BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Sutton FilmMakers - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:Sutton FilmMakers
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://suttonfilm.co.uk
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Sutton FilmMakers
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:UTC
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+0000
TZOFFSETTO:+0000
TZNAME:UTC
DTSTART:20240101T000000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260407T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260407T220000
DTSTAMP:20260413T044735
CREATED:20260128T172619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T084930Z
UID:7139-1775591100-1775599200@suttonfilm.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Basics Of Film Editing
DESCRIPTION:Session led by Peter Leverick \n\n\n\n\n\nIf you’ve ever sat in front of a timeline and thought\, “I know what I want this scene to do\, but it’s not landing”\, this evening is for you. We’re keeping it simple and practical\, a night focused on the basics of film editing and the core decisions that make a sequence feel clear\, natural\, and emotionally right. \n\n\n\nWe’ll work through the three questions that sit underneath almost every edit: \n\n\n\nWhen to cut\n\n\n\nSometimes the cut is obvious. Sometimes it’s a tiny moment you can’t quite describe\, but you can feel it. We’ll explore the cues that tell you it’s time to move on\, pace\, performance\, energy\, eye movement\, and even breathing. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhy to cut\n\n\n\nCuts aren’t just there to shorten things. They shape meaning. They control what the audience notices\, what they miss\, what they expect\, and how they feel. We’ll look at the most common reasons for cutting\, to tighten rhythm\, to hide problems\, to heighten emotion\, to build tension\, to reveal information at exactly the right time. \n\n\n\nWhat to cut to\n\n\n\nThis is where the basics of film editing starts to feel like storytelling rather than assembling shots. We’ll look at how choosing the next shot can change the mood of a scene\, and how different choices can make the same material feel funny\, unsettling\, calm\, or urgent. \n\n\n\nWe’ll also look at how the basics of film editing shift depending on genre\, because genre is basically a set of audience expectations\, and editing is one of the quickest ways to meet those expectations\, or deliberately play against them. We’ll talk through a few common genres and the sort of cutting style they tend to lean on: \n\n\n\n\nComedy\, timing\, reaction shots\, and how a fraction of a second can make a joke work\, or kill it\n\n\n\nHorror\, controlling what the audience sees\, when they see it\, and how cutting can create dread before anything even happens\n\n\n\nDrama\, staying with performance\, letting moments breathe\, and knowing when not to cut\n\n\n\nSuspense\, tightening the rope slowly\, using pace and withholding information to keep the audience leaning forward\n\n\n\n\nPeter Leverick will also focus on one of the most useful skills an editor develops\, knowing whether the cut feels right. Often the editor’s first clue is simply that something feels off. It might be a timing issue\, too early\, too late\, not held long enough\, or it might be something else entirely\, a mismatch in energy\, a performance beat that’s been cut away\, or a moment that needs a different shot to make the scene make sense emotionally. Peter will share ways to spot what’s actually wrong\, so you’re not just nudging clips around at random. \n\n\n\nWe’ll also cover a couple of common cut types that editors use all the time\, including J cuts and L cuts\, and why you might use them. They’re simple techniques\, but they’re surprisingly powerful for smoothing transitions\, pulling the audience into the next moment\, and making scenes feel more natural without the edit drawing attention to itself. \n\n\n\nThis is a hands on learning night in the sense that it’s all about real decision making\, the sort of stuff you can immediately apply to your own projects\, whether you’re editing on a phone\, a laptop\, or a full editing suite. If you’re new to editing\, it’ll give you a foundation. If you’ve edited a bit already\, it’ll help you understand why some sequences work and others don’t\, even when the footage is decent. \n\n\n\nCome along and sharpen up your instincts\, get clearer on the basics of film editing\, and leave with a few practical ideas you can try the very next time you sit down to edit. \n\n\n\n\n\nNon-members welcome for the evening (first two nights free as our guests) Here is how to find us \n\n\n\nDate: Tuesday 7th April 2026Time: 7:45 pm – 10:00 pm
URL:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/event/basics-of-film-editing/
LOCATION:Sutton FilmMakers Club – Parochial Rooms\, 42 The Broadway\, Cheam\, Surrey\, SM3 8BL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/cms/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Peter-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260317T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260317T220000
DTSTAMP:20260413T044735
CREATED:20260128T011413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T183823Z
UID:7114-1773776700-1773784800@suttonfilm.co.uk
SUMMARY:Film In A Night Evening - One Concept\, Told In Multiple Genres
DESCRIPTION:Session led by Adrian Dean\n\n\n\nOne Concept\, Told In Multiple Genres\n\n\n\n\n\nOn 18 March\, Adrian Dean is running a Film In A Night challenge built around a simple idea\, one concept told in multiple genres. We’ll split into teams and be given a basic plot plus a genre to tackle it in.  \n\n\n\nEach group will then discuss and plan quickly before going off to shoot their idea\, aiming to edit in camera so we can screen a finished film to the rest of the club at the end. \n\n\n\nNo pressure\, just a fun\, practical evening of filmmaking with friends\, and a great way to see how much genre comes from choices\, not budget. \n\n\n\nSee our other events here \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFilm In A Night Evening – One Concept\, Told In Multiple Genres\n\n\n\nIn a film in a night challenge the teams that finish strong usually do one thing early\, they commit. Not to perfection\, just to a clear direction. \n\n\n\nStart with three quick agreements: \n\n\n\n\nGenre Promise\, what do you want the audience to feel most\, amused\, tense\, unsettled\, warm\, suspicious\n\n\n\nGenre Signal\, pick one obvious “tell” you can lean on all the way through\, sound\, lighting\, performance style\, pacing\, camera movement\n\n\n\nFinal Beat\, decide what the last moment is meant to land like\, so you’re always shooting towards something\n\n\n\n\nThen keep the rest ruthlessly simple. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime Saving Tips That Actually Work On The Night\n\n\n\nPlanning can drift into a mini writers room if you let it\, so for a film in a night challenge give yourselves a few constraints and stick to them. \n\n\n\n\nLimit locations\n\n\n\nOne location is ideal\, two at most. Moving between places eats time\, and it’s where continuity and sound start falling apart.\n\n\n\nKeep the shot list small\n\n\n\n\nAim for around 6 to 10 shots. If you’re listing 20\, you’re probably trying to cover uncertainty rather than telling the story. One strong wide and a couple of close ups will do a lot of heavy lifting. \n\n\n\nAssign “owners” even if roles overlap\n\n\n\nSomeone watches sound\, someone watches framing\, someone watches continuity. People can double up\, but it helps if each area has a name attached to it. \n\n\n\nRehearse the blocking once\n\n\n\nA quick walk through of where people stand\, where they move\, and where the camera is\, saves more time than repeating takes later. \n\n\n\nIf you get stuck\, go more obvious\n\n\n\nFilm In A Night is not the moment for subtle genre. Make the genre clearer than you think it needs to be\, especially in the first 20 to 30 seconds. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat Editing In Camera Means\n\n\n\nEditing in camera means you’re assembling the film as you shoot\, rather than collecting lots of coverage and building it later. In practical terms\, you film only what you intend to use\, and where possible you shoot shots in the order you want them to appear. \n\n\n\nIt’s a great approach for this kind of challenge because it keeps things moving\, and it stops the evening turning into a long laptop session. \n\n\n\nYou might also want to read how to get it right colour wise in camera \n\n\n\nHow To Get Editing In Camera Right\n\n\n\n\nShoot in sequence where you can\n\n\n\nIf your story beat order is A then B then C\, try to film in that order. It reduces confusion and makes the “assembled” version feel natural.\n\n\n\nGive every shot a clean start and finish\n\n\n\nHit record\, hold for a second\, let the action happen\, hold for a second at the end. Those little handles make it much easier to stitch together quickly.\n\n\n\nCut on actions\, not on words\n\n\n\nPeople turning\, standing\, picking something up\, reacting\, these are natural cut points. Cutting mid line can work\, but only if you’re doing it deliberately.\n\n\n\nFewer takes\, but one safety take\n\n\n\nDo not chase perfection\, but if a take felt messy\, do one more while you’re there. “We’ll fix it later” is how Film In A Night projects die.\n\n\n\n\nPrioritise sound\n\n\n\nClear dialogue makes a film feel finished. Get close enough to the actors\, do a quick listen back before you move on\, and avoid noisy corners if you can. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAt The End Of The Night\n\n\n\nWe’ll bring the films back together and watch them as a group. Same basic plot\, different genres\, different choices\, and a lot of laughs\, plus you’ll probably pick up a few tricks just from seeing how other teams tackled the same starting point.
