Let’s be clear: you won’t learn everything about filmmaking in a single day—but you can learn everything you need to start. That’s what the Raindance Saturday Film School and the legendary 99-Minute Film School are all about. You walk in with a dream, and walk out with a roadmap, a plan, and—if we’re doing it […]
In today’s dynamic media landscape, independent filmmakers stand as the true mavericks of storytelling. These passionate creators don’t just make movies; they craft narratives that challenge conventions, break boundaries, and often accomplish the impossible with limited resources. Since 1992, the passionate team at Raindance has witnessed firsthand how independent filmmaking has evolved from a fringe […]
Thought about sad girl cinema today. Billie Eilish and Olivia Rodrigo are two of the breakout music stars who happen to be female and very young. They appeal, according to the Financial Times, as “Sad Girls Music”. In other words, the lyrics and accompanying social media are closely linked to anxiety and depression. And yes […]
Way back in 1996 I had a career-defining moment. I was host to the filmmaking legend, Roger Corman. He directed some 60 features and produced 800 others. When I asked him the secret to his success, he said that he always starts with the movie title and tagline. The more I work at Raindance, the […]
Before you start your journey into film it is wise to have a few career transition strategies. Have no fear, it can be inspiring and daunting at the same time to step into a filmmaking from another previous career. I sort of fell into my life at Raindance when the career paths I was on […]
Writing sex scenes responsibly in movies involves a delicate recipe. The skilful writer blends artistic vision, sensitivity to the subject matter, and adherence to ethical standards. Here’s a detailed approach to writing sex scenes responsibly: Purpose and Context: Ensure that the scene serves a clear purpose within the story. It should contribute to character development […]
Roger Corman is widely credited with influencing the independent film movement, including organisations like Raindance Film Festival. Although Corman himself wasn’t directly involved in founding Raindance, his impact on independent filmmaking set the stage for its ethos and many other similar initiatives. Let me explain the Roger Corman connection. Raindance Film Festival, launched in London […]
It always happens to me in one of two situations: on a shoot at the end of a tortuously long day, Or, on a day like today. We’re in the frantic run up to the film festival when the entire team is multitasking their tits off. And the pressure starts to tell when wear and […]
Independent filmmakers often turn to crowdfunding platforms to gather financial support for their projects, whether short or full-length films. Many crowdfunded films screen at festivals like Raindance. Crowdfunding your film means your need to carefully consider some important points. Once you have decided to take the plunge and crowdfund, here are crucial best practices to […]
As a parent myself, I can sympathise with one’s child announcing that they want to be a filmmaker. Why would the child you have invested so much time, energy and money be interested in a career where success is nebulous? Film school might not be the most direct path to the professions. Each of the professional […]
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