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MetMail February 2007
Hello Future Filmmakers!
Now that the dreary month of January is over, it is time to be roused by the sunny skies of February and embark on a fresh new filmmaking adventure! This month, our ever-enlightening MetMail brings you exclusive news of the latest festivals, courses and opportunities in the film industry. So, what are you waiting for, read on and be inspired…
1.METROPOLITAN FILM SCHOOL OPEN DAYS: ONE-YEAR PRACTICAL FILMMAKING AND TWO-YEAR INTENSIVE DEGREE IN FILMMAKING
2.***BRAND-NEW*** ONE-YEAR ACTING FOR FILM COURSE LAUNCHED THIS WEEK
3.HD TRAINING COURSE AT EALING STUDIOS AND CHANCE TO WIN AVID SOFTWARE
4.1ST INTERNATIONAL DOCUMENTARY FILM FESTIVAL: CALL FOR ENTRIES
5.SCREENINGS AND FESTIVALS: INCLUDING ICA, NFT AND BIRDS EYE VIEW
6.UGLY DUCKLING FILMS: CALL FOR SHORT FILM SUBMISSIONS
7.'THE MISSING' BOOK TRAILER COMPETITION – WIN A SCREENING IN LEICESTER SQUARE
1. METROPOLITAN FILM SCHOOL OPEN DAYS
ONE-YEAR PRACTICAL FILMMAKING
On Tuesday 20th February the Metropolitan Film School is holding an open evening for all those interested on the One-Year Practical Filmmaking course starting on 23 April 2007. The open evening will run from 7 - 9pm and will comprise of a series of presentations about the course followed by screenings of student films made on the One-Year Practical Filmmaking course last year. On hand to answer any questions throughout the evening will be Enrolments Director Rif Mahmood, Marketing Director Jonathan Peake and School Director Jonny Persey. The open evening will take place in Stage One at Ealing Studios.
Please note, our open days fill up very quickly, so if so if you are interested and would like to attend, please email becky@metfilm.co.uk to book your place. There are a maximum of two places available per student.
Date: Tuesday 20th February
Time: 7 - 9pm
Location: Stage One, Ealing Studios, London, W5 5EP
TWO-YEAR INTENSIVE DEGREE IN FILMMAKING On Saturday 10 March the Metropolitan Film School is holding an open day for anyone interested in learning more about our brand new two-year intensive degree in filmmaking. The open day will run from 11am until 1pm and will comprise of a series of presentations about the BA followed by screenings of student films and a tour of the school and our facilities at Ealing Studios. On hand to answer any questions throughout the day will be Enrolments Director Rif Mahmood, Marketing Director Jonathan Peake and School Director Jonny Persey. The open day will take place in Stage One at Ealing Studios.
Please note, our open days fill up very quickly, so if so if you are interested and would like to attend, please email becky@metfilm.co.uk to book your place. There are a maximum of two places available per student.
Date: Saturday 10 March
Time: 11am – 1pm
Location: Stage One, Ealing Studios, London, W5 5EP
2. ***BRAND-NEW*** ONE-YEAR ACTING FOR FILM COURSE LAUNCHED THIS WEEK!
Despite the fact that television and film work is a crucial part of an actors' livelihood, most drama schools still do not teach the vital skills necessary for the actor to feel confident on a set such that they can give their best. This brand new One-Year Acting For Film course from the Met redresses this imbalance.
This course is for all those who are interested in film acting. It is taught by professional film directors, actors and a variety of specialist drama coaches. Use will be made of our film facilities at Ealing Studios including our sound stage and an extensive range of film equipment including professional cameras and edit suites.
If you like the sound of this course and would like to book a one-to-one consultation with our Enrolments Director, please call 0845 658 4400.
3. HD TRAINING COURSE AT EALING STUDIOS AND CHANCE TO WIN AVID SOFTWARE
Living Spirit presents…
Filmmakers Guide to HD in Post-Production Seminar…and chance to win Avid Xpress 5.7 for Mac and PC, worth £1,200!
Living Spirit presents this seminar on HD in association with Ealing Studios and Avid.
The event will be held at Ealing Film Studios, Stage 5, on Tuesday the 13th of Feb.
Tickets cost just £10 and this includes a free glass of wine, beer, coke, tea or coffee.
Kick off will be at 7.30 sharp, but get there early for a good seat and extra networking.
Book early as this event is bound to sell out due to the Avid raffle!