URL:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/event/film-in-a-night/
LOCATION:Sutton FilmMakers Club – Parochial Rooms\, 42 The Broadway\, Cheam\, Surrey\, SM3 8BL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/cms/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Adrian-Dean-in-action.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260303T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260303T220000
DTSTAMP:20260413T044735
CREATED:20260128T013642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T184140Z
UID:7123-1772567100-1772575200@suttonfilm.co.uk
SUMMARY:Acting And Auditioning Workshop With Sara Jordan
DESCRIPTION:Session led by Sara Jordan \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSara Jordan is running a practical\, hands on acting and auditioning workshop  for anyone who wants to feel more confident in auditions\, and more grounded in their acting choices. \n\n\n\nThis is not a sit back and listen kind of evening. Expect plenty of exercises\, short explorations\, and supportive feedback as you work on what casting people and directors actually respond to\, believable character\, clear choices\, and an actor who feels present rather than “performed”. \n\n\n\nWhat We’ll Explore\n\n\n\nFinding character and authenticity\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou’ll work through simple\, repeatable exercises that help you build a character with truth at the centre\, not just a collection of mannerisms. The aim is to feel connected to what the character wants\, what they fear\, what they’re protecting\, and then let that inner world shape everything else. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nBuilding a character from the ground up\n\n\n\nSara will guide you through how movement and voice naturally grow out of character\, rather than being added on top. You’ll explore posture\, pace\, gesture\, rhythm\, breath\, and vocal tone\, and how small physical choices can make a character feel specific without becoming forced or “put on”. \n\n\n\nUnderstanding your casting type\n\n\n\nThis bit is often surprisingly useful. You’ll look at the kinds of roles you’re most realistically likely to be cast in right now\, and how to lean into that strategically\, without boxing yourself in forever. It’s about knowing where you fit in the casting landscape so you can show up with clearer choices and less second guessing. \n\n\n\nHow auditions really work\n\n\n\nWe’ll cover what directors tend to look for\, what helps you stand out in a good way\, and what quietly undermines an audition even when the acting is solid. You’ll also focus on how to present yourself well in the room\, how to take direction\, and how to keep your nerves from hijacking your performance. \n\n\n\nWho It’s For\n\n\n\nThis workshop is suitable for beginners who want a practical starting point\, and for more experienced actors who want to sharpen their audition technique and make their character choices feel more grounded and intentional. \n\n\n\n\nIf you’ve ever left an audition thinking “I could do it\, but I didn’t show it”\, this evening is basically for you. \n\n\n\n\nNon-members welcome for the evening (first two nights free as our guests) Here is how to find us \n\n\n\nDate: Tuesday 3rd March 2026Time: 7:45 pm – 10:00 pm
URL:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/event/acting-and-auditioning/
LOCATION:Sutton FilmMakers Club – Parochial Rooms\, 42 The Broadway\, Cheam\, Surrey\, SM3 8BL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/cms/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Sara-Jordan-Screen-Acting-Workshop.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260217T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260217T220000
DTSTAMP:20260413T044735
CREATED:20260128T015148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T184031Z
UID:7126-1771357500-1771365600@suttonfilm.co.uk
SUMMARY:Col Spector\, 8 Rules For Shooting A Documentary
DESCRIPTION:Session led by Col Spector \n\n\n\n\n\nWe’re delighted to welcome Col Spector to the club for a talk on something most of us only learn the hard way\, how to shoot a documentary that actually turns into a film\, not just a pile of interesting footage. \n\n\n\nCol has worked across documentary\, commercials and fiction\, and he’s known for being both practical and refreshingly direct. This evening he’ll be sharing his “8 rules” for documentary making\, the kind of rules that stop you drifting\, keep you honest about what you’re trying to say\, and give you a structure you can lean on when the shoot starts throwing surprises at you. \n\n\n\nCol Spector set up documentary consultancy to help documentary filmmakers make emotionally engaging films that get seen and launch their careers. Using the principles/guidelines that he developed throughout his career as a documentary maker at the BBC\, Col has worked with hundreds of early career directors helping them turn their ideas into films that have been commissioned and screened on the BBC\, Netflix and many top tier film festivals. See some testimonials from filmmakers Col has helped and for more about how he can help you at www.thedocumentaryconsultant.com \n\n\n\nThis is not a technical talk about cameras\, lenses\, or kit. It’s about decisions\, focus\, and storytelling. The invisible stuff that makes the difference between a documentary that feels alive\, and one that feels like it never quite gets going. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat You’ll Take Away\n\n\n\n\nA clearer way to start\, so you’re not “finding the film” three months into the edit\n\n\n\nHow to shape a documentary around an idea without strangling the real life out of it\n\n\n\nWhy a documentary needs tension\, development\, and a dramatic arc\, even when it’s truthful\n\n\n\nHow to hold a critical point of view\, without turning your film into a lecture\n\n\n\nA simple framework you can use on your next project\, whether it’s 5 minutes or 50\n\n\n\n\nCol will introduce the rules\, unpack the thinking behind them\, and share examples of how they show up in the real world of shooting and editing. You’ll come away with plenty to try\, and probably a couple of uncomfortable realisations too\, in a good way. \n\n\n\nThere’ll be time for questions at the end\, so if you’ve got a documentary idea you’ve been circling for ages\, or you’ve started one and hit the familiar “do I actually have a film here?” moment\, bring that with you. \n\n\n\nNon-members welcome for the evening (first two nights free as our guests) Here is how to find us \n\n\n\nDate: Tuesday 17 February 2026Time: 7:45 pm – 10:00 pm
URL:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/event/shooting-a-documentary/
LOCATION:Sutton FilmMakers Club – Parochial Rooms\, 42 The Broadway\, Cheam\, Surrey\, SM3 8BL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/cms/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Col-Spector.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Col Spector":MAILTO:colspector@btinternet.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260203T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260203T220000
DTSTAMP:20260413T044735
CREATED:20260128T005535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T011536Z
UID:7110-1770147900-1770156000@suttonfilm.co.uk
SUMMARY:Focusing and Camera Movement Evening
DESCRIPTION:Session led by Tom McDaniel  \n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a practical club night looking at camera movement and focusing techniques\, the sort of stuff that can quietly lift a scene from “fine” to “that feels like a film”. \n\n\n\nEver wanted to pull off an exciting move that has that blockbuster energy\, or tried to block actors only to realise the focus has drifted the moment they take a step? This evening is about getting more confident with the basics that make movement work\, keeping shots usable\, and understanding what’s actually happening when focus goes right\, or wrong. \n\n\n\nWe’ll run through a handful of classic camera moves and explore how to execute them cleanly\, with simple\, repeatable approaches. Alongside that\, we’ll look at practical ways to keep the action in focus while the camera is moving and the performers are moving\, which is usually where things start to unravel. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIt’s a hands on session\, so expect to watch\, try\, adjust\, then try again. The aim is to leave with a better feel for how to plan a move\, how to place people for it\, and how to focus in a way that supports the shot rather than fighting it. \n\n\n\nNon-members welcome for the evening (first two nights free as our guests) Here is how to find us \n\n\n\nDate: Tuesday 3rd February 2026Time: 7:45 pm – 10:00 pm
URL:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/event/focusing-and-camera-movement/
LOCATION:Sutton FilmMakers Club – Parochial Rooms\, 42 The Broadway\, Cheam\, Surrey\, SM3 8BL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/cms/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/scene_recreation_night-768.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260120T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260120T221500
DTSTAMP:20260413T044735
CREATED:20260108T083702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T084152Z
UID:7101-1768938300-1768947300@suttonfilm.co.uk
SUMMARY:January Club Social Meal
DESCRIPTION:Rather than trying to squeeze a Christmas meal into a hectic month\, we’re having a more relaxed club social meal in January\, when it’s usually easier to book and nicer to chat. \n\n\n\nOn Tuesday 20 January we will not be holding our usual meeting. Instead\, we’ll meet at 7:45pm at ECO\, 23 The Broadway\, Cheam\, Sutton SM3 8BH (just opposite the club). \n\n\n\nI’ve booked a table for 20 people to start with\, and the restaurant can expand the booking if we have more members who want to join. \n\n\n\nClub members will receive a £5 subsidy towards their meal (members only). \n\n\n\nIf you’d like to come along\, please reply to the club email by end of day 13 January so we can confirm numbers with the restaurant. \n\n\n\nEco Menu
URL:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/event/january-club-social-meal/
LOCATION:ECO\, 23 The Broadway\, Cheam\, Sutton SM3 8BH\, 23 The Broadway\, Sutton\, SM3 8BH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/cms/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/LOTC.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260106T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260106T221500
DTSTAMP:20260413T044735
CREATED:20251028T234703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T235247Z
UID:6999-1767728700-1767737700@suttonfilm.co.uk
SUMMARY:Sutton Filmmakers Spooktacular - Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Session led by Owain Dain\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLets Dive Back In\n\n\n\nTonight\, we’re diving back into the world of horror for a follow-up\, and trust me\, it’s not just about jump scares. \n\n\n\nHorror is full of surprises: genre-bending stories with symbolism and hidden themes\, monsters that represent real fears\, and subtle tricks that make you question what’s real. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Horror Rules Change\n\n\n\nIt’s clever. It’s creative. And it’s constantly evolving. \n\n\n\nOver the course of the evening\, we’ll travel through the decades\, from the raw rebellion of the ’70s\, to the blood-soaked excess of the ’80s\, the self-aware ’90s\, and the chilling influence of Japanese horror and “torture porn” in the 2000s. \n\n\n\nWith each era\, the rules change: who survives\, who falls\, and what we’re really afraid of. \n\n\n\nWe’ll also explore why horror works so well in short films\, and why those ideas don’t always translate to feature-length films. \n\n\n\nShort horror thrives on the event itself: the shock\, the tension\, the atmosphere\, while features often focus on the people experiencing the event. \n\n\n\nWe’ll also look at how horror shares a lot in common with comedy: it’s all about the build-up\, the suspense\, and the punchline\, or in horror’s case\, the reveal that makes your heart skip a beat. By the end of the night\, you’ll understand not just why horror works\, but how to craft it yourselves. \n\n\n\n\n\nGuests welcome. First two sessions free for visitors.
