
Industry insight
No money? No problem! mobile filmmaking
In the realm of filmmaking, the advent of mobile technology has revolutionized the way stories are told and visual narratives are crafted.
Futurism - writing beyond worlds
Speaking to some of our clients (Mike Keaby // The Problem With Time Travel, Heather McQ // A Positive Contribution, Francis Tamburin // IRIS, and Ian Sweeney // Time Tourists) sci-fi scriptwriters are societies modern revolutionaries preparing their audiences with what the future entails. But how do we make it entertaining?
Reflecting on the principles of perspective with Nani Sahra Walker
Nurturing the documentarians of tomorrow, filmmaker and LA Times Short Docs curator Nani Sahra Walker shares her wisdom and experiences.
Connected, Naturally
You’ve got fresh business cards and you’re ready to mix it up with some filmmakers - where do you go?
Female-identifying filmmaker focus: Mahdie Toosi
A day dedicated to representing half of the population is a challenging task. One could see International Woman’s day as an opportunity to praise society’s journey with women’s rights and for others a day to highlight the many issues that still occur.
From the dynamic city of Berlin, a postcard from British Shorts 🇩🇪🇬🇧
Based in Berlin, Germany. British Shorts Lichtspielklub Kurzfilmfestival has run for 16 years and is a celebration of British short film productions screening in this vibrant, larger than life city. The delightful Aaron shares his experience and the best way to get the most out of British Shorts Film Festival.
Delicious Green Producing
Climate change has turned us into tribes, with feelings ranging from “it’s about time!” to “this is a nuisance!” but can a film production be climate conscious without the bauble-ache?
A spooktacular & grusome tale of horror filmmaking
When someone utters “horror film” a vast mix of emotions evoke us. From immense disdain to utter admiration, it is arguable the most opinionated genre in the filmmaking world.
High flyers and Low budgets
Some of the challenges our clients had to face when making a low-budget film came down to the filmmaking saying TIME = MONEY.
Supporting Ukrainian cinema 🇺🇦
At Festival Formula we strongly believe it is through the art of storytelling we can understand people and bring empathy to those who need it most. Check out festivals who curate programmes in support of Ukrainian filmmakers and cinema.
