8MM Media is an infotainment media house,UK with diverse footprints including Short film & mainstream film festivals, dance & music concerts, traditional entertainment festivals, art & theatre shows catering to a wide audience globally. We intend to provide professional networking & film marketing opportunities to the filmmakers and also introduce them to the current trends in audience preference.
Padami – Global Short Film Contest
We are constantly on the lookout to identify new generation visual creators who bring a new dimension to film making. We strongly believe that ‘Padami – Global Short Film Contest’ would serve as the perfect launch pad for aspiring film makers to showcase their talents to the world.
Silver Screen Films
Film industry in UK : UK rank among the leading film production markets in the world generating around 16% of global box office revenue in 2016. Britain has been one of the most sort after places to shoot for the past few years simply because of what it has to offer – stunning sceneries, sea coast, country side, technical excellence, world class studios and attractive tax benefits. London is one of the busiest cities when it comes to film production. It is truly a city which celebrates innovation, diversity and creativity offering opportunities to international film makers.
Collaborations
We truly believe that through combined & organised team work with other organisations and renowned film institutes to develop film experiences that fit the needs , interests and abilities of every individual who aspire to find their foothold in the industry. How are we planning to do this? Through screenings, workshops, project collaborations, funding for deserving film makers and technicians etc.
Screenings held in your community space to encourage dialogue, reflection and connection to stories and content of films. This experience includes post screening discussion – the nuances of making of the film, reception of the film, how differently can the film be made with other participants and occasionally featuring film representatives as guest speakers.
Hands-on Workshops are facilitated by film artists & technicians [both local and from India] to cover a wide range of creative topics including acting, cinematography, characterisations, art direction, costumes , music, special effects, makeup, marketing etc. We aim to focus more on skill development and amplification of potential talent and projects.
Community
Become a member – 8MM Media provides the biggest platform for film makers irrespective of wether they work in main stream cinema or are passionate about documentaries or short film makers to connect with like minded people from all across the globe. Films are never a solo production, It’s an ART FORM which requires the support, creative ideas and hard work of skilled people. If you are one of the upcoming film maker / budding technician looking to horn your skills / actor with raw acting talent / producers looking for projects / personnel interested in sponsoring / allied professions including film investing, film distribution & marketing or just a passionate cinema goer– there is something for everyone.
Becoming a member gives you the opportunity to get first hand updates about future film festivals & award events, workshops with esteemed guests from South Indian Film Industry, extensive education programs for young film makers, upcoming projects which may require your field of expertise, deserving scripts which requires investment, marketing opportunities etc.