URL:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/event/sutton-filmmakers-spooktacular-part-2/
LOCATION:Sutton FilmMakers Club – Parochial Rooms\, 42 The Broadway\, Cheam\, Surrey\, SM3 8BL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/cms/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/LOTC.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251216T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251216T221500
DTSTAMP:20260413T044735
CREATED:20251213T120236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251213T121903Z
UID:7095-1765914300-1765923300@suttonfilm.co.uk
SUMMARY:Christmas Social
DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Parochial Halls in Cheam on Tuesday 16 December 2025 at 7.30pm for our Christmas social\, with drinks\, nibbles and member made films from this year. \n\n\n\nOur final meet up of the year is a relaxed Christmas social at The Parochial Halls\, Cheam\, Sutton\, starting at 7.45pm on Tuesday 16 December 2025. This is a chance to unwind\, catch up with other members and look back at what we have created together over the past twelve months. \n\n\n\nWe will have a few beers and wines available\, along with soft drinks and some nibbles. Nothing formal\, just an easy going evening where you can chat\, share ideas for next year and enjoy some of the work that has come out of the club recently. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDuring the evening\, we will screen three Sutton FilmMakers projects that many members will not have seen yet. \n\n\n\n• From Hong Kong To Sutton\, Directed by Tom McDanialA thoughtful documentary about the Hong Kong community who have made Sutton their home\, sharing how they are settling in and their hopes for the future. \n\n\n\n• Best Day Worst Day\, Directed by Julie ChildsA sharp short comedy about a new driver\, old grudges and some very bad decisions. \n\n\n\n• Women In Film\, Directed by Peter LeverickA behind the scenes documentary celebrating the women who crewed Best Day Worst Day\, highlighting their roles\, their paths into film and how Sutton FilmMakers helps people step up\, learn and lead on set. \n\n\n\nThe Christmas social is free for current members. Visitors are very welcome too at the usual £8 visitor rate\, so if you know someone who is curious about the club\, this is a gentle way to introduce them. \n\n\n\nCome along if you can and help us round off the year in good company\, with good films and a bit of festive cheer. If any details like timing or access are a concern\, just get in touch and we will do our best to help. \n\n\n\n\n\nGuests welcome see below.
URL:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/event/christmas-social/
LOCATION:Sutton FilmMakers Club – Parochial Rooms\, 42 The Broadway\, Cheam\, Surrey\, SM3 8BL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/cms/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Happy-Christmas-Tom.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251202T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251202T221500
DTSTAMP:20260413T044735
CREATED:20251118T091536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T092025Z
UID:7046-1764704700-1764713700@suttonfilm.co.uk
SUMMARY:Writers Room\, Live Script Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Session led by Adrian Dean\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWelcome back to the writers room. \n\n\n\nWe are turning the evening into a live script workshop. If you have a script\, or even just a few scenes\, that you think could be stronger\, this is a chance to put it in front of your fellow filmmakers and get some honest\, constructive help. \n\n\n\nMost of us write because we want to see our stories made into real films. The hard part is getting the script to the level it needs to be before anyone points a camera at it. It is very easy to work in a bubble\, not get notes\, and only discover the weak spots when it is too late\, on set\, with a crew waiting. \n\n\n\nOn this writers room night we will sit together\, read sections of your script\, and break them down in a supportive way. We will talk about structure\, character\, dialogue and pacing\, and look at how clearly the film appears in the reader’s mind. The aim is not to tear work apart\, but to find the strongest version of your idea and help you move towards it. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYour script does not have to be finished. You can bring a first draft\, a problem scene\, or even a rough outline if you are stuck and need to know whether to push on or start again. Sometimes a ten minute conversation saves you months of circling the same issue. \n\n\n\nHow will Live Script Workshop work\n\n\n\n\nSend us your script\, or an extract\, in advance\, preferably as a PDF\, use the script submission page (its one we use for lots of submissions so some of the fields wont be appropriate but ignore them) \, with “Writers Room” in the subject line.\n\n\n\nOn the night we will work through as many scripts as we reasonably can\, scene by scene\, with the writer in the hot seat to answer questions and hear suggestions.\n\n\n\nIf you are not ready to share your own work yet you are still very welcome to come along\, listen in\, and join the discussion. Watching other people’s scripts being pulled apart\, gently\, is one of the quickest ways to improve your own writing.\n\n\n\n\nCome ready to give and receive feedback\, ask questions\, and bounce ideas around. With a bit of courage\, and a room full of peers behind you\, you might find that the script you have been wrestling with is closer to production ready than you thought. \n\n\n\n\n\nGuests welcome. First two sessions free for visitors.
URL:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/event/writers-room-live-script-workshop/
LOCATION:Sutton FilmMakers Club – Parochial Rooms\, 42 The Broadway\, Cheam\, Surrey\, SM3 8BL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/cms/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Scripts-SFM-picture-Canva.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251118T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251118T221500
DTSTAMP:20260413T044735
CREATED:20251029T221729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T114531Z
UID:7008-1763495100-1763504100@suttonfilm.co.uk
SUMMARY:Screen Acting Workshop with Sara Jordan
DESCRIPTION:Session led by Sara Jordan\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBring your stage craft to camera\n\n\n\nThis event has passed. However you can see the write up and footage here Screen Acting Workshop\, One Line at a Time \n\n\n\nBring your stage craft to camera with clarity and confidence. This focused\, two hour workshop is designed for theatre trained performers who want to understand what changes on set\, how the lens reads truth\, and which habits help you deliver clean\, believable takes. \n\n\n\nLed by experienced actress and award winning Director Sara Jordan\, you will feel the difference between stage scale and screen intimacy\, and leave knowing exactly what directors at Sutton FilmMakers are looking for. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat we are aiming to achieve\n\n\n\nBy the end of the night you will \n\n\n\n\nrecognise how the camera magnifies thought and pares back gesture\n\n\n\nknow where to place your eyeline and how to keep it consistent\n\n\n\nuse stillness\, breath\, and listening to carry a moment\n\n\n\nmatch simple actions for continuity so your performance cuts smoothly\n\n\n\ntake a clear redirect and repeat the beat with confidence\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTheatre vs. Screen Performances\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow the night runs\n\n\n\n\nA short welcome\, why screen acting is different\, three simple rules\, smaller\, later\, listen\n\n\n\nLive demonstration with immediate playback to show stage size\, medium shot\, and close up\n\n\n\nPaired drill off camera to practise eyeline and stillness with a reader just off lens\n\n\n\nOn camera hot seat rotations\, each actor delivers a short contemporary beat\, receives one precise note from Sara\, and runs a quick pickup\n\n\n\nGroup debrief\, five recurring patterns to watch for in future screen auditions\, and practical next steps\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho this is for\n\n\n\nActors with strong theatre experience who are new to camera or returning after a break\, recent graduates building their first screen credits\, am dram performers ready to translate their skills to film\, performers who want sharper\, simpler on set habits. \n\n\n\n\nTheatre trained actors who want to translate stage craft to camera with confidence\n\n\n\nAmateur dramatic performers ready to shift from projection to on camera truth\n\n\n\nRecent drama school graduates building screen experience and set discipline\n\n\n\nActors returning after a break who want a fast\, practical refresh on screen habits\n\n\n\nPresenters\, creators\, and voice actors moving into filmed performance\n\n\n\nDirectors or writers who act in their own projects and want cleaner takes\n\n\n\nAny performer who’s heard “smaller\, later\, listen” and wants to feel what that means under the lens\n\n\n\n\nIf you can hold a scene\, take a note\, and you are curious about how the camera reads thought\, this night is designed for you. \n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\n\n\nNeutral top without logos\, minimal jewellery\, comfortable shoes\, a bottle of water\, your curiosity and a willingness to listen on camera \n\n\n\nWhy we are offering this\n\n\n\nOur recent anthology casting brought in brilliant theatre talent\, and we saw how much potential there is when stage craft meets the lens. This workshop bridges the gap\, helping you keep everything you do that works on stage while refining it for the intimacy of screen. \n\n\n\nIf you are a theatre actor and would like to take part do let us know in advance please as it would be nice (but not essential) to know how many actors we can work with. \n\n\n\nGuests welcome. First two sessions free for visitors.
URL:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/event/screen-acting-workshop/
LOCATION:Sutton FilmMakers Club – Parochial Rooms\, 42 The Broadway\, Cheam\, Surrey\, SM3 8BL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/cms/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Actor-giving-a-screen-performance.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251104T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251104T221500
DTSTAMP:20260413T044735
CREATED:20251028T231807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T235141Z
UID:6993-1762285500-1762294500@suttonfilm.co.uk
SUMMARY:Sutton Filmmakers Spooktacular - Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Session led by Owain Dain\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHistory of Horror is here!\n\n\n\nWelcome\, boils and ghouls! \n\n\n\nPrepare to take a deep dive into the history of horror and discover why we at SFM just can’t get enough of being scared. \n\n\n\nWe’ll explore how horror has evolved over the years\, discuss how the “rules” of who lives and dies have changed\, and figure out the best way to tell who’s next to go. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“There’s a formula to it\, a very simple formula!!”\n\n\n\nIn this spooktacular\, expect clips\, conversation\, and maybe a few jump scares of our own. \n\n\n\nWe’ll also talk about why horror is such a genius genre from a filmmaking perspective — low budgets\, minimal sets\, no big-name actors (though plenty of famous ones started in horror)\, and still massive returns. \n\n\n\nWe’ll cite the Blumhouse financial model and look at just how effective it’s been. \n\n\n\nIt’s creative freedom with a killer payoff. We’ll explore sound design (where less is definitely more)\, the history of the jump scare\, and how music and camera positioning can turn an ordinary scene into pure nightmare fuel — or even casual comedy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBasically\, what makes horror work — and why it keeps haunting us.\n\n\n\nTo top it all off\, we’ll be screening and evaluating two club horror films — Night Fears and Lake on the Cabin — discussing what works\, what doesn’t\, and what we can learn for our own projects. \n\n\n\nBy the end\, we’ll all have a better sense of how to create a solid\, spooky short ourselves\, using everything we’ve learned. \n\n\n\nFilmmakers beware — you’re in for a scare! \n\n\n\n\n\nGuests welcome. First two sessions free for visitors.
