Freethinkers all some would call them weirdos linklaters characters already display the spontaneous, free. This statistic displays the turnover of the leading independent television production companies in the united kingdom uk in 2018. In the uk, as the world of independent film grows increasingly precarious, more companies are looking to board ip at the earliest stage possible, in order to participate more fully in the success. At the end of 2008, the wall streetgenerated economic collapse blew a deflating hole in the film indie cash cow. We work in all stages of the filmmaking process, from development through distribution, for both documentary and feature films. Just think of all the logos you see at the beginning of any nonstudio film. Major production companies often distribute films from independent production companies. Coffee films independent film production uk features, docs. In 2019 film production in the uk generated a total spend of. Investing in film is an inherently risky game, especially considering that independent. What can fix britains broken independent film sector. The independent feature film took 24 days to shoot in and around london.
The independent filmmaker project fosters the development, production and promotion of thousands of international projects in film, media and beyond. The independent us latest news and features us, uk. This list includes both active and no longer active defunct companies. All four features were directed by awardwinning writerdirectoreditor. In addition there were 1,470 video production companies, 2,205 in post production, 475 in film video distribution and 205 in film exhibition.
From film director jobs with independent production companies to video editing jobs at larger studios. Uk producers survey that reveals stark challenges of indie. The report proposes measures to aid the future success of uk independent film. Established in 2002, warp films is one of the most exciting and respected production companies in the uk today. Directors indy8 long format kidspiration about us news search. Search and apply for the latest entrylevel opportunities in the film industry.
The award winning team has worked in feature film, documentaries, broadcast television and corporate sectors of the industry. According to the film distributors association fda, the overall market share of uk films in the uk in 2016 including all uk qualifying productions was 34. Some small production companies may collaborate on the production by sharing industry skills and financial resources. This figure may be high partly due to special purpose vehicles spvs set up for a single film and kept running for tax purposes. Most had given up their producing fee multiple times to get their films made.
Independent film productions raise money from a variety of sources. Starting your own film company and making movies 5 tips. When budgeting a film crew for a union picture, the rates and work hour limits and thresholds are set by the union and you pay them. Crows nest films is a uk based independent film production company specialising in projects for multimedia and tv. Established as a short film collective playing with camcorders in 1996, coffee films was awarded at mifed as one of europes best emerging independent film production companies in 2004. Top distributors of uk independent films 2018 statista.
An independent film, independent movie, indie film or indie movie is a feature film or short film that is produced outside the major film studio system, in addition to being produced and distributed by independent entertainment companies. In addition there were 1,470 video production companies, 2,205 in postproduction, 475 in filmvideo distribution and 205 in film exhibition. Filmmaker magazine the magazine of independent film. After a bfi study published in late january revealed that spending on u. Initially set for release in the uk in march, the film has been pushed back in an attempt to attract a larger audience. Independent movie production companies are production companies that operate without a studio or distribution contract or budget.
To mark the opening day of cannes, heres an exclusive round up of the uks top 40 film production outfits taken from televisuals may 2012 issue. We release official statistics on the uk film industry throughout the year. Link productions run accredited and nonaccredited courses in all aspects of filmmaking and drama. Maritime films uk independent film production company. Streaming could kill uk independent film industry, experts. The bfi2022 strategy made a commitment to look more deeply at the uk independent film sector as digital innovation is creating seismic change for the industry. Shooting people connects you with thousands of filmmakers, actors, crew, technologists and industry to get films made and seen. Patchwork productions is an independent film production company, set up by producer christine hartland and based in london. Independent films is proud to welcome writerdirector johnny hardstaff to our roster for exclusive uk advertising representation.
We offer a dedicated service to all across the sector, from ports to ship brokers, shipping lines to maritime charities. Home grown hits such as the kings speech and the inbetweeners have delivered awards and huge box office. Bifa, the british independent film awards, highlight and reward the best, most innovative and creative independent filmmaking and filmmakers in the uk. May 04, 2015 the independent feature film took 24 days to shoot in and around london. Bouha kazmis music video for indochines station is up for a whopping awards at this years camerimage, uk music video continue jul 2018 bouha kazmi releases brand new smasher of a film station. Mfuk is a specialist independent film production company for the marine and maritime industries. The film production sector in the uk continues to flourish according to independent figures published by the bfi earlier this year. Marvel has halted production on new film shangchi while. He has produced over 700 hundred short films and five feature films. Cbs made a brief move into film production in the late 1960s and cbs theatrical films in 1979 founded as cinema center films cedar grove productions united states. Wigwam films a uk based independent film and tv company. This is a list of film production and distribution companies. We try our best that supported film projects find the their audiance. Megan ellison is in a unique position in the world of independent film production.
To make it easier for the users of indietalk to get in contact with the right people. Felix mater society independent film production, promotion. Workshop all link productions workshops are tailormade to suit our clients needs whatever the level of experience or ability. Independent films are sometimes distinguishable by their content and style and the way in which the filmmakers personal artistic vision is realized. Coffee films independent film production uk features, docs and. Finding the right producer or any producer for that matter for your film can often mean the difference between seeing it blossom or wither away into obscurity. Home about sales production festivals news contact screening. Founded in 2003 independent is a fully integrated content creation and distribution company specialising in film and television. Independent film production promotion we believe that every artist deserves to be recognized.
