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We've been working on something exciting! More deets inside... 👇 People say that weekends are a reminder that the sole purpose of life is to enjoy it. This may sound cliched but it really is quite true. It's why we've been grinding through every Sunday for the past year to do the things that we really, really love to do! MAKE FILMS! #SundayActorsMeetup has today evolved into 21 GRAMS COLLECTIVE's in-house content lab. At #SAM, we're always: 👉 Innovating on new & interesting ways to make films 👉 Conducting workshops with aspiring talents to help them become the next big name in cinema 👉 Developing original content - short films, web series, digital ads, and more At SAM, we've flipped the script on traditional filmmaking. Our formula for accelerated content creation is to get a bunch of talented actors together, collaborate on a unique script and film it in the fastest, most cost effective way possible. So far, we've shot and published multiple short films and episodes for webseries. (More info about that in the 📌 pinned comment) Our work has been screened across multiple film festivals, nominated and won multiple awards and loved thousands of times by everyone watching. What started as a meetup on the 7th of May, 2023 has now turned into a full-blown content creation engine. Over the course of the next few days we'll be sharing more about what we've been creating. Do stick around for that! And if you're a marketer, a creator, an aspiring actor, shoot us a DM and let's work together on making the next big thing in cinema. EPIC FILMS, ZERO FRILLS - That's what we're all about! #Film #Content #Filmmaking #Actor #Marketing #BrandFilms

🎬 Calling All Filmmakers! 🎬 Are you ready to take your storytelling to the next level? Whether you're an indie filmmaker or a seasoned director, the world of cinema is constantly evolving, and there's always something new to learn and explore. Here are a few tips to keep your creative juices flowing and your projects on the cutting edge: 1. Embrace New Technologies: From virtual reality to AI-driven editing software, the latest tech can give you an edge in creating immersive experiences. Stay curious and experiment with these tools to enhance your storytelling. 2. Network and Collaborate: Film is a collaborative art form. Connect with other filmmakers, writers, and industry professionals. Attend film festivals, join online communities, and don't be afraid to reach out for collaboration opportunities. 3. Tell Diverse Stories: The world is rich with untold stories. Aim to bring unique perspectives and voices to the forefront. This not only enriches the film landscape but also broadens your audience. 4. Keep Learning: The best filmmakers are perpetual students of their craft. Watch a wide variety of films, study different genres, and keep honing your skills. Online courses and workshops can be great resources. 5. Stay Resilient: The journey of a filmmaker is filled with ups and downs. Rejection and setbacks are part of the process. Stay passionate, keep pushing forward, and remember why you started this journey. Let's continue to push the boundaries of what's possible in film. Share your latest projects, insights, and tips in the comments below. Let's inspire each other to create the next masterpiece! #Filmmaking #Cinema #Storytelling #FilmIndustry #CreativeCommunity #FilmmakersUnite #Silverbirdfilmdistribution #mohinsights

CPH:CONFERENCE CURATORS ANNOUNCED 👇 We’re excited to announce the brand new Annual Summit at this year’s CPH:CONFERENCE presented in partnership with Documentary Campus and to introduce this year’s curators! The Annual Summit (March 24) is a new initiative kicking off the CPH:DOX Industry Week. It will bring together politicians, policymakers, and industry representatives to discuss the future of the audiovisual industry, its role in shaping public discourse, and the impact of documentaries on society. This year’s Summit is curated by Mark Edwards, former commissioning editor at ARTE France and Netflix executive, now an independent producer and media consultant. Following the Summit, the CPH:CONFERENCE (March 25-28) will feature Thom Powers, host of the podcasts Pure Non-fiction and Documentary of the Week, who will host a series of in-depth interviews with prominent filmmakers from the CPH:DOX 2025 program. The afternoon sessions will be curated by Mandy Chang, Creative Director of Undeniable Productions, focusing on urgent topics in non-fiction. Additionally, Mark Atkin, Head of Studies at CPH:DOX and director of Crossover Labs, will curate sessions on interactive and immersive documentary formats. The Conference will conclude with the return of the Climate Story Lab Nordic on March 28, focusing on strategies for inspiring action on climate change. Read more about the CPH:CONFERENCE programme and the curators below and stay tuned for the full program announcement! https://lnkd.in/gxNRkTi