URL:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/event/sutton-filmmakers-spooktacular-part-1/
LOCATION:Sutton FilmMakers Club – Parochial Rooms\, 42 The Broadway\, Cheam\, Surrey\, SM3 8BL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/cms/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/LOTC-Poster.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251021T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251021T221500
DTSTAMP:20260413T044735
CREATED:20250702T231313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T165750Z
UID:6812-1761075900-1761084900@suttonfilm.co.uk
SUMMARY:Casting Night for the Anthology Films
DESCRIPTION:Session led by Adrian Dean and Rhys Davies \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLights\, camera… auditions!\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’re entering the casting phase for our exciting Sutton FilmMakers Anthology Project\, and this club night will be dedicated to auditioning actors for a selection of the short films we’re producing as part of the series. \n\n\n\nWe’d like to invite performers from local drama groups to join us for the evening and actors that would like to be involved. You do NOT have to be a member.  They’ll be reading scenes from selected scripts\, giving directors and producers a chance to see how different actors bring the material to life. This is your chance to meet local talent\, hear your lines performed aloud\, and make decisions about who’s right for each role. \n\n\n\nIt is FREE for those auditioning.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’ll be: \n\n\n\n\nAuditioning roles from several anthology scripts\n\n\n\nInviting actors from the local community\n\n\n\nFilming test scenes where needed\, to help with casting decisions\n\n\n\nFinalising casting for shoots scheduled in the months ahead\n\n\n\n\nWe’re looking for a diverse range of actors for several upcoming short films and scripts. \n\n\n\n\nWe’re currently accepting self-tapes and encourage everyone to audition. Even if you’re not cast in this round\, your audition will be considered for future projects in the anthology.  The Casting night is on the 21st If you can’t make the night a selftape can work.. The self tapes do not have to be videography master pieces\, we just want to see you act. \n\n\n\n\nDetails: To read the scripts simple click on the film name. \n\n\n\nEchoes of Silence (family drama):  \n\n\n\n\nDAUGHTER: 16\, female – sarcastic\n\n\n\nMOTHER: 40\, female – playful & warm\n\n\n\nFATHER: 40\,  male – loves a bit of banter \n\n\n\nGRANDMOTHER: 65-70 patient – wise & playful\n\n\n\nTV BROADCAST: 30-50\, any gender\n\n\n\n\nThe Scam (slice-of-life drama): \n\n\n\n\nPETER: 60-70\, male\, well spoken\n\n\n\nYOUNG PETER: 25-35\, male\, well spoken\n\n\n\nPETER’S SON: 20-30\, male\, techy/geeky\n\n\n\n\n\nEVELYN: 60-70\, female\, well spoken\n\n\n\nJOHN/SIMON: 50-60\, male\, accents preferred\n\n\n\n\nAfter I Am (family drama):  \n\n\n\n\nBILLY: 7-11\, male\n\n\n\nGINA: 30-40\, female\n\n\n\nGRANDDAD: 50+\, male\n\n\n\n\nUndelivered (action):  \n\n\n\n\nDELIVERY CYCLIST: any age and gender – own bike preferred\n\n\n\nWORKER:  any age and gender\n\n\n\nRECIPIENT: any age and gender\n\n\n\n\nSelf Driving Trouble (workplace drama): \n\n\n\n\nLESLIE: 20\, male – timid but earnest\n\n\n\nTARON: 40\, male – chaotic and in-command\n\n\n\n\nThreadbare (sewing bee comedy): \n\n\n\n\nCLEANER: 30+\, any age and gender\n\n\n\nDEREK: 50-60\, male – cheerful and calm\n\n\n\nLUCY: 28\, female – warm-hearted but tired-looking\n\n\n\nMARGARET: 40s\, female – prim\, proper\, composed but warm\n\n\n\nPAM 58\,  female – quick\, colourful and with (a Northern Irish lilt\, not essential)\n\n\n\n\nIf you’re interested\, please submit (if you have them) your headshot\, résumé\, and self-tape of one page from the relevant script(s) if you can’t make the night. Please complete the form on this page – Casting Call.\n\n\n\nIf you’re involved in one of the anthology films\, or simply want to learn more about directing actors and running auditions\, this is a must-attend session. And if you’re an actor yourself\, you’re very welcome to attend and read – just let us know in advance! \n\n\n\nWhether you’re a director with a script in the anthology\, a writer curious to hear your dialogue off the page\, or just interested in the casting process\, this will be a lively and engaging evening. \n\n\n\nThe casting choices made here will shape the next phase of the project\, so come along and help us discover the faces of our upcoming productions.
URL:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/event/casting-night/
LOCATION:Sutton FilmMakers Club – Parochial Rooms\, 42 The Broadway\, Cheam\, Surrey\, SM3 8BL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/cms/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/anthology_casting_night.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251007T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251007T221500
DTSTAMP:20260413T044735
CREATED:20250702T233824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T222727Z
UID:6811-1759866300-1759875300@suttonfilm.co.uk
SUMMARY:Newsdesk Green Screen Presenter Night
DESCRIPTION:Step into the spotlight and take the anchor’s chair.\n\n\n\nIn this fun\, hands-on session\, we’ll transform the club into a working TV studio. You’ll have the opportunity to present a news-style piece to camera using our green screen setup\, complete with virtual backdrops and studio-style lighting. \n\n\n\nWhether you want to try your hand as a newsreader\, field reporter\, or host of a mock chat show\, we’ll have scripts and formats available for you to try – or you can bring your own material to perform. This session is ideal for anyone looking to build confidence in front of the camera or learn how to direct presenter-led content. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’ll cover: \n\n\n\n\nLighting and framing for green screen shoots\n\n\n\nReading to camera and using autocue prompts\n\n\n\nPositioning and timing for live-style recording\n\n\n\nDirecting presenters and working as a studio crew\n\n\n\nTips on scripting engaging pieces to camera\n\n\n\n\nThis time\, we’ll also be giving our presenters a topical challenge: reporting on a breaking story that ‘the internet has gone down across the globe.’ With the cause unknown and no idea if or when it will return\, you’ll have the chance to deliver this dramatic piece of news straight to camera\, footage we hope to use in our upcoming anthology project. \n\n\n\nThis is a collaborative session\, so there will be plenty of chances to try out different roles\, whether that’s presenting\, directing\, operating cameras or mixing live feeds. If you’re more comfortable behind the scenes\, we’ll need people to manage sound\, lighting\, and recording too. \n\n\n\nThe best footage from the evening may be used in future Sutton FilmMakers promo videos\, turned into short presenter reels for those taking part\, or even featured in our anthology project. \n\n\n\nNo experience necessary. Just bring your enthusiasm and maybe a script or story you’d like to try reading on camera. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to be on the other side of the lens – this is your night! \n\n\n\nGuests welcome. First two sessions free for visitors.
URL:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/event/newsdesk-green-screen/
LOCATION:Sutton FilmMakers Club – Parochial Rooms\, 42 The Broadway\, Cheam\, Surrey\, SM3 8BL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/cms/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Sean-Newsroom.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250916T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250916T221500
DTSTAMP:20260413T044735
CREATED:20250907T235702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T235740Z
UID:6892-1758051900-1758060900@suttonfilm.co.uk
SUMMARY:Project & Networking Night
DESCRIPTION:Our regular club nights are always full of energy\, packed with workshops\, shoots\, and hands-on activities. But one thing that often gets lost in the buzz is the chance to sit down\, talk through ideas\, and plan future projects together. \n\n\n\nThis Project & Networking Night is designed to give us that space. \n\n\n\nIt’s part social evening and part working session. You’ll have the chance to grab a cuppa\, catch up with fellow members\, and then dive into proper conversations about the projects you’re working on — or the ones you’d love to start. \n\n\n\nThe Anthology Films will be a key focus. With so many moving parts to bring together\, this is the perfect time for those involved to share updates\, discuss logistics\, and map out next steps. Heads of department will also have the chance to meet and coordinate roles so that everyone knows who’s doing what. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis is nothing like our club nights – but we can aim for it! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBut it’s not just about the anthology. If you’ve got a project of your own — whether it’s a short film idea\, a documentary\, or just a creative experiment — this is your chance to talk it through with the group\, find collaborators\, or get some constructive feedback. \n\n\n\nBy the end of the night\, you’ll come away with a clearer plan\, fresh ideas\, and stronger connections with other members. And because it’s a social as well\, you’ll also have had time to relax\, chat\, and enjoy the company of fellow filmmakers without the usual pressure of a busy club night. \n\n\n\nSo bring along your ideas\, your enthusiasm\, and maybe even your notebook — this is a night to share\, plan\, and make things happen. \n\n\n\nGuests welcome. First two sessions free for visitors.
URL:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/event/project-and-networking-night/
LOCATION:Sutton FilmMakers Club – Parochial Rooms\, 42 The Broadway\, Cheam\, Surrey\, SM3 8BL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/cms/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Nothing-like-our-club-nights-768.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250902T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250902T221500
DTSTAMP:20260413T044735
CREATED:20250901T182722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T224022Z
UID:6887-1756842300-1756851300@suttonfilm.co.uk
SUMMARY:Stepping Into the Director’s Chair
DESCRIPTION:Session led by – Adrian Dean \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDirecting is often thought of as calling “action” and “cut\,” but it’s so much more than that. A director’s choices shape the entire mood and impact of a film — from the way a scene is shot\, to how the actors interpret their lines\, to the music and locations that set the atmosphere. \n\n\n\nThen it’s your turn. We’ll split into groups and give everyone the same short script. Each team will direct and film their version of the scene\, applying their own ideas and instincts. Afterwards\, we’ll watch back the results to see how differently the same script can play out when filtered through a new creative lens. \n\n\n\nAt this session\, we’ll explore what it really means to sit in the director’s chair. Together\, we’ll break down the different areas where a director makes key decisions: storyboarding\, shot composition\, performance\, casting ideas\, music\, and location. You’ll see just how much power there is in these choices\, and how dramatically they can change the tone of the final film. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIt promises to be a fun\, interactive evening where everyone gets the chance to be hands-on. Whether you’re new to filmmaking or a seasoned club regular\, this workshop is designed to spark creativity\, collaboration\, and discussion. You might even discover a hidden flair for directing that you didn’t know you had! \n\n\n\nSo come along\, take the hot seat\, and find out where your directing instincts will take you. \n\n\n\nNo experience necessary. Just bring your enthusiasm and maybe a script or story you’d like to try reading on camera. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to be on the other side of the lens – this is your night! \n\n\n\nGuests welcome. First two sessions free for visitors.