4. 1ST INTERNATIONAL DOCUMENTARY FILM FESTIVAL: CALL FOR ENTRIES
EMOTION PICTURES
Documentary and Disability
1st International Festival – Athens 2007
The Greek Film Centre is launching an annual International Documentary Festival in Athens with documentary films focusing exclusively on issues of disability and are looking for filmmakers to enter with a short documentary film tackling issues of disability.
The Jury will award 5 prizes, each of which carries a cash award of 20,000 euros, which will be equally shared by producer and director.
Interested filmmakers are requested to submit the entry form, which is available on request from info@metfilmschool.co.uk or on the website of the festival. For full entry details and a copy of the entry form please email info@metfilmschool.co.uk or telephone 020 8280 9116.
5. SCREENINGS AND FESTIVALS:
5a. BIRDS EYE VIEW FILM FESTIVAL MARCH 2007 Birds Eye View Film Festival 8-14th March 2007 NFT, ICA, Barbican
"Cutting edge, urgent, now." Bonnie Greer "Amazing" Juliet Stevenson
Birds Eye View (BEV) film festival presents six days of inspiration and celebration, showcasing the very best work from women filmmakers.
In its third year, BEV presents its 2007 programme of innovative and original events including international feature films, shorts, documentaries, master classes, 'bring a baby' screenings and director Q&As. BEV aims to push the boundaries with innovative multimedia ideas including live music and silent films and exploration of the intersection between fine art and film.
5b. OUT OF THE SHADOWS – 50 CINEMATIC MASTERPIECES Part One: 1–28 February NFT, Southbank, London
Carefully chosen by NFT programmer Geoff Andrew and a number of his colleagues at the BFI, this selection of 50 films aims to move away from the usual list of tried and tested poll-leaders and provide a more up-to-date and open-minded assessment of film history to date. The season aims to challenge and critique the unquestioning canonical nature of many 'all-time-best' lists, whilst introducing filmgoers to many masterpieces, artists, styles and areas of filmmaking they may not already be familiar with.
To find out more about February screenings, please see the NFT website.
5c. MUTUAL APPRECIATION AND FUNNY HAHA
Acclaimed NYC Director Andrew Bujalski is releasing his two latest films in the UK in March; Funny Ha Ha and Mutual Appreciation. The Met Film School will be exclusively releasing dates for screenings of these magnificent films in the near future.
5d. EVERYMAN CINEMA CLUB
Hampstead's Everyman Cinema Club is launching a regular programme of talks and screenings entitled 'Screen Salon' that focuses on influential directors, actors and studios throughout the history of film. This new initiative creates an opportunity to learn about the impact of film and the way it is consumed as well as appreciate notable works in a welcoming and comfortable setting, hosted by writer Ian Haydn-Smith
Tickets £12 – to reserve your space and for more info, call 0870 066 4777
6. UGLY DUCKLING FILMS: ACCEPTING SUBMISSIONS FOR SHORT FILMS
Ugly Duckling Films is currently accepting submissions for staggeringly-good short films for a forthcoming project. This is a superb opportunity for a first-time writer/ producer to have their work developed with a well-known producer/director.
We are looking for a primarily character driven dramatic script: no horror, sci-fi, thriller, wannabe Tarantino or generic comedy. Unless you are a comic genius a la Woody Allen (Woody Allen circa 1977-1994) Please send all entries to Jennifer@uglyducklingfilms.com
7. 'THE MISSING' BOOK TRAILER COMPETITION – WIN A SCREENING IN LEICESTER SQUARE!
This summer, Penguin Books is publishing The Missing, a gripping thriller about a terrifying killer and the games he plays with the CSI agent trying to capture him. To launch this new title, Penguin is running a fantastic competition for all budding filmmakers. All you need to do is create a gripping 30-40 second trailer of suspense and terror, which leaves the audience desperate to know more about The Missing. The winning trailer will be shown this summer at Odeon Leicester Square for one week!
For more information on the book and full terms and conditions of the competition email themissing@penguin.co.uk
For a copy of the book, please email becky@metfilm.co.uk
Well, hopefully that will be enough to keep you going for the time being, but keep checking our website throughout the month for up-to-the minute news and information on filmmaking opportunities and events.
We will be back next month to fill your inboxes with more exciting filmmaking news, but in the meantime, keep filmmaking!
The Metropolitan Film School
