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Casting call | musical comedy short needs acting talent
A short musical comedy is a rare beast, and this one from a winning team has a casting call for a number of roles. Check it out
No Man’s Girl | Ethan Menear tackles taboos
Cornwall filmmaker Ethan Menear talks about his short film No Man’s Girl which was inspired by nights out and creates an unnerving atmosphere
Mor Media | new name reflects far-reaching film passion
Cornwall Film Festival is more than a film festival – and it’s getting a new name to reflect how much it does. Mor Media Charity
Big Screen In The Park | Get to the cinema outside this summer
Big Screen In The Park returns to Exeter with wonderful films set in a splendid summer setter of Northerhay Gardens in the city
Brett Harvey on Hand, Parkinson’s and filmmaking
With his short film Hand, director Brett Harvey passed a personal and prfessoinal milestone in being a filmmaker with Parkinson’s
Short stylish doc captures last launch from Penzance dry dock
The Gry Maritha was the last launch from Penzance dry dock. It has been captured in a mesmerising short documentary by Christopher Trevena
Mal Bielecka | Student animates rappers’ music videos
Mal Bielecka, an Animation & Games student at Plymouth College of Art, has been animating RONEN and Dying in Designer music videos
English Riviera Film Festival | 7th edition of South Coast fest
The English Riviera Film Festival is open for its 7th edition of promoting and supporting film and filmmakers of the South West and beyond
Clifftop drive-in cinema experience returns to Cornwall
The clifftop drive-in cinema in Cornwall is open again in 2021, with the Wavelength organisers promising more flicks and more film fun
What if YOU spoke? | Masterclass production brief
What if YOU spoke? is a new programme of writing competitions and masterclasses and is looking for a filmmaker to film some masterclasses
Key workers: the Real Heroes | Jack Turner documentary
Jack Turner captured the key worker response to the pandemic in his latest documentary Key Workers: the Real Heroes. Here’s what inspired him
Cinema Heritage Project | Exeter Phoenix gets National Lottery
Cinema Heritage Project exploring the changing relationship of the city’s cinema-going culture from the Exeter Phoenix has won support
Mass Observation | A snapshot of life with Cornwall Film Fest
The Mass Observation event is an opportunity to capture the everyday lives, and Cornwall Film Festival is calling on people to join in
Call for films | Cine Sisters SW ‘OPEN’ event
Cine Sisters SW ‘OPEN’ event, taking place at the Exeter Phoenix on May 26, has called for submissions along its ‘open’ theme
Plymouth students win at Royal Television Society Awards 2021
Plymouth College of Art students Yergalem Carimini and Sonny Layton have picked up prizes at Royal Television Society Awards 2021
Amma Asante at Exeter’s online Creative Dialogues Event
Filmmaker Amma Asante will be in conversation with Linda Williams, Professor of Film at the University of Exeter for their Creative Dialogues
Angelic Diamonds Launches ‘Wedflix’: The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Themed Wedding
Planning a TV or Film Themed Wedding? Take a look at the newly launched Webflix for an ultimate guide for your unique day
Homebuying: Is There Really a Financially Best Time to Buy?
When you’re thinking about buying a home, consider the best time to buy. Here are a few tips and advice for what to do
Plymouth Arts Cinema open plans + Open Air Cinema
Plymouth Arts Cinema has announced its plans to reopen on Friday 4 June, following months of closure due to the Covid-19 pandemic, along with dates for its Open Air Cinema.
Charlie Higson wins Boris Karloff 60-Second Film Challenge
Author and comedian Charlie Higson wins Plymouth College of Art’s Boris Karloff 60-Second Film Challenge with flick The Hero of Horror
Working with actors | event for new and emerging filmmakers
A free online Zoom event will look at Working with actors for new and emerging directors. Check out the panel and join for free
Marvel’s Phase 4 is About to Start: What to Expect From The Black Widow Movie
Marvel’s Phase 4 promised much, and a lot of that lifting power falls on the slender, strong shoulders of Black Widow – will she deliver?
Roman | thriller evokes dark underbelly of city and characters
Made by student filmmakers during a summer of lockdown Roman, is a dark, chic revenge thriller with a rich backstory, images and score
Ours to Protect | doc follows volunteer lifeguards in St Ives
Ours to Protect is a doc following volunteer lifeguards in St Ives during the first lockdown. Producer Morgan Cartlidge describes the making
Tregellick Rising | gritty revenge in Cornish language short
Tregellick Rising is a short to be shot in the Cornish language and telling a story of redemptin and revenge. Director Guy Potter has more
Cowboys | Anna Kerrigan’s Western is layered with empathy
Anna Kerrigan’s Cowboys takes the traditional genre and embues it with strong performances and inspiring, eye-opening empthay
Two Short Nights film fest from the comfort of your own home
Two Short Nights will be broadcasting straight to the comfort of your home as the talent-filled fest takes to the virtual airwaves from Exeter
Strange Storms and Symphonies | George Lloyd documentary
The life of Cornish composer George Lloyd is delved into in the documentary Strange Storms and Symphonies by Redcliffe films
Screening the Child | Spain and South America film fest
Explore Spanish and South American history and culture in new virtual film festival called Screening the Child
£6000 for local filmmakers and artists from Exeter Phoenix
The Exeter Phoenix is offering £6000 for local filmmakers and artists to turn their ideas into a reality withe a film bursary and support
Agatha Christie’s favourite cinema gets Historic England grant
Agatha Christie’s favourite cinema, the historically significant Paignton Picture House, has received a grant from Historic England
Scapelands | the intricate ability of choreography to explore
Scapelands is a dance film from Le Moon that evokes the need for the freedom of the natual environment. Here’s our review
Savannah Roberts / Lemon & Honey is heady, sweet and sharp
Savannah Roberts is an indie-folk musician and filmmaker whose debut visual album Lemon & Honey explores nostalgia, childhood, and growing up
Plymouth Arts Cinema | £47k in DCMS Culture Recovery Fund
Plymouth Arts Cinema receives over £47k support from the DCMS Culture Recovery Fund in avital boost for the city’s independent cinema
Culture Recovery Fund – cinemas funded in the South West
Films been hit hard by the Covid. Here’s a list of cinemas in the South West benefiting from the Culture Recovery Fund
£1000 for South West Documentary Short Film Commission
£1000 up for grabs for filmmakers to turn their documentary ideas into a reality with the 2021 South West Documentary Short Film Commission
Epic Films with a Casino Theme
The Casino setting with all its twists and turns and dark corners has seen a variety of epic films. Here’s a list of some to check into
WFH Hollywood Edition: How COVID-19 Has Affected the Film Industry
New and changing rules to a people-filled industry, here’s a look at how COVID-19 has affected the film industry
Emma Grazette: exploring other perspectives
Emma Grazette is an explorer of stories and perspectives, who thinks film can instigate powerful change in the world. We caught up with her
Kickstart a career in film / new BFI-funded course
Kickstart a career in film with the Get Inside Movies BFI-subsidised course from South West-based White Lantern Film for 16-19-year old
Make a film in two days | Exeter’s 48 Hour Film Challenge
Exeter’s 48 Hour Film Challenge has created some fun, fab films. Registration for the 2021 comp is now open and it’s free. Here are the deets