URL:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/event/stepping-into-the-directors-chair/
LOCATION:Sutton FilmMakers Club – Parochial Rooms\, 42 The Broadway\, Cheam\, Surrey\, SM3 8BL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/cms/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Sean-Newsroom.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250819T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250819T221500
DTSTAMP:20260413T044735
CREATED:20250803T191114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250803T192058Z
UID:6874-1755632700-1755641700@suttonfilm.co.uk
SUMMARY:Sound Recording Workshop (Hands-On)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a practical evening focused on one of the most critical (but often overlooked) elements of filmmaking – sound recording. This hands-on workshop is designed to help you get to grips with the gear we use most often on club shoots\, and to build your confidence when capturing dialogue on set. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re new to sound or looking to sharpen your skills\, this is a chance to learn through doing. \n\n\n\nWhat we’ll cover:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow to position a shotgun mic on a boom for clean\, consistent dialogue\n\n\n\nTips for working with personal (lav) mics\, including hiding techniques and avoiding rustle\n\n\n\nBasic techniques for monitoring and adjusting levels on the fly\n\n\n\nUnderstanding mic placement in relation to framing and movement\n\n\n\nWorking collaboratively with the camera and directing team\n\n\n\nCommon pitfalls in low-budget sound recording and how to avoid them\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’ll be working with real scenes and actors\, rotating through sound roles so everyone gets hands-on experience. \n\n\n\nEquipment focus:\n\n\n\nThis session will focus on club-owned gear\, including: \n\n\n\n\nRode NTG2 shotgun mic with boom pole and shock mount\n\n\n\nSennheiser G3 wireless lavalier mics\n\n\n\nZoom audio recorders and club headphones\n\n\n\n\nWe’ll set up practical filming situations where you can test mic placement\, record takes\, and review sound quality – all with immediate feedback and support. If you’ve ever worried about background noise\, inconsistent levels\, or that dreaded rustle from a shirt collar\, this is your chance to troubleshoot and learn the fixes in real time. \n\n\n\nBring your own kit too (optional)\n\n\n\nIf you have your own mics\, recorders\, or headphones\, feel free to bring them along and compare setups.
URL:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/event/sound-recording-workshop/
LOCATION:Sutton FilmMakers Club – Parochial Rooms\, 42 The Broadway\, Cheam\, Surrey\, SM3 8BL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Challenge,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/cms/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Boom-vs-Lav-mics.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250805T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250805T221500
DTSTAMP:20260413T044735
CREATED:20250702T212806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T051925Z
UID:6813-1754423100-1754432100@suttonfilm.co.uk
SUMMARY:Can you tell a story in just a 1 minute film?
DESCRIPTION:Session led by Paul Dryland \n\n\n\nMake a a 1 minute film in an evening.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBack by popular demand\, this fast-paced\, creative evening will see club members split into small teams and challenged to create a compelling short film in just two hours\, with a maximum running time of 60 seconds! Yes\, a a 1 minute film. \n\n\n\nThis session is about thinking on your feet\, making quick creative decisions\, and focusing on tight\, visual storytelling. You’ll need to plan fast and shoot smart to get your idea across in under a minute. Editing can be done afterwards\, so the focus will be on capturing the footage within the two-hour window. \n\n\n\nYou can bring your own cameras or use club equipment. We’ll have tripods\, handheld rigs and a couple of basic kits ready to go. The beauty of this challenge is how much you can achieve with limited gear and lots of imagination. \n\n\n\n\n\nThe films can be any genre or style\, drama\, comedy\, horror\, documentary or something experimental. Be bold\, be creative! You can build your teams in advance\, or simply come along and take pot luck on the night. We suggest thinking ahead about what you might like to shoot\, so you’re not starting entirely from scratch when the clock begins. \n\n\n\nWe’ll watch the finished films together at a club night a month or two afterwards and celebrate the creativity that can come from a ticking clock and a great idea. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re new to filmmaking or want to hone your storytelling under pressure\, this is a fun and energising session where everyone can contribute. Come and test your skills – and your stopwatch! \n\n\n\nBelow is a Group Prompt & Planning Sheet for you to use \n\n\n\n1-Minute_Film_Script_Prompt_Two_PageDownload
URL:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/event/make-a-1-minute-film/
LOCATION:Sutton FilmMakers Club – Parochial Rooms\, 42 The Broadway\, Cheam\, Surrey\, SM3 8BL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Challenge
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/cms/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Make-a-60-second-film-in-an-evening.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250715T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250715T220000
DTSTAMP:20260413T044735
CREATED:20250616T084600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T081018Z
UID:6814-1752608700-1752616800@suttonfilm.co.uk
SUMMARY:In-camera Colour Matching Workshop part II
DESCRIPTION:Session led by Peter Leverit \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFollowing on from our popular “Getting Exposure and Colour Right” masterclass\, this session takes things a step further with a practical evening of multi-camera In-camera Colour Matching. \n\n\n\nUsing both club cameras and any equipment members bring along\, we’ll aim to set up a short scene with multiple angles — and then work together to ensure the footage matches across all sources. This session is perfect for those looking to build skills in multi-camera continuity\, lighting consistency\, and matching colour profiles from different makes and models. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat we’ll cover on the In-camera Colour Matching night\n\n\n\n\nBalancing cameras: Exposure\, white balance\, and picture profiles\n\n\n\nLighting consistency: Working with one lighting setup to serve multiple angles\n\n\n\nPractical camera setup: Framing\, placement\, and coordination of shots\n\n\n\nUsing tools: Waveforms\, vectorscopes\, and lookup tables (LUTs) where available\n\n\n\nMatching footage in post: A quick look at what you can fix after the shoot\n\n\n\n\nWe’ll be feeding all compatible cameras into our video switchers\, allowing us to monitor all live angles at once and compare the In-camera Colour Matching Workshop part II with regards to image consistency in real time. This gives us a fantastic opportunity to see how exposure\, colour\, and lighting decisions hold up across multiple cameras simultaneously. \n\n\n\nPlease note: not all cameras may be capable of live output\, but we’ll work with what we have and adapt accordingly. \n\n\n\nWe will have the club cameras and a grey scale card. \n\n\n\nWhat to bring: \n\n\n\n\nYour camera\, if you have one (any brand or level welcome)\n\n\n\nTripod or rig if available\n\n\n\nAny tools you use for exposure or colour balancing\n\n\n\n\nThis session is about collaboration\, experimentation\, and shared learning. Come along and see how small changes can make a huge difference to the final result. \n\n\n\nCome ready to learn\, ask questions and see the difference that proper exposure and colour handling can make.
URL:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/event/in-camera-colour-matching-workshop/
LOCATION:Sutton FilmMakers Club – Parochial Rooms\, 42 The Broadway\, Cheam\, Surrey\, SM3 8BL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/cms/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Camera-and-colour-card-768.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250701T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250701T221500
DTSTAMP:20260413T044735
CREATED:20250624T173029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T173259Z
UID:6840-1751399100-1751408100@suttonfilm.co.uk
SUMMARY:Spy Scene: Shoot and Adapt on the Night
DESCRIPTION:As part of our Film-in-a-Night Summer Challenge on 1st July\, below is a short\, suspenseful scene\, your mission is to bring it to life in just a few hours using whatever crew\, cast and creativity you have at hand. \n\n\n\nThe script\, set in a public space at night\, features two mysterious figures meeting for a secretive exchange. It’s simple\, atmospheric and open to interpretation. Think espionage\, noir thriller\, or a spoof comedy — the tone is up to you. \n\n\n\nYou’ll be encouraged to: \n\n\n\n\nChoose a nearby location that works for your take on the scene — a park\, alleyway\, quiet street or car park.\n\n\n\nAdd your own visual flair\, dialogue\, or twists to make it your own.\n\n\n\nPlan and shoot efficiently in teams with limited time and kit.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBring your own kit if you like\, or make use of the club’s gear\, we’ll have a couple of rigs available\, along with tripods\, handheld rigs and lights for teams to share and experiment with. \n\n\n\nThis is a fantastic opportunity to practise on-location filmmaking\, quick thinking\, and collaborative creativity\, all under time pressure. We’ll finish the night by reviewing rushes or early edits\, and the best footage may even be used in the club’s promotional materials. \n\n\n\nNo pressure\, no perfection\, just real-world experience and loads of fun. \n\n\n\nSpy SceneDownload
URL:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/event/spy-scene-shoot-and-adapt-on-the-night/
LOCATION:Surrey
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250617T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250617T220000
DTSTAMP:20260413T044735
CREATED:20250616T075023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T060930Z
UID:6815-1750189500-1750197600@suttonfilm.co.uk
SUMMARY:Planning Night & Bring Your Own Kit
DESCRIPTION:Collaborative Gear Exploration\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSession led by Led by Paul Howard and ALL the Club Experts and Mentors (We need you!!!) \n\n\n\nThis session is part planning meeting\, part hands-on technical night – designed to get everyone involved and inspired for the months ahead. \n\n\n\nWe’ll be shaping the club’s autumn and winter plans\, brainstorming project ideas\, and hearing from members about what sessions they’d love to see. But we also know that planning nights can feel a little “admin-heavy”\, so we’re combining it with something more interactive and fun… \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBring Your Own Kit Night!\n\n\n\nWhether you’ve got a cinema camera or a smartphone gimbal\, a new lighting rig or an old lens you’re not sure how to use\, bring it along. Or perhaps you just want to show off your amaizing new bit of kit you have. I’m sure some off us will fawn and drool over it. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis is your chance to: \n\n\n\n\nGet hands-on advice from fellow members\n\n\n\nTest and troubleshoot your setup with help from others\n\n\n\nShare tips on gear you know and love\n\n\n\nTry out different cameras\, lenses or lights in a relaxed environment\n\n\n\n\nWe’ll have areas for members to set up and demonstrate\, and you’re welcome to walk around\, learn\, chat and collaborate. \n\n\n\nThis night is perfect for: \n\n\n\n\nAnyone looking to get more confident with their gear\n\n\n\nNew members wanting to connect\n\n\n\nExperienced filmmakers who want to share their know-how\n\n\n\nThose who just want to see what toys other people are using!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCome for the planning\, stay for the tinkering. No pressure\, just ideas\, discussion and film gear chat. \n\n\n\nVisitors welcome! Your first two club nights are free as our guest. Find us here. \n\n\n\nCome ready to learn\, ask questions and see the difference that proper exposure and colour handling can make.
