Directing/Moviemaking

[Samedibee]

Hi, im currently 16 and about to start college, to do a Drama National Diploma. I've always had a really strong passion for films and short films, the arty type which i find really give me a buzz if they are good films. I've got ideas for films that i want to do and try to realise my dreams but i dont know how i would go about starting off etc, any good hearted films directors out there looking for a good apprentice? :D, i believe i have a very good eye for film, but i dont know how to expant my talent, sorry if this seems like im bragging or something, im not i just need help, thanks all

[flashpig]

Everyone wants to make films, act, sing, write etc. Everyone does an arts course. There won't be enough fimmaking jobs for everybody with a qualification who thinks they have an artistic eye. In a few years time there will no doubt be a Directing Idol hosted by someone in the Cowell family. Sorry, I've just deleted a massive section of rant, I am getting negative. I am sleepy. Your college and definately university if you go will have some theatre or film making society. You could probably expand there. Try mucking about with a video camera. People who paint don't start out with the sistine chapel.

[D@Z]

try doing college first to get a qualification behind you and then you can look for work maybe through the college or elsewhere

[hal]

Flashpig - pity you didn't delete the whole rant!

[seal!]

Hi Sam, its Sam here. I don't know if this is any help, but I think that BBC talent are looking for "Budding directors" at the moment. This is their website http://www.bbc.co.uk/talent/. See you around!

[seal!]

Sorry, the BBC Talent film-makers scheme has now closed, but I'm sure that they will be starting up a new scheme soon.

[johngammon]

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