Independent feature production is struggling variety. This years cannes lions awards saw some great wins for our independent and indy8 directors. In the meantime producer and documentary filmmaker, leon flamholc, is currently launching his book afghanistan unpublished, which documents his journey through the war torn country with the mujahedeen, during the soviet occupation in 1986. I been thinking about making a list of production companies that accepts unsolicited scripts, synopses, etc. Sundial pictures is an independent film production and distribution company. Sep 06, 2018 independent movie production companies are production companies that operate without a studio or distribution contract or budget. They say that the financing model of the past 20 years is broken and that making oscarwinning films. And most films are collaborations between multiple such companies. Distributors of uk independent films in the united kingdom and republic of ireland in 2018, ranked by number of releases graph. Streaming could kill uk independent film industry, experts say. In 2012, there were 5,190 film production companies in the uk. Screen surveys the independent ukbased production companies actively engaged in originating, developing and producing feature films. Feb 19, 2020 after a bfi study published in late january revealed that spending on u.
We use as well our growing contacts to film industry and festivals and try to place films on. A prototype for kevin smiths clerks, the film that launched richard linklaters career is a simple look at a group of twentysomethings up to not much, really, one summer day in austin. How to start an independent movie production company. Independent films are sometimes distinguishable by their content and style and the way in which the. The result was a low output of indies in 2009, although what films were made were made. Coffee films independent film production uk features. The main thing to remember when dealing with investors is to be up front with them regarding the production. Elliot is the founder of raindance film festival 1993 and the british independent film awards 1998. The british film industry is currently enjoying the best of times and the worst of times. In this area have mainly worked as production designer. The uks top 40 film production companies televisual. Since 2008, our independent film production company, 8180 films, has produced four independent feature films, including a post wwii drama, christina, a comedy documentary, the coexist comedy tour, a neonoir suspense thriller, the girl on the train, and a performance documentary beyond glory starring stephen lang. Kent independent film the home of british independent.
Film production jobs uk freelance video collective. Mar 18, 2020 the uk release of controversial second world war drama the painted bird has been delayed. We create low budget, high production short and feature narrative films and television programmesseries of varied genres. Independent film production companies are very nearly directorspecific or even filmspecific. Enlightenment productions creates, produces and distributes entertaining independent feature films, television content and books of integrity and individuality. After a lifetime love of film and film making i have decided to venture into film production. I reckon if we shared our knowledge on which production companies accepts material, we. However, work hours are still governed by state and federal labor laws. After producing award winning short films christine produced her first feature film in 2008, the political thriller wmd by david holroyd represented by independent film company.
Commissioners, writers and directors work with warp because we know how to support creative people and deliver visionary films and television dramas. Philippe andre has directed a powerful and emotional film for age uk just another continue. Figures compiled by ipsos mori for the national readership survey show more than 50 per cent of the uk population were middle class at the turn of the millennium. Ikea to reopen 19 stores in uk next month business news. Maritime films uk mfuk is a specialist independent film production company for the marine and maritime industries. We use social media channels to promote film projects that we support. Top indie producers shaking up hollywood new york film. Welcome to the british independent film production company coffee films established as a short film collective playing with camcorders in 1996, coffee films was awarded at mifed as one of europes best emerging independent film production companies in 2004.
Streaming could kill uk independent film industry, experts say film. Jul 07, 2019 the uk is facing the loss of its independent movie business, leading film makers have said. The unforgiving climate for independent filmmakers was last. A production company may specialize in producing their inhouse films or own subsidiary development companies. Obscene, frenzied, painful, the movie sees the titular hero go on the run after stomping. On the other hand, horror film paranormal activity 2007 is arguably the most successful independent film of all time considering the production cost to box office ratio. A slate of feature films are at various stages of development. As part of the bfi film academy network, white lantern film inspires young talented film makers in their pursuit of a career in the uk film industry. Pixar reveals first gay main character in moving short film, out. Since it started, warp films has worked hard to earn its place as one of the most exciting and respected uk production companies. We have recently been busy researching and developing new films and projects, both fiction and documentary. Our environmental documentary last of the scottish wildcats catalysed a decade of conservation efforts, which unfolded as we traced 30 years of postpunk.
I am currently working on independent film production as well as my own projects. Independent production companies media the guardian. As for the uk s major public funders bbc films, film4, the bfi they remain the bedrock of uk independent film production. Patchwork productions, an independent film production company. A distinguished player herself, producer and president of gamechanger films mynette louie has not only compiled and shared a list of over 100 independent producers that have track records of getting behind successful indie films, but. Browse the latest film productions jobs in london and across the uk. The uk is facing the loss of its independent movie business, leading filmmakers have said. Established in 2010 kent independent film is an independent film and television production company based in kent in the united kingdom. Patchwork productions is an independent film production company, set up by producer christine hartland. The largest costs were art department they had to build a chip shop in an empty shop. List of production companies accepting unsolicited material. Their latest feature, despite the falling snow, is based on cofounder shamim sarifs acclaimed novel and. Independent film production 7a pindock mews w9 2py uk tel.
The daughter of a billionaire, ellison has been able to approach film financing with an indie heart but with none of the constraint, and its a killer combination that. We also support our local film community with events including breel movie meetups and the short sounds film festival celebrating cinematic sound and music. Crows nest films award winning uk independent television. British independent film production company coffee films features, music video, documentary, short and wildlife filmmaking currently based in leeds, uk. Enlightenment productions enlightenment productions is. Independent production companies can secure funding from private investors but usually they are funded by arts agencies, such as the british film council or the british film institute. Jun 08, 2016 the main thing to remember when dealing with investors is to be up front with them regarding the production. The independent us latest news and features us, uk and. Every week we publish box office figures for the top 15 films released in the uk, all other british releases and newly. Abalonian films an independent film production company. The british film industry is seeking new opportunities for growth following the success of inward investment as a result of the film tax credit introduced in 2007.
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