The Social Impact Media Awards (SIMA) is accepting entries Deadline 10 October 2024 Filmmakers and activists can submit videos that inspire activism, compassion and social transformation. The Social Impact Media Awards (SIMA) is accepting entries for its international documentary and educational media competition and showcase, funded by documentary companies and human rights organizations. The categories are feature documentaries, short documentaries, impact videos (innovations and creative impact), XR/interactive and production companies. Feature documentaries must be a minimum of 40 minutes, shorts less than 40 minutes, XR/interactive less than 20 minutes in length and impact videos 2 to 20 minutes long. Films must have been completed between October 2023 and September 2024. Non-English language documentaries and impact videos must be subtitled in English. Winners in each category will receive cash prizes, media features and distribution opportunities. The late deadline is Oct. 10. The entry fee starts at US$20. https://lnkd.in/gXs9uj_Y

Unleash Your Creativity: Discover the Ultimate High-Concept Film Idea Generator! 🌟 *The High-Concept Film Idea Generator: A Creative's Best Friend* - **Definition and Purpose**: The High-Concept Film Idea Generator is a dynamic web tool designed to inspire filmmakers, screenwriters, and creative thinkers. By inputting key information about desired themes, genres, and audience, it delivers fresh, tailor-made film concepts. - **Using the Tool Effectively**: Navigate to the generator's webpage, fill out the form with your central theme, preferred genre(s), target audience, and budget range. Hit 'Generate Film Ideas,' and voila, you're presented with a list of potential blockbusters! - **Practical Applications**: - A screenwriter looking for their next big script. - Film students practicing pitching ideas. - Marketing teams brainstorming for promotional campaigns. - **Solutions for User Needs**: The tool addresses a common creative block, offering a stream of ideas when you're stuck and ensuring your next project resonates with your intended audience. Its focus on genre, audience, and budget helps tailor ideas to fit production constraints. 🔗 Ready to channel your inner Spielberg? Visit the High-Concept Film Idea Generator [here](https://lnkd.in/dkXSKmBP) to start creating. Share your favorite web tools below or discuss how tools like this have shaped your creative projects. Questions about getting the most out of web tools? Drop them in the comments and let's get chatting! #FilmMaking #ScreenwritingTools #CreativeWriting #IdeaGenerator #DigitalInnovation

Unlocking the True Potential of Your Film: An Insider's Guide with Issa Rae Navigating the world of filmmaking can be daunting, but with the right strategies, your project can flourish. First off, your film’s summary should be sharp and engaging. It needs to succinctly convey the unique elements of your story while hooking your audience. Remember, this is your selling point. Here’s my breakdown of the essentials: 1. Identify your core message: What’s at the heart of your story? Make sure your summary clearly reflects this central theme. 2. Keep it concise: You’ve got limited space and attention span to work with. Distill your story down to its most compelling elements. 3. Highlight unique angles: What sets your film apart? Be sure your summary showcases these novelty aspects. 4. Target your audience: Know who you’re speaking to. Tailor your summary to resonate with that demographic, using language and reference points they will connect with. Now, applying this insight takes action. Here's what you can do next: - Draft multiple versions: l Write different summaries, each emphasizing various elements of your film. Test these out on small focus groups or peers for feedback. - Research successful films in your genre: Analyze how they craft their summaries and learn from them. - Refine constantly: Based on feedback, continue refining your summary. Less is often more; keep tweaking until every word earns its place. Emerging filmmakers, your narrative deserves to be heard and seen. Leverage these tips to articulate your film’s essence compellingly. Ready to take your film’s presentation to the next level? Dive deep, implement these steps, and watch as your project gains the traction it deserves. Let's create magic!

What Did I Just Stream... For some of us, watching a film is a serious experience. We don’t just watch—we immerse ourselves. And that’s why every film we create matters. A good film doesn’t happen by accident; it needs a good story, strong performances, solid technical work, and above all, a thoughtful way of telling the story. Storytelling requires depth—authentic dialogues, well-researched plots, scenes that carry weight. It’s not enough to have clear sound and good visuals; a beautiful frame means nothing without a story that sticks. Sadly, storytelling is still a weakness, a vulnerable point for many of our local productions. And to be blunt—yes, I'm offended. Offended that we’re still producing films that audiences forget as soon as they step out of the cinema. Offended that we’re falling into this habit of “self-pampering”—producers have script, actors have a script, D.O.Ps have a script, set designers have a script, even a set runner and boom operator have a script, each rushing to make a film and missing the point entirely. What a shame! If the end result is weak storytelling, what’s the point? Films are supposed to last, to resonate. So, let's give writers a real chance. Talented writers are out there—they’re filling library shelves, writing with hope, waiting for a chance to bring meaningful stories to life. It’s time we lean on their craft and let storytelling take center stage, for the sake of the industry and the audiences we’re here to serve. ________________ Follow: Elias L. Mulenga Zambian Film/Arts Blogger, Film/Content Reviewer Creative Script Writer and Film Director, Film Distributor, Marketer and Advertisor _____ Follow for more updates and insights on the vibrant Zambian film scene. 🎬✨

