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15
Jun

Channel 4 and NFTS Online Masterclass & Training Sessions

15/06/20

Channel 4 and the National Film and Television School will be launching a four-week online training programme for independent producers and the freelance community. This initiative is part of Channel 4’s ongoing commitment […]

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15
Jun

BFI Doc Society Production SOS Fund Webinar

15/06/20

The BFI Doc Society Production SOS Fund has been launched to support British producers whose independently financed documentary feature project has been interrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic, and would therefore benefit from National […]

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09
Jun

Galway Film Fleadh announce the launch of new Festival Network

09/06/20

Galway Film Fleadh have today announced the launch of a new Festival Network. The primary purpose of the network is to formalise a system for sharing information, strategies and culture amongst festivals that will […]

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09
Jun

BFI Future Film Festival 2021 submissions are open

09/06/20

Are you a filmmaker aged 16 to 25? Would you like one of your short films to be considered for inclusion in the 14th BFI Future Film Festival, in February 2021? The BFI […]

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03
Jun

Submissions open for digital edition of Galway Film Fleadh Pitching Competition

03/06/20

This year’s Script Pitching Competition at the Galway Film Fleadh will be a live-streamed event, taking place as part of the online edition of the festival. The Galway Film Fleadh Pitching Competition emphasises […]

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02
Jun

New Talent Strand at Film London Production Finance Market open for applications

02/06/20

Do you have a feature script that is looking to get financed? Are you emerging talent that is looking for training support to ensure you can pitch and present your project to financiers […]

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02
Jun

Into Film and Northern Ireland Screen announce free online workshops for young people

02/06/20

Northern Ireland’s leading film, TV and games professionals will provide free online training sessions to young people looking for a career in the screen industry. Education charity Into Film and Northern Ireland Screen […]

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29
May

Film + TV Charity launch new online mental health community

29/05/20

The Film and TV Charity has launched an online community for workers in film, TV and cinema who are seeking mental health support amid the impact of the Covid-19 crisis. Launching at the […]

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28
May

Ulster-Scots Broadcast Fund Application Call

28/05/20

The Ulster-Scots Broadcast Fund (USBF) is seeking digital content projects. The projects should be aimed at supporting learning about aspects of Ulster-Scots such as language, culture and heritage. These projects will be delivered […]

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27
May

Alt Animation secures European development funding

27/05/20

ALT Animation has secured development funding from Creative Europe for its animated feature film, Lugi – The Brodgar Boy, becoming the only animation company in the UK to secure the single project development […]

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27
May

Strand Arts Centre sharing the magic of movies during life in lockdown

27/05/20

Strand Arts Centre’s weekly Silver Screenings are a chance for cinemagoers to take a trip down movie memory lane by enjoying a classic film. The East Belfast venue teamed up with opticians and […]

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26
May

We Are One: A Global Film Festival announces the first-ever co-curated programming lineup featuring 21 of the most prolific film festivals in the world

26/05/20

Tribeca Enterprises and YouTube announced today the programming slate for We Are One: A Global Film Festival, which will feature over 100 films co-curated by 21 prolific festivals, hailing from 35 countries, in […]

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22
May

Applications open for Film London Production Finance Market

22/05/20

Applications are now open for this year’s Production Finance Market (PFM), which is set to take place from 12 – 13 October. Now in its 14th year, this year’s Market takes place in […]

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22
May

BBC Three, BBC Northern Ireland and Northern Ireland Screen expand youth content development scheme

22/05/20

BBC Three and BBC Northern Ireland are expanding their youth content development scheme with the launch of a new brief for independent production companies based in Northern Ireland. The partnership with Northern Ireland […]

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19
May

Rise up! – A life in words & music featuring ROE

19/05/20

At a time when people are dreaming of escape, running wild and doing what they really want to do, Rise Up: A Life in Words & Music, is just what is needed. This inspirational […]

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18
May

Marketplace at Galway Film Fair moves online

18/05/20

Applications are now being accepted for the virtual Marketplace at the 2020 Galway Film Fair, taking place during the 32nd Galway Film Fleadh. In light of the current Government restrictions on large gathering, the Galway Film Fair will take […]

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15
May

A documentary about Ike White follows the musical prodigy’s life journey this Monday on BBC Four

15/05/20

The Changin’ Times of Ike White follows the journey of a musical prodigy and the mythical album he made whilst serving life for murder at the age of 18. The film will air […]

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14
May

New competition encourages young filmmakers to explore wonders of nature by Into Film

14/05/20

Northern Ireland’s young people are being encouraged to channel their inner Sir David Attenborough by making a movie about the wonders of nature. Film Education Charity Into Film launched ‘Nature in Your Neighbourhood’, a […]

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13
May

Inertial Drift to be physically released in August

13/05/20

Inertial Drift will be released on PS4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC in both digital and physical format on Friday 7th August. The game by Level 91 Entertainment and PQube was made in […]

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13
May

BFI launches ‘See Yourself on Screen Challenge’, calling on 4-18 year olds to make their own mini-TV show whilst in lockdown

13/05/20

The BFI today launches the See Yourself on Screen Challenge, calling on young people aged 4-18 from across the UK to create their own idea for a mini-TV show they can film at […]

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12
May

Free online workshops with Northern Ireland Screen

12/05/20

Northern Ireland Screen will be running several online workshops. The workshops will cover filmmaking, animation and directing. The sessions will take place on the following dates: Factual filmmaking, 20th May, 3pm Short film […]

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07
May

Waddell ‘Dana’ documentary airing on BBC NI, RTE and BBC 4

07/05/20

50 years ago, an 18 year old schoolgirl left the Bogside in Derry and headed off to Amsterdam to represent Ireland in the 15th Eurovision Song Contest. What happened that night was to […]

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07
May

Cinemagic calling on young writers & illustrators to enter PROJECTIONS FROM ISOLATION initiative

07/05/20

In these unpredictable times of self-isolation, containment and vital stay at home perspective; Cinemagic want to create a positive and genuine project that celebrates ideas of community, togetherness and a shared love of […]

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04
May

BBC Arts & Northern Ireland Screen Two Minute Masterpiece is now open for applications

04/05/20

Two Minute Masterpiece, in partnership with BBC Arts and Northern Ireland Screen, will give up to six emerging animators based in Northern Ireland the opportunity to create their own amazing two minute film. These commissioned […]

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04
May

Bounce Back Loan Scheme

04/05/20

The government has announced further details on “The Bounce Back Loan scheme” to help small and medium sized businesses. Key points are as follows: The Bounce Back Loan scheme helps small and medium-sized […]

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