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cinema : features Film Courses and Resources in London I love talking about films. But that doesn’t mean I could go out there and make one*. There are, however, plenty of talented Londoners just waiting for the opportunity to become the next big thing. If you fancy yourself as a bit of an auteur, there are lots of resources in London that can help you towards your first break. You could go down the official route of full time study at one of London’s fine academic institutions for example. In addition to the numerous film theory courses you could apply for, there are also opportunities for practical study of film. London Metropolitan University offers a full time MA in filmmaking for instance, as does Birkbeck. There are also dedicated film schools operating in London. The Metropolitan Film School has a range of full and part time courses in practical filmmaking, including a one year diploma in digital filmmaking (www.metfilmschool.co.uk). And the National Film and Television school, based in Beaconsfield, also offer full time and short courses and training (www.nftsfilm-tv.ac.uk). The London Film Academy (www.londonfilmacademy.com), a not-for-profit trust, and The London Film School (www.lfs.org.uk) also offer opportunities for full time study, as does The London College of Communication (www.lcp.linst.ac.uk). Short courses in all aspects of filmmaking are also available. Check out the Advancement of Film Education Charitable Trust (AFECT), an independent film school providing training for those who have neither the time nor the money to attend full time (www.afect.org.uk). The Documentary Filmmakers Group offer training and advice for those with a specific desire to work in documentary (www.dfglondon.com). The London Academy of Film, Radio and TV (www.media-courses.com) and Lux (www.lux.org.uk) also provide practical short courses in film production. For further information on filmmaking courses in London, and indeed short courses in film theory, have a look at: www.floodlight.co.uk for a comprehensive list. However, if you don’t want to waste time talking about cinema, and would rather just get on with it, there are plenty of ways to access the right advice and resources. For practical hands on experience and training, the best place to start is probably Raindance (www.raindance.co.uk) who offer a variety of short courses in writing, editing, directing and producing, and the website is a fantastic resource for any budding indie filmmaker. Finally, if you’re ahead of the game and have already produced your masterpiece, there are some great opportunities to show off. Short film and video nights, such as Shortwave @ 93 Feet East (www.shortwavefilms.co.uk), Shoot and Slice (www.shootandslice.com), and Future Shorts (www.futureshorts.co.uk) are always looking for submissions, and upcoming events are listed here on londonlostandfound. So come and have a go if you think you’re hard enough. AD *Although if I did, it would be the best northern, social realist drama about the heady world of semi-professional snooker you’ve ever seen. |
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