) - excellent document from the BBC Writers Room (link to site below)
'Glossary Of Film Terms' (pdf) - brief but useful if you want to impress by knowing what the Best Boy really does
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Film Terms | A more detailed list of film terms - find out what the Best Boy does with the Gaffer when the Grip's at Lunch, amongst other things! | Website |
Celtx Script Prog | Great software for formatting your scripts into proper screenplay layout, separating direction from dialogue so you can read through easily | Website |
FutureShorts | The world's largest short film network, run by former Manx resident Fabien Wriggal | Website |
BBC Writers Room | Excellent online resource for writers | Website |
Raindance Film | Excellent tips for writers, directors, producers, and great interviews/reviews etc | Website |
Withoutabox | 'The world's largest independent film community' One stop shop for submitting your film to festivals | Website |
Script Chat | Invaluable twitter based resource for writers - an online community where you can network, chat, share & glean from some of the world's best | Website |
Shooting People | International networking organisation dedicated to support and promotion of indie film | Website |
PRS for music | Music licensing website (UK) - any music you use on your films must have the proper licensing; these guys handle it for you, quickly & simply | Website |
Guerilla Film Makers Handbooks | Invaluable resource for filmmaking on a budget | Website |
Chris Jones/Living Spirit Films | Oscar shortlisted writer/director Chris is co-author of above handbooks, also holds workshops, teaches film & runs the London Screenwriter's Festival | Website |
IMDB | Internet Movie Database - THE place to find out about film | Website |
Vimeo | Great place to host your videos - quality content by indie & professional filmmakers alike | Website |
Babelgum | Thousands of fabulous indie films/videos/animations to inspire you | Website |
Radar Music | 'The home of independent music video' | Website |
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