How I transformed from a fan to a filmmaker. In high school I used to be just a fan of cinema… …obsessively following the work of different Directors, Writers, Actors. Counting the days till their newest work would come out. And then I started studying it, obsessively in film school… reading anything I could get my hands on, watching everything my cinematic heros made, analyzing the craft and the impact. My film school was small and they got an avid non linear editing system but the town is also small so no one knew how to use it. Myself and other students took it upon ourselves to figure it out and within a fee years I was actually hired to teach editing on it to new students. So meanwhile I started making films and winning awards and I really became a filmmaker. I was hired to make documentaries. Hired to write scripts for independent producers and hired to Direct and Produce hundreds of videos for national and international brands…to help them sell and increase revenue. Today I continue to do all of the above at Koier Creative—>www.robkoier.com I see video as a very effective tool to solve problems. Be it my own creative work or commercial work for hire…what is the emotional core of the story, what are the themes that resonate with the particular audience and how best can the language of cinema be used to tell this story. If this resonates then comment THEME below and let’s work together to find the best way to use the language of cinema to accomplish your goals. What’s something you once desired to learn to do and now have become? #videoproduction #cinema #digitalmarketing #filmfan #thelanguageofcinema

Here's my 2024 LinkedIn Rewind, by Coauthor.studio: 2024: The year Hollywood dreams met Flemish reality, and independent filmmaking proved it's not just about making movies, but changing how we tell stories. 😎🎬 Between launching our fourth Hollywood Bootcamp and wrapping "Sound of the Somme," this year wasn't just about creating content - it was about challenging the entire media ecosystem. Er ontbreekt een visie dat externe content verwelkomt en samenwerkingen met onafhankelijke makers stimuleert! (Translation: There's a missing vision that welcomes external content and stimulates collaborations with independent creators) Three moments that defined our journey: 1. Hollywood Bootcamp 2025: Transforming film education one Los Angeles adventure at a time "Catching a plane to L.A. & returning 16 days later with your own short movie? During our 4th (!) edition of Hollywood Bootcamp 25, this crazy dream becomes the real deal." https://lnkd.in/ei5pbNxq 2. Sound of the Somme: Proving international storytelling transcends borders "We officially wrapped up shooting the international short film SOUND OF THE SOMME" https://lnkd.in/e4nmBzKq 3. Flemish Media Critique: Because someone needs to say it "Er ontbreekt een visie dat externe content verwelkomt en samenwerkingen met onafhankelijke makers stimuleert" https://lnkd.in/eNZqnsKq Highlights? We're not just counting trophies: • Another Hollywood Bootcamp that turned student dreams into reality • Completed "Sound of the Somme" - a testament to independent international collaboration • Advanced post-production on anthology features that challenge traditional storytelling • Got nominated for an Ultimas award (still waiting on that celebration drink!) 2025 is already looking like a transmedia storytelling revolution. We're developing three international fiction features, a VR series that'll make "HannaH & co" look like a warm-up, and continuing to push boundaries in how we create and consume content. The future of filmmaking isn't just about cameras and scripts - it's about breaking down barriers between creators, audiences, and storytelling formats. Who's ready to join this wild ride? Slide into my DMs if you want to collaborate, challenge the status quo, or just chat about the future of media. #IndieFilm #Filmmaking #MediaEducation #TransmediaStorytelling #LinkedInRewind #Coauthor #2024wrapped -- Get your 2024 LinkedIn Rewind! Go to coauthor.studio

The Social Impact Media Awards (SIMA) is accepting entries Deadline 10 October 2024 Filmmakers and activists can submit videos that inspire activism, compassion and social transformation. The Social Impact Media Awards (SIMA) is accepting entries for its international documentary and educational media competition and showcase, funded by documentary companies and human rights organizations. The categories are feature documentaries, short documentaries, impact videos (innovations and creative impact), XR/interactive and production companies. Feature documentaries must be a minimum of 40 minutes, shorts less than 40 minutes, XR/interactive less than 20 minutes in length and impact videos 2 to 20 minutes long. Films must have been completed between October 2023 and September 2024. Non-English language documentaries and impact videos must be subtitled in English. Winners in each category will receive cash prizes, media features and distribution opportunities. The early deadline is Sept. 16. The regular deadline is Sept. 26. The late deadline is Oct. 10. The entry fee starts at US$20. https://lnkd.in/gXs9uj_Y