Brixton Film

[pseudopsycho]

Hi, as some of you may know I am working on a friend's short film, a comedy based loosely on her experiences of living in Brixton. She has asked me to postr this advert (cleared by editor) and if anubody wants to get involved or knows someone who might be able to help us please PM me to discuss.

“We are seeking private investors/sponsors: are there individual people/ or small businesses in Brixton/Lambeth or neighbouring areas, that you know who may have money looking to invest into a creative local project. Anybdy who wants to get involved in this short film, to look at our script/ story/ project/production and invest some money into it is welcome, and in return they will get 'Executive Producer' credit on the film.

The aim of this film is to premier it at the Brixton Ritzy cinema, then to enter it into international film festivals, general distribution and we hope to get it on channel 4, thus putting local Brixton filmmakers and this local Brixton story on an international platform.

We are also seeking a producer, a production manager and additional crew. Thank you for your time.”

[IntoStella]

Was this the one that was location-shooting outside the KFC yesterday, in which Anna Key was supposed to be playing a crackhead (:D ) but, being a Hollywood superstar, failed to get out of bed? ;)

[Brixton Hatter]

I think this is the same film my flatmate is working on. What about getting local busineses to sponsor the film?

[pseudopsycho]

IS and BH yes, and yes. In an effort to avoid any SW9 type disaster we thought it would be a good idea to ask local people to get involved and for advice as to who to approach in the area. I'm guessing the the Messrs Merrett wouldn't be top of the list.......

[IntoStella]

IS and BH yes, and yes. Oooh, small world! :D Helps if they actually bother to turn up for the shoot, though, I would imagine. That's the trouble with using real down-and-outs like Anna Key!

He insists he only said he ''might'' make it. :rolleyes:

[pseudopsycho]

Lol. Anyway I couldn't make the photography as the flu I've been battling since last wednesday has regrouped and launched an attack on my tonsils!

[Brixton Hatter]

In an effort to avoid any SW9 type disaster..........
I thought SW9 was alright. Yes, it tried very hard to be cool and was fucking surreal - but at least they made an effort. I enjoyed most of it. Although referring to the "Does the Media steroetype Brixton" thread, the film could be said to have had a negative influence on people's perceptions.

As for that funny doorman in the hat in the film... ;)

[hatboy]

In an effort to avoid any SW9 type disaster we thought it would be a good idea to ask local people to get involved and for advice as to who to approach in the area.

Which is exactly what the makers of SW9 did. I have the greatest respect for R*** (if it is she who is behind this film) but you, D, are very new to this area. What makes you think you'll get it any better than SW9? And what's your budget? SW9 wasn't a disaster, but yes it wasn't great either. I'd expect this low-budget whatever it is to end up similar. Good luck. :)

[rennie]

funny you mention SW9, we watched it last night... n ive got to say that, unfortunately, it sucked IMHO.
great to see some familiar faces, and that doorman was a real treat :rolleyes: ;), but story wise, it was certainly lacking.
forgive me, but my attention span did not last past the first 30 mins... the movie got bored n tedious n i just wanted it to end.
too bad... and yes i did think it presented a rather strereotypical image of Brixton (sort of like, it's cool/special cos its weird, full of rejects, druggies n a big black community :rolleyes: ).
but em good luck pseudo with the project. perhaps a bit less of Brixton =freak show and a spoon fed narrative would be good.

my 2ps worth anyway.

[hatboy]

SW9 was more like a sort of superficial celebration of Brixton rather than anything truly absorbing or real, yes. The drug-den (Raleigh Hall) scenes were more "Changing Rooms" than crack-house. More "Elle Decoration" than desperate addiction.

Anyway, that was then. What is the storyline of this new film then?

[IntoStella]

Which is exactly what the makers of SW9 did. I have the greatest respect for R*** (if it is she who is behind this film) No, she isn't. but you, D, are very new to this area.Miaow! What makes you think you'll get it any better than SW9? And what's your budget? SW9 wasn't a disaster, but yes it wasn't great either. I'd expect this low-budget whatever it is to end up similar. Good luck. :)How about because the people making the film actually live in the area and know and love it well? The SW9 creators may have got local people like you in their film but they obviously didn't have the first clue about Brixton.

And what on earth has money got to do with it? There are many intelligent low-budget films and many moronic piles of garbage that cost hundreds of millions. I think Brixton is an ideal location for an intelligently made low-budget movie.

I find it depressing that some people really seem to have a down on local initiatives such as making films and plays. It was the same with Natasha. She got a really snotty reception.

Personally, I intend to encourage people in such endeavours. I think they're great. So what if they don't have big budgets? That's not the point.

[hatboy]

I agree, best of luck to D. But I can still mention potential problems. :)

[hendo]

And what's your budget?

Hatboy doesn't come cheap. God alone knows what his agent will want for him this time around.

[hatboy]

I'm not interested in being in it. I just hope it's not crap, films mostly are, often after much hype.

I do come cheap by the way, but I'm not interested in being an actor. :)

[pseudopsycho]

HB believe me I am aware of the various potential problems but I should point out that I am, as IS said, trying to be positive and help someone with their local project, and I have much appreciation for the interest from everyone so far. As to how it will all turn out, well, we will have to wait and see.

[Gramsci]

I have not seen the SW9 film but to be fair they did make some effort.They talked to me about using the building im in.The Coop did not agree(I was for it) because of mess and lack of security for building.The did try to engage local people.Though whether this was reflected in the script im not sure.

I have met Natasha (along with a few other urbanites) and she,as I guessed,is genuine.It will be interesting to see how a play and film represent Brixton at this juncture in its history.

[Bond]

I have met Natasha (along with a few other urbanites) and she,as I guessed,is genuine.It will be interesting to see how a play and film represent Brixton at this juncture in its history.

It will represent that juncture in its history. Especially with the cast we have assembled so far and the idea and experiences we've thrown in together thus far :)