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Me going mad 😵‍💫

Psycho (1960) dir. Alfred Hitchcock

What would Ryan Reynolds do?

As technology advances, so do our roles as filmmakers. Like Ryan Reynolds, we are increasingly responsible for more than traditional directing, writing, acting or producing obligations, especially as PR and marketing professionals get involved much earlier in the creative and production processes.

Check out our new short course Digital Marketing and PR for Filmmakers.

📍Mon 4 Nov, 19:00-21:00, in person or online.

Book now:

Intro to Digital Landscapes: What Would Ryan Reynolds Do? Explore market trends, niche audiences, and technological advancements to craft a compelling digital presence for your film

In the flickering light of the silver screen, we’ve witnessed countless tales of love, loss, and the complex journey of divorce, but how closely do these cinematic portrayals mirror the raw reality?

This article examines how filmmakers navigate this delicate terrain.

Divorce on Screen: The Raw Reality vs. Cinematic Fantasy The most impactful divorce films strike a balance between cinematic artistry and authentic representation.

Can you scare in 60 seconds?🩸

Celebrate Halloween this October with our ScreamDance Horror Film Competition! Submit your original and creative 60 sec films that make us wanna scream – thrillers, horrors, and everything in between.

🎞️Tag us and use by 30 Oct 2024 to be in with a chance of winning a Raindance Pro Membership and two Festival Passes.

For more info: https://raindance.org/screamdance-horror-short-film-competition/

24 years of 📷

Christopher Nolan’s psychological thriller made it’s UK premiere at the 8th .

Unlock the full potential of your camera!

Master the techniques of photography and videography with this course which covers both theory and practical. The fundamentals taught on this course will allow you to unleash your creativity.

📍Sat 2 Nov, 10am-5pm, in person at Raindance.

*Raindance Members save 30%.

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Unlock the Full Potential of Your Camera Understanding your camera is one of the important fundamentals of filmmaking. Unlock the full potential of your camera in this one day masterclass.

Filmmaking is an exciting industry, but unfortunately, it often requires long hours, physical endurance, and mental focus. Even if you’re spending hours on a project you’re passionate about, you can still be subject to burnout.

Let’s examine what leads to burnout in filmmaking and how to avoid it.

Staying Energized in Filmmaking: Avoiding Burnout as a Hobbyist Staying energetic as a hobbyist filmmaker requires planning to avoid burnout. Make adequate time in your day for all your responsibilities and self-care.

Boozin N Schmoozin is back on Monday!

Join us for our monthly networking event for filmmakers and film lovers. In this industry, it's not just about what you know, but who.

📍Mon, 14 Oct from 630pm at Tiger Tiger, Haymarket.

Free for Raindance Members or £5 for everyone else.

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Boozin' N Schmoozin' Networking for Independent Filmmakers Raindance's Boozin' & Schmoozin' is our in person networking for filmmakers. Find your next collaborators or just chat movies.

You don't need an expensive camera to be a filmmaker!

All you need is creativity and something that records. Hands-on Smartphone Filmmaking explores the film studio in your pocket.

📍Sat 19 Oct, 10am-5pm, in person at Raindance HQ.

Hands-on Smartphone Filmmaking Hands-on Smartphone Filmmaking explores the film studio in your pocket. Learn how to maximise your smartphone filmmaking.

The setting of a horror film is not merely a backdrop but a character in its own right. It is essential in amplifying the fear factor and enriching the narrative. Just as horror in the real world is present all around us, movie horror can take place in any setting.

Here's an in depth analysis of setting in horror films:

The Role of Setting in Horror Films: An In-depth Analysis The setting in horror films is everything from isolated cabins and haunted houses to urban environments. Each becomes a character.

A new documentary about the British Royal Family's interest in UFOs and the paranormal is now available on streaming.

Watch THE KING OF UFOS on Amazon Prime Video, Tubi, Apple and GAIA.

https://www.mirror.co.uk/tv/tv-news/king-charles-flew-prototype-ufo-33859061

King Charles flew 'prototype UFO' A new documentary features claims King Charles flew a "prototype UFO" while he was serving with the armed forces in the 1970s.

Think before you shoot!

There are a set of distribution basics every documentary filmmaker should know before starting their journey. In this course, we'll teach you how to get out, get seen and get an audience.

📍Mon 14 Oct, 7-9PM, online via zoom.

The Documentary Distribution Toolkit: How to get out, get seen, and get an audience Rachel Gordon will provide a broad overview of distribution basics every documentary filmmaker should know before starting their journey.

“How can you have a hard life and still be funny?”

A documentary about Palestinians by Palestinians, follows five Palestinian stand-up comedians who write and tour a stand-up comedy show exploring the unlikely, often dark humour that surrounds the complexity of Palestinian identity 🇵🇸❤️

What starts as a blending of comic traditions to encourage honest and open reflections through the shared enjoyment of laughter becomes an existential imperative to share common humanity.

Some of the most infliuencer content creators and gatekeepers are participating in the Story Machine Summit Nov 18/19 London. Then question is? Will you be assed enough to attend and learn how you can benefit form this new wold? https://raindance.org/courses/the-story-machine-summit/

Horror title cards 🩸

Horror is a genre that has captivated audiences for generations, tapping into our deepest fears and darkest sense of curiosity. At the heart of every horror film are several core elements that are carefully crafted to evoke suspense, dread, and terror.

Find out the 7 elements that every horror film should have: https://raindance.org/courses/7-essentials-of-horror-e-book/

All eBook are free for members and £5 for everyone else.

This weekend, learn to write and sell the hot script.

This class will show you how to hone your idea and plan your story BEFORE you actually write it. From the basics of screenwriting to the business of it, you'll learn how to write what sells, and how to sell what you write.

12 & 13 Oct, in person or online.

Book now:

Write and Sell the Hot Script Write and Sell the Hot Script means Elliot Grove will lead you through the baffling array of story structure and genre theories. His story strategy works.

One of our favourite films from 1999 - Six String Samurai - remember this track?
And still hard to beat
Chris Blackwell ring a bell?
Palm Pictures?

https://youtu.be/dwUJUuefjoE?si=JP4sffzjIqIBCnZy

Guess the film 🏡

For more films to watch this , check out the link below.

https://www.blackhistorymonth.org.uk/section/film/

Have you seen the collection of eBooks at Raindance? They are free to our members. Just a fiver to you. Browse and enjoy:

Home The home of independent film. Raindance has been operating since 1992, with short courses, a film festival and higher education.

It's important for your production company to stand out. Whether you’re a small production house or a growing enterprise, it’s important to differentiate yourself in a saturated market.

Here's how you can capture attention & build a lasting reputation:

How To Make Your Film Production Business Stand Out Here are some strategies that can help your film production business capture attention and build a lasting reputation.

Introducing the Story Machine Summit in collaboration with the .

This isn’t just another summit—it’s your gateway to revolutionising storytelling for a new era.

Over two packed days, explore new tech, push creative boundaries and redefine the art of storytelling.

Join us from 18–19 Nov 2024 as we engage with the latest innovations in AI, XR, and interactive media, while delving into the ethical questions that come with them.

🎟️ Tickets are available for individual days or both days. Book your early bird tickets now.

Violence in films serves various purposes, from enhancing drama to commenting on or satirizing real-world issues. Its evolution from the early days of cinema to the present reflects broader changes in technology, audience tastes, and cultural contexts.

Find out the various ways to portray violence in this exclusive e-book.

Only £5 or free for members.

The Portrayal of Violence in Cinema - E-Book Violence in films serves various purposes, from enhancing drama to commenting on or satirizing real-world issues.