Specific spin offs we are currently working with are:
FILM APPRECIATION
You need to understand the art of film making in order to make better films or just appreciate the experience more. These courses are a free online spin off from our work, supported by our vast book and photographic resources.
Film as Art Film Noir Film Technology Live Life Through Films
INDEPENDENT CINE
A unique living collection of new films by local film makers for FREE viewing within the Arts Department (third floor) of Birmingham Central Library, this living archive of creative film is a first in the UK.
The public can view films on site for free and if copies are wanted for whatever purpose they get in touch direct with the film maker. There are no copies for loan.
All films are donated by film makers for this purpose. We comply with the normal
classification rules and laws of the land regards films we show, otherwise we apply no
Censorship and are happy to accept any film genre or type for viewing.
If you wish to make a donation thenphone 0121 303 4538 or contact us by
email, or just drop in and see us and we will be happy to talk to you.
KNOW HOW
We gather the knowledge we gain and provide free access to it via the web. The templates are complete legal documents that anyone can use.
Film Rights Fact Sheets Legal Templates
LOCAL SHORTS
Local Shorts Film Club is a unique film club, showcasing short films from Birmingham and across the West-Midlands, both by established professionals and by up and coming newcomers, covering all genres from drama, animation, comedy and documentary to pop videos, artists' video and experimental films.
In its first year of existence, Local Shorts Film Club ran monthly and put more than 120 local short films on the big screen at the Library Theatre (Central Library Birmingham), giving the filmmakers a unique opportunity to show their films in a non-competitive, supportive setting.
As well as viewing excellent, witty and amazing short films, the audiences also enjoyed the informal Q & A sessions with filmmakers, actors and other crew/cast as well as insightful talks by guest speakers
The evenings are (loosely) themed, are free of charge and take place every three months at the Library Theatre in Central Birmingham. Bar opens at 6pm. Films and Q&A from 7pm. This is the only cinema in the region where you are allowed to take drinks inside. The series of events regularly attracts other creatives such as writers, artists, and composers helping to establish new links across the creative landscape.
The themes and dates for Local Shorts 2007/08 are: Wed 11th July 2007 Drama and Comedy Wed 10th October 2007 Hell-o'ween Special Wed 9th January 2008 Art and Politics Wed 8th April 2008 Super Eclectic Mix Night
Free EventDrinks & Networking from 6 pmFilm screenings & Q & A from 7pmEvents finish at approx. 9:30pm
Selection Criteria:
Films to be sent in for submission must be on VHS or DVD and be 15 minutes or less.
Priority will be given to previously unscreened work. Test screenings and offline viewings welcome. On-going submission (no deadline). Send your shorts in as soon as possible!!
The contributor asserts that they have all rights associated with the showing of the film, and that all necessary copyright clearances have been obtained.
If your film is selected: more information may be required e.g. regarding third-party copyrights, etc. viewing copies will not be returned but will be kept in the festival archive with a view to include them in the newly created Birmingham Film Archive
If not selected:
Copies will be returned, if entry is accompanied by SAE (stamp not required).
Location of Library Theatre:
The Library Theatre is not accessed by the main doors of the Library but has a separate entrance of its own. From Chamberlain Square walk towards the Conservatoire and the Adrian Boult Hall from where the Library Theatre is signposted.
Film - Title:
Year of Production: Length: Format (of viewing copy):
Please mark the genre(s) that best apply to your film: o Drama
o Documentary
o Commercial
o Community
o Experimental
o Art / Installation Video
o Animation
o Other: (Please specify)
Please summarize your film in no more than 30 words (synopsis):
Briefly explain why you made this film: (how did it come about? /did you have a low or high budget?/was it commissioned or an independant project?/did you work with a special interest group?)
Has the film been screened before? Yes No
If so where?
At the event, would you be prepared to discuss your film with an audience? Yes No
Do you have a contract with a distribution company for this film? Yes No
Production company or individual name you want used for screening:
Name: Contact Name:
Role:
Address:
Website:
Phone: E-mail:________________
Do you have any other comments?
Signature of the producer or owner of the copyright
Name date__________________
Please return this form together with your film copy to: Local Shorts Film Club
It's About Time Productions, 59 Brandwood Park Road, Kings Heath, Birmingham B14 6QY
More info on: localshorts@blueyonder.co.uk or on (0121) 244 5369
