What we’re about
Calling all independent filmmakers and film lovers! Raindance's Boozin' & Schmoozin' is a monthly meetup for those who make films and love films - whether it's your career or your hobby; whether you're thinking about making your first or you've made 20; whether you're a director, writer, producer, actor, cinematographer, production designer, composer, film blogger, gaffer, best boy, first AD, runner, editor, Netflix addict, camera person or student - you're welcome at Raindance! Come along to find your next collaborators, volunteer your services for some set time, get tips and advice, or just to chat film with other passionate film buffs.
Upcoming events
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Raindance Film Training Open Day
Raindance Film Centre, 10 Craven Street, London, GBThe Raindance Open Day is your opportunity to experience a real taste of our world-renowned evening & weekend film training courses, classes and workshops.
Attending our Open Day will allow you to learn more about the different filmmaking disciplines and crafts through sample lectures and workshops delivered by experienced film professionals over the day. Attendees will leave with an introductory knowledge of the many filmmaking disciplines taught by Raindance.
We have designed the day for you to explore what we have to offer and immerse yourself within our film training school for the day. Try out as many of the taster sessions as you like, and end the day at our networking drinks where you can talk to tutors and other attendees over a free drink.
The day will include a range of taster sessions including directing, screenwriting and producing, along with sessions on breaking into the film industry.
This event will take place at the Raindance Film Training Centre. Here you will find all the information you will need about stepping into the world of filmmaking, no matter your level and experience.
This event is free for Raindance Members. If you are an active Raindance Member and would like to attend the Taster Day, please email courses@raindance.co.uk.
What do I need to bring?
Just yourself and something to make notes on, if you wish.
And a drink and your business information for the networking afterwards.
### The schedule for Saturday 29th March 2025 was:
11:00: Smartphone Filmmaking
Creating your first film from scratch?
No money, but lots of ideas?
For all those with a passion to learn how to make a quality film with the limited resources they’ve got.
With Raindance tutor Ufuk Gokkaya
Ufuk is one of our HND course tutors and will be teaching Hands On Smartphone Filmmaking on Saturday 19th October and Hands On Film Editing on Saturday and Sunday 28th / 29th September
12:00: Fast Track your Project
Bring your filmmaking project and get solid practical advice, including one-to-one mentorship, on how to turn your dream into a reality.
With top filmmaking guru, Col Spector
For those with less time and not a lot of money Col also teaches Making a Successful Micro Budget Feature Film
Stop dreaming about making your first movie and get it done
### 13:00: Lunch
14:00: Practical Filmmaking for regular filmmakers in the real world
Get professional help with your interview technique, camera operation, lighting and editing skills.
With veteran documentary filmmaker, Tom Webb
Tom teaches the Documentary Filmmaking Foundation Certificate, Filming Interviews: Hands On Theory and Exercises and Unlock the Full Potential of Your Camera
15:00: Fund Your Film
Create the paperwork and marketing assets to get your film funded and sold.
With Raindance Founder, Elliot Grove
The Film Producers' Foundation Certificate starts on Tuesday 10th September.
Elliot also teaches Lo-to-No Budget Filmmaking and, for screenwriters, Write and Sell the Hot Script and the Screenwriters' Foundation Certificate
16:00: Networking Drinks
Raindance offers monthly Online and In-Person networking events.
Filmmaking is all about networking, come and have a drink on us.
17:00: Close
1 attendee - £25.00
99 Minute Film School: Introductory Filmmaking Class
Raindance Film Centre, 10 Craven Street, London, GBDescription
Why come to 99 Minute Film School
About 99 Minute Film School
Of course, we can’t teach you everything there is to know about filmmaking in 99 minutes, but you’d be surprised how much you can learn about making films and the film industry in just a single evening. The 99 minute film school will run through the core essentials you will need to make a film and create a plan to launch your career, with dozens of tangible tips on everything from sourcing your film crew, marketing your film and finding work on film sets.
What will it cover?
By the end of the class, you have an introductory understanding of:
Finding a viable script
Sourcing cast and crew
Shooting tips
Getting your film seen
Social media basics for filmmakers
The career ladder
Distribution and exhibition
Money and how to get paid
Who is it for?
99 Minute Film School is suitable for people new to filmmaking, as well as those with some knowledge and experience looking to gain a better understanding of working in the film industry.
About the tutor
Elliot Grove is the founder of Raindance Film Festival and the British Independent Film Awards. He has produced over hundreds of short films and also five feature films, including the multi-award-winning The Living and the Dead in 2006. He teaches screenwriting and producing in the UK, Europe, Asia and America. Elliot has written three books which have become industry standards: Raindance Writers’ Lab: Write + Sell the Hot Screenplay, now in its second edition (Focal Press 2008), Raindance Producers’ Lab: Lo-To-No Budget Filmmaking (Focal Press 2013) and 130 Projects to Get You Into Filmmaking (Barrons 2009). In 2009 he was awarded a PhD for services to film education. Elliot also teaches the Screenwriters’ Foundation Certificate, Lo-To-No Budget Filmmaking and Write and Sell the HOT Script classes at Raindance.
What they’re saying
@RobSladden
Loved the #99minutefilmschool today @Raindance really insightful and inspiring! #filmmaker #raindance #film #director
- Robert Sladden
@altonletto
Interesting insights @Raindance last night. A great crash course in how the film industry works! #99minutefilmschool
- Alton Letto
@sweet_est_pea
@elliot_grove Elliot thank you for an an exciting and enlightening 99 minute film school just now. It was really excellent
- kayvan
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