URL:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/event/bring-your-own-kit/
LOCATION:Sutton FilmMakers Club – Parochial Rooms\, 42 The Broadway\, Cheam\, Surrey\, SM3 8BL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/cms/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Bring-you-kit-along-768.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250603T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250603T220000
DTSTAMP:20260413T044735
CREATED:20250413T142216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T105516Z
UID:6790-1748979900-1748988000@suttonfilm.co.uk
SUMMARY:Masterclass: Getting the Exposure and Colour Right
DESCRIPTION:Session led by Peter Leverick \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGetting the exposure and colour right in-camera can be the difference between a shot that looks beautifully cinematic and one that is flat\, noisy or difficult to fix in post-production. In this hands-on masterclass\, we’ll explore the tools and techniques used by professional cinematographers to expose images correctly and capture colour accurately on digital cinema cameras. \n\n\n\nThis session is essential for anyone who wants to operate cameras on club shoots. Whether you’re experienced behind the lens or looking to step into the role for the first time\, this is your chance to build confidence and sharpen your skills. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re shooting a short film in a dark interior\, a high-contrast outdoor scene or a fast-moving documentary\, exposure can be tricky to get right. We’ll break down the practical steps to mastering this crucial aspect of your craft. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhy it matters \n\n\n\n\nShooting a dialogue scene in a dimly lit restaurant? Relying too much on the monitor could mean underexposing your shadows and introducing noisy footage.\n\n\n\nFilming a wedding outdoors on a sunny day? Your highlights can blow out in an instant\, especially on white dresses or bright skies\, unless you know how to read a waveform monitor or use false colour.\n\n\n\nTrying to maintain a consistent look across multiple cameras? Even slight variations in colour temperature or exposure can lead to a post-production headache.\n\n\n\n\nWhat we’ll cover \n\n\n\n\nUnderstanding modern exposure tools Learn how to use in-camera waveform monitors\, histograms and false colour displays to assess your image accurately\n\n\n\nISO\, shutter speed and aperture Understand how these three elements interact on digital cinema cameras and how they affect both exposure and image quality\n\n\n\nWorking with Log profiles and LUTs Why shooting in Log affects what you see on screen and how to correctly monitor it\n\n\n\nMonitoring and interpretation How to rely less on what your monitor ‘looks’ like and more on what it’s telling you\n\n\n\nReal-world examples We’ll discuss how different lighting conditions can affect exposure decisions – from cloudy skies to harsh interior downlights\, backlit scenes to mixed light setups\n\n\n\nAvoiding common exposure and colour mistakes Learn how to spot – and fix – issues before you hit record\n\n\n\n\nThis masterclass will draw on the experience of professionals who’ve made the shift from film to digital and know exactly what to look out for. We’ll also explore why many veteran DOPs held onto their light meters for years\, and why today’s tools make that debate less relevant – but no less interesting. \n\n\n\nIf you want to be a camera operator on club productions\, this is a must-attend session. It’s your opportunity to build your technical knowledge and gain hands-on experience that will make you an asset to any production team. \n\n\n\nCome ready to learn\, ask questions and see the difference that proper exposure and colour handling can make.
URL:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/event/masterclass-getting-the-exposure-and-colour-right/
LOCATION:Sutton FilmMakers Club – Parochial Rooms\, 42 The Broadway\, Cheam\, Surrey\, SM3 8BL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/cms/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Getting-colour-right.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250520T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250520T220000
DTSTAMP:20260413T044735
CREATED:20250505T104932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T105616Z
UID:6797-1747770300-1747778400@suttonfilm.co.uk
SUMMARY:Scene Recreation Night – Rebuild a Blockbuster Scene
DESCRIPTION:Session led by Tom McDaniel  \n\n\n\nHave you ever watched a famous film scene and thought\, “How did they make it look so good?” On Scene Recreation Night\, we’ll be answering that question the best way we know how – by doing it ourselves. \n\n\n\n\n\nThis practical\, hands-on workshop is one of the most popular sessions in our calendar. The idea is simple: take a scene from a well-known film and attempt to recreate the lighting\, camera angles\, movement and atmosphere as closely as possible using the resources we have in the room. \n\n\n\nForget Hollywood budgets. This is about learning to achieve cinematic results with collaboration\, creativity and a bit of filmmaking know-how on one of our scene recreation nights. The fun part is seeing how much you can recreate using everyday locations\, limited kit\, and a few committed club members. \n\n\n\nWe will work together to stage a short scene. We’ll use the club’s lighting gear\, cinema cameras and tripods or dollies to help match the original blocking and mood of the scene. And of course\, we’ll need a few brave volunteers to step into the actors’ shoes. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDuring the scene recreation night\, you’ll get to:\n\n\n\n\nWork with other filmmakers to set up and shoot a selected film scene\n\n\n\nPractise replicating lighting setups and matching camera movements\n\n\n\nExplore different directing styles and on-set collaboration\n\n\n\nAct in or direct familiar scenes and learn how performances affect the visual outcome\n\n\n\nWatch back the footage and see how close we got\n\n\n\n\nThis is a great session for anyone who wants to improve their practical filmmaking skills in a fun\, relaxed environment. Whether you’re keen to direct\, light\, act or simply observe and learn\, there’s something for everyone. \n\n\n\nPlease note: We intend to use some of the footage shot during this session as part of the club’s new promotional video\, so it’s also a great chance to show off your skills and contribute to the club’s growing body of work. \n\n\n\nCome along and get involved – no pressure\, no ego\, just the shared goal of understanding how great scenes are made. \n\n\n\nNon-members welcome for the evening (first two nights free as our guests) Here is how to find us \n\n\n\nDate: Tuesday 20 May 2025Time: 7:45 pm – 10:00 pm
URL:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/event/scene-recreation-night/
LOCATION:Sutton FilmMakers Club – Parochial Rooms\, 42 The Broadway\, Cheam\, Surrey\, SM3 8BL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/cms/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/scene_recreation_night-768.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250506T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250506T220000
DTSTAMP:20260413T044735
CREATED:20240322T122727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T142332Z
UID:5822-1746560700-1746568800@suttonfilm.co.uk
SUMMARY:New Technologies Workshop: Working With PTZ Cameras
DESCRIPTION:New Technologies Workshop: Working With PTZ Cameras\n\n\n\n\n\nSession led by Paul Howard and Peter Leverick \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for an informative and hands-on workshop dedicated to the art of using PTZ (Pan-Tilt-Zoom) cameras for live events. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to the world of live production\, this workshop is designed to give you the skills and confidence you need to effectively utilise PTZ cameras and video switchers in a live setting. \n\n\n\nWhat are PTZ Cameras? \n\n\n\nPTZ cameras\, short for Pan-Tilt-Zoom cameras\, are advanced video cameras designed to provide flexible and dynamic coverage of a scene. The key features of PTZ cameras include their ability to pan (move horizontally)\, tilt (move vertically)\, and zoom in or out\, all of which can be controlled remotely. This versatility allows PTZ cameras to capture a wide range of shots and angles from a single camera unit\, making them highly valuable in various filming and broadcasting scenarios. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExamples of PTZ Camera Usage \n\n\n\nPTZ cameras are particularly effective in live event settings where multiple angles and smooth transitions are crucial. For example\, in a live sports broadcast\, PTZ cameras can be strategically placed around the venue to follow the action\, zoom in on key moments\, and switch between different angles without the need for a large camera crew. In educational environments\, PTZ cameras are used to capture lectures and presentations\, allowing for remote operation to focus on different speakers or visual aids as needed. Additionally\, PTZ cameras are widely used in houses of worship to stream services\, offering viewers a professional and engaging experience by smoothly transitioning between different areas of the stage or congregation. Their ability to be controlled from a distance makes them an ideal choice for situations where mobility and precision are essential. \n\n\n\nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\n\n\n\nIntroduction to PTZ Cameras:\n\n\n\n\n\nDiscover the capabilities of PTZ cameras and how they can enhance any live event. Learn about the features that make PTZ cameras ideal for capturing dynamic\, multi-angle shots without the need for additional camera operators.\n\n\n\n\n\nIntegration with Video Switchers:\n\n\n\n\n\nGet a hands-on demonstration of how PTZ cameras work seamlessly with video switchers\, specifically the ATEM Mini Extreme. See how to configure and control your cameras through the switcher\, managing multiple video sources effortlessly for a polished live broadcast.\n\n\n\n\n\nUsing a PTZ Controller:\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn how to operate a PTZ controller to manage camera movements and settings. We’ll cover the basics of setting up presets\, adjusting camera angles\, and coordinating smooth transitions to ensure your live event runs smoothly and professionally.\n\n\n\n\n\nPractical Application:\n\n\n\n\n\nEngage in live demonstrations and exercises that simulate real-world scenarios. Practice setting up and controlling PTZ cameras in a controlled environment\, applying what you’ve learned to create effective and visually engaging live coverage.\n\n\n\n\nThis workshop offers a valuable opportunity to deepen your understanding of PTZ cameras and video switchers\, equipping you with the skills needed to deliver high-quality live productions. Don’t miss out on this chance to enhance your technical expertise and elevate your event coverage!
