Where to Start!

[wavering]

I am in the very fortunate position of having the time and money to make a short narrative film. I have never been short of story ideas (in fact, I have too many) but have absolutely no idea how to start making a film!

Ideally, I would go on a weeks course to get the absolute basics. So does anybody know of a short course in UK or any other English speaking country?

Failing that, maybe I could find somebody who knows all this stuff and pay them a fee to pick their brains for a few hours?

Or maybe a good book?

All ideas appreciated ...

 

[wheatgrinder]

I've got this one covered. Speaking as a woman: when you make out your budget, make sure to write in a couple hundred for flowers, chocolate, and nice dates out.

Pretty Actress BECOMES girlfriend! Film making is all about creative problem solving, I know its a sacrifice, but anything for the art!

 

[devhaven]

I still hope to find the magic pill though.

There is no magic pill. Everyone's story is different. It's how you decide to pursue the