URL:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/event/ptz-cameras/
LOCATION:Sutton FilmMakers Club – Parochial Rooms\, 42 The Broadway\, Cheam\, Surrey\, SM3 8BL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/cms/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/PTZ-Camera-600x399-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250415T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250415T223000
DTSTAMP:20260413T044735
CREATED:20250312T113109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T142412Z
UID:6462-1744745400-1744756200@suttonfilm.co.uk
SUMMARY:Anthology First Table Read
DESCRIPTION:First Table Read Session\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSession led by  Rhys Davies \n\n\n\nAs we move forward with the Anthology Film Project\, we’re excited to begin the crucial next stage: Table Reads. This is where scripts truly start to come to life\, giving us the opportunity to hear them aloud\, refine dialogue\, and shape the vision for each film. \n\n\n\nIn this session\, we will focus on the first few scripts that are set to go into production but do not yet have a director assigned. This is an opportunity for both writers and potential directors to collaborate\, experiment with ideas\, and discuss how these stories can be developed into engaging short films. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Expect from the Table Read\n\n\n\n\n\nExploring Dialogue in Screenwriting – Hearing the scripts read aloud allows us to assess how dialogue shapes character\, tone\, and pacing.\n\n\n\nEstablishing the Fundamentals of Drama – We’ll discuss what makes each scene engaging and emotionally compelling\, ensuring the storytelling is as strong as possible.\n\n\n\nFeedback & Discussion – This is an open forum to share insights\, refine scripts\, and strengthen the Anthology Film Project as a whole.\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you’re a writer\, director\, or actor\, this session is a great way to get involved in the creative process. It’s an opportunity to develop and refine scripts before they go into production\, as well as a chance for club members to step forward and express their interest in directing these films. \n\n\n\nBelow\, you’ll find the scripts we will be reading during this session. Each script is available to read online and download\, so please take a look in advance and come prepared to contribute to the discussion. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nScripts For The Table Read\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdam is Feeling Fine\n\n\n\nWithout an internet connection to regulate him\, an android son threatens to go rogue – but the father’s grief prevents him from shutting it down. The only solution? Send in the android’s twin… \n\n\n\n\nNo of pages –   \n\n\n\n11 \n\n\n\n\n\nAuthor – \n\n\n\nPaul Dryland \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDavid Shoots His shot\n\n\n\nDavid has fallen for his manager and wants expresses his love over a conference call. What could go wrong? \n\n\n\n\nNo of pages –   \n\n\n\n5 \n\n\n\n\n\nAuthor – \n\n\n\nAdrian Dean \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBreaking Up\n\n\n\nAs internet-based communications start to fail\, will a couple in trouble be able to express themselves before they’re cut off forever? \n\n\n\n\nNo of pages –   \n\n\n\n3 \n\n\n\n\n\nAuthor – \n\n\n\nRhys Davies
URL:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/event/anthology-first-table-read/
LOCATION:Sutton FilmMakers Club – Parochial Rooms\, 42 The Broadway\, Cheam\, Surrey\, SM3 8BL\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/cms/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Writing-a-script-768x512-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250401T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250401T220000
DTSTAMP:20260413T044735
CREATED:20240322T102958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250329T101507Z
UID:5781-1743536700-1743544800@suttonfilm.co.uk
SUMMARY:Anthology Pitching Night
DESCRIPTION:Directing for the Anthology\n\n\n\n\n\nSession led by Adrian Dean & Rhys Davies \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Anthology Film Project is moving forward\, and we are now entering a crucial new stage – assigning directors to the scripts! This is your chance to take the helm of a short film\, bring a script to life\, and gain hands-on directing experience. \n\n\n\nWe’ve received nearly 30 short scripts\, each under 10 minutes\, and while some already have directors attached\, many are still open for pitching. \n\n\n\n📅 Date: Tuesday\, 1st April 2025🕖 Time: 7:45 PM – 10:00 PM📍 Location: Parochial Rooms\, 42 The Broadway\, Cheam\, Surrey\, SM3 8BL \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow to Get Involved as a Director or a Producer\n\n\n\n🔹 Browse the Scripts – All available scripts are now uploaded to the club website on our Anthology Pitching 2025 page. Those scripts that are open for pitching will be on that page. Each script includes a short synopsis and the full script to help you decide which one suits your vision. This page also includes a form for you to complete to let us know that you want script you want to pitch for. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n🔹 Prepare Your Pitch – If you’d like to direct an available script\, prepare a short pitch outlining: \n\n\n\n\nWhy you want to direct or produce this script\n\n\n\nYour creative vision – tone\, style\, inspirations\n\n\n\nProduction ideas – locations\, casting\, crew needs\n\n\n\n\nAgain see our Anthology Pitching 2025 page for full details. \n\n\n\n🔹 Attend Pitch Night – On the night\, each person will have 2-3 minutes to present their pitch. If multiple people pitch for the same script\, the decision will be made based on experience\, vision\, and suitability. \n\n\n\nImportant Notes\n\n\n\n\nIf you wrote a script\, you are welcome to direct it\, but any additional scripts you submitted must be directed by someone else.\n\n\n\nIf you are new to directing\, don’t worry! We can pair you with a mentor to support you throughout the process.\n\n\n\nOnce all scripts have directors\, we will move forward with casting\, scheduling\, and pre-production.\n\n\n\n\nWhy Get Involved?\n\n\n\nThis is a fantastic opportunity to direct a short film\, develop your skills\, and contribute to one of Sutton Filmmakers’ biggest projects yet. Whether you’re an experienced filmmaker or stepping into the director’s chair for the first time\, this is your moment to shape a film from script to screen. \n\n\n\nWe can’t wait to hear your ideas and see your vision come to life! \n\n\n\nGot any questions? Get in touch! Otherwise\, we’ll see you on Pitch Night! 🎬
URL:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/event/anthology-pitching-night/
LOCATION:Surrey
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/cms/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Adrian-Dean.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250318T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250318T220000
DTSTAMP:20260413T044735
CREATED:20250313T103346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T014717Z
UID:5600-1742327100-1742335200@suttonfilm.co.uk
SUMMARY:George Burt Workshop
DESCRIPTION:A night with an old club member George Burt DOP\n\n\n\nLed by George Burt \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGeorge started his career making short films with us here at SFM and has travelled the world making films ever since.  \n\n\n\nHis portfolio of work covers the spectrum. From shooting documentaries to high end beauty and fashion commercials\, he also shot over thirty feature length\, TV shows and short films. \n\n\n\nThis will be a great evening for anyone wanting to know more about the role of a Director of Photography with plenty of tips\, inside knowledge and some cheeky stories!  \n\n\n\nIn pre production Tom and I discussed how we were going to create a sense of tension through depth and small details within our masters mid shots like a Gregory Crewdson photo. Gregory’s work has a fantastic cinematic feel to it and at the same time something creepy is happening within the image. This is the feeling we want to evoke in the audience. \n\n\n\nFilming took place on the remote Caribbean island of Nevis. As it turned out\, there hadn’t been a single case of COVID for nearly one year on the tropical island. It also was one of the most idyllic spots to shoot a movie with its stunning and vast locations. After 14 days of isolation in a shared house we began location scouting on the film. After being set free\, we were shown the island’s attractions and given a tour of Nevis. We rapidly came to the conclusion that we should avoid everything with a touristy appearance because this wasn’t the world we had first hoped for. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSee George’s Website
URL:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/event/george-burt-dop/
LOCATION:Sutton FilmMakers Club – Parochial Rooms\, 42 The Broadway\, Cheam\, Surrey\, SM3 8BL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/cms/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/image.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250304T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250304T220000
DTSTAMP:20260413T044735
CREATED:20240322T122207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T223711Z
UID:5815-1741117500-1741125600@suttonfilm.co.uk
SUMMARY:Lighting an interview
DESCRIPTION:Session led by Frank Hammond \n\n\n\nMaster the Art of Interview Lighting: A Hands-On Workshop\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nInterviews are a fundamental element across various media formats\, including documentaries\, corporate videos\, news segments\, and more. The way an interview is filmed and lit can profoundly influence the viewer’s perception and emotional response. From soft\, sensitive lighting to a more robust\, warm vibe\, the possibilities are endless. This workshop\, led by industry expert Frank Hammond\, will explore the full spectrum of lighting techniques tailored to different interview scenarios. \n\n\n\nWhat You’ll Learn \n\n\n\n\nLighting Dynamics: Understand how different lighting setups can be used to convey mood and atmosphere in an interview. Learn how soft lighting can be employed for sensitive topics or how a warm ambiance can enhance more relaxed conversations.\n\n\n\nSpecial Techniques for Anonymity: Discover techniques for lighting interviews where the subject wishes to remain anonymous\, using silhouetting to protect identities while still delivering impactful content.\n\n\n\nSpotlighting for Dramatic Effect: Gain insights into using spotlighting effectively\, particularly for interviews conducted on stages or in settings where a subject needs to stand out dramatically from the background.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWorkshop Features \n\n\n\n\nInteractive Sessions with Frank Hammond: Engage directly with Frank\, a seasoned director of photography and lighting gaffer with seven years of experience. Frank’s work in lighting and cinematography has been recognized with several industry awards. Based in Banstead\, he runs a successful production and lighting rental company.\n\n\n\nHands-On Experience: Get practical\, hands-on experience with state-of-the-art lighting equipment typically used on high-end interview sets. Learn how to manipulate these tools to create the desired visual effects.\n\n\n\nLive Demonstrations: See real-time demonstrations of various lighting techniques\, ranging from basic setups to more complex\, nuanced configurations.\n\n\n\nQ&A Sessions: Have your specific questions answered in an open Q&A session with Frank. Whether you’re curious about technical details\, creative choices\, or industry practices\, this is your chance to gain valuable insights.\n\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend? This workshop is ideal for aspiring and experienced filmmakers\, cinematographers\, media students\, and anyone interested in understanding the power of lighting in video production. Whether you’re looking to refine your skills or explore new creative techniques\, this workshop will provide a comprehensive understanding of how to light interviews effectively. \n\n\n\nJoin Us for an Illuminating Experience Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your lighting skills under the guidance of a seasoned professional. Bring your creativity\, your questions\, and a readiness to get involved with some of the most sophisticated lighting equipment available today. Secure your spot now and take your first step towards mastering the art of interview lighting!
URL:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/event/lighting-an-interview/
LOCATION:Surrey
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/cms/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/frankhamonddop.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250218T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250218T220000
DTSTAMP:20260413T044735
CREATED:20240417T181904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250209T112131Z
UID:5827-1739907900-1739916000@suttonfilm.co.uk
SUMMARY:Microphones what to use for what conditions
DESCRIPTION:Workshop: Choosing the Right Microphone for Any Situation\n\n\n\n\n\nSession led by Giovanni \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSound is one of the most crucial elements in filmmaking\, get it wrong\, and even the best-shot film can feel unprofessional. But how do you know which microphone to use in different situations? \n\n\n\nJoin Giovanni Tria\, Sutton Filmmakers club member\, production sound recordist\, and composer\, for an insightful and hands-on workshop on choosing the right microphone for the job. Drawing on his experience working in the field\, Giovanni will guide us through the different types of microphones and how to get the best results in any recording scenario. \n\n\n\nWhat You’ll Learn:\n\n\n\n🎤 Choosing the Right Microphone for Different Situations – Understand the most common microphones used in production sound and when to use them. We’ll cover: \n\n\n\n\nShotgun Microphones – Highly directional and ideal for capturing clean dialogue on set\, but how do you use them effectively?\n\n\n\nLavalier (Lapel) Microphones – Perfect for discreetly miking up actors\, but what’s the best way to place them for clear sound?\n\n\n\nHandheld Microphones – Often used for interviews and live events\, but when should you use these in filmmaking?\n\n\n\nBoom Microphones – Learn proper booming techniques and how to avoid handling noise while keeping the mic out of frame.\n\n\n\nBoundary and Plant Mics – Lesser-known but incredibly useful for capturing ambient sound or dialogue in tricky situations.\n\n\n\n\n🎧 Capturing Great Sound – Learn the best techniques for recording clean dialogue\, even in challenging environments. \n\n\n\n🔊 Dealing with Background Noise – Discover the best ways to minimise unwanted noise and improve audio quality when filming on location. \n\n\n\n🎬 Practical Recording Session – Get hands-on experience! You’ll have the chance to test different microphones and record various scenarios\, such as dialogue scenes\, to hear the differences for yourself. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re a director\, sound recordist\, or just curious about how to improve your audio\, this workshop is not to be missed. Come along\, get involved\, and take your sound recording skills to the next level! \n\n\n\nCheckout Giovanni’s previous night where he blew everyone away with his evenings on creating foley Giovanni Tria’s Sound Design and the use of Foley Workshop 
URL:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/event/choosing-the-right-microphone/
LOCATION:Sutton FilmMakers Club – Parochial Rooms\, 42 The Broadway\, Cheam\, Surrey\, SM3 8BL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Presentation,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/cms/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Boom-vs-Lav-mics.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250204T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250204T220000
DTSTAMP:20260413T044735
CREATED:20250120T205900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T221650Z
UID:6199-1738698300-1738706400@suttonfilm.co.uk
SUMMARY:Workshop Series: Part 2 – Create Our Club Promotional Video
DESCRIPTION:Part 2: Filming and Production\n\n\n\n\n\nAfter a successful brainstorming and planning session in Part 1\, Part 2 of our workshop series moves us into the exciting phase of actual filming. This club night is dedicated to turning our collective vision into reality as we work together to capture the footage that will showcase the spirit and creativity of our club. \n\n\n\n\n\nBehind-the-Scenes: Star Wars Fan Scene Filming\n\n\n\nJoin us for an electrifying club night where fantasy meets film-making! Tomorrow night\, we’re diving into the universe of Star Wars with a thrilling fan scene. Witness two of our members engage in an epic lightsaber duel against a green screen\, bringing the excitement of intergalactic battles right to our club. \n\n\n\nWhat’s Happening: \n\n\n\n\nLightsaber Duel: Watch a live filming of a Star Wars fan scene featuring a dramatic lightsaber fight.\n\n\n\nTechnical Showcase: Explore how we light and shoot dynamic action against a green screen.\n\n\n\nBehind-the-Scenes Footage: Participate in or observe the making of this scene. This footage will be a key feature in our club’s promotional video.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGear in Action: \n\n\n\nExperience the magic of cinema with our track and dolly setup\, designed to capture smooth\, cinematic motion against a green screen. Whilst at the same time capturing the behind the scenes of all the setup and action. \n\n\n\nLooking Ahead: \n\n\n\nIn the coming months\, we’ll continue to capture exciting footage for our club’s promo. Expect to see drone flights\, steadicam operations\, dynamic car chases\, and more. Each session offers a unique chance to learn and engage with different filming techniques. \n\n\n\nDon’t Miss Out: This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone interested in special effects\, cinematography\, or just the magic of Star Wars. Come and be part of this cinematic adventure! \n\n\n\nPost-Part 1 Update: Please note that the specific activities for this session will be updated and finalised based on the outcomes and decisions made during Part 1. This ensures that our filming night is as productive and focused as possible\, directly aligning with our pre-established creative vision. \n\n\n\nJoin Us: This filming night is your opportunity to bring our brainstormed ideas to life. Whether you’re behind the camera\, acting\, or helping with logistics\, your participation is crucial. Join us to not only help produce our promotional video but also to gain practical filming experience in a collaborative and supportive environment.just for the video we create but for the skills and connections we build together in the process. \n\n\n\nSee the details of part 1
URL:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/event/creating-club-promo-part-2/
LOCATION:Surrey
CATEGORIES:Planning Night
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250121T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250121T220000
DTSTAMP:20260413T044735
CREATED:20250120T191410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T224458Z
UID:6193-1737488700-1737496800@suttonfilm.co.uk
SUMMARY:Workshop Series: Part 1 - Create Our Club Promotional Video
DESCRIPTION:Session led by Tom McDaniel \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPart 1: Brainstorming and Planning\n\n\n\nDive into the creative process with the first part of our workshop series\, dedicated to brainstorming and planning our club promotional video. This session is all about unleashing your creativity and coming together as a team to conceive a video that captures the essence and excitement of our club. \n\n\n\nWe’ll kick off the series with a dynamic brainstorming session where creativity knows no bounds. This is your chance to pitch in with ideas that reflect the spirit and activities of our club. Think big\, think bold—no idea is too whacky! \n\n\n\nThis is our old promo. Perhaps you can watch this and think of things we could do to update it and/or improve it. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat We’ll Do:\n\n\n\nCreative Icebreakers: We’ll start the session with fun icebreakers designed to get the creative juices flowing and ensure everyone is comfortable sharing their ideas. \n\n\n\nIdea Generation: Using techniques such as mind mapping and group brainstorming\, we will explore various themes and concepts that could represent our club. Whether it’s the thrill of capturing the perfect shot\, the satisfaction of editing a scene just right\, or the camaraderie at our club meetings\, we want your input on what makes our club special. \n\n\n\nStoryboarding Workshop: Once we’ve landed on our main concepts\, we’ll break into smaller groups to start creating storyboards. This visual planning technique will help us organize our thoughts and plot out the sequence of the video. We’ll discuss narrative flow\, key messages\, and how to best represent our club’s activities and ethos visually. \n\n\n\nScriptwriting Basics: For sections of the video that require scripted dialogue or narration\, we’ll offer a mini-workshop on scriptwriting. Learn how to write engaging and clear scripts that convey our message and add a professional touch to our video. \n\n\n\nRole Assignments: At the end of the session\, we’ll discuss the various roles needed to bring our video to life. This is a great opportunity for members to volunteer for specific tasks that suit their skills or interests\, such as directing\, camera operation\, sound recording\, acting\, or editing. \n\n\n\nExamples of What We Could Do:\n\n\n\n\nBehind-the-Scenes Montage: We could create a dynamic montage that shows the behind-the-scenes workings of our club\, from planning a shoot to the excitement of a live filming session.\n\n\n\nDay in the Life: Feature a ‘day in the life’ of different club members\, highlighting the diverse roles and experiences within our community.\n\n\n\nClub Achievements: Showcase the achievements and milestones of our club through interviews or narrative storytelling\, highlighting how our activities have impacted members and the local community.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPreparation for Participants\n\n\n\nTo make the most of this workshop\, we encourage you to come prepared with any ideas\, photos\, or materials that you think could be useful. Think about what aspects of the club you find most engaging or unique\, and consider how these could be translated into video content. \n\n\n\nJoin Us: Your ideas and creativity are crucial to making this project a success. This brainstorming session is not just about coming up with ideas—it’s about setting the stage for a video that truly represents who we are as a club. Let’s create something amazing together! \n\n\n\nOn our next meet on the 4th February 2025 we’ll tackle Part 2.
URL:https://suttonfilm.co.uk/event/creating-club-promo-part-1/
LOCATION:Sutton FilmMakers Club – Parochial Rooms\, 42 The Broadway\, Cheam\, Surrey\, SM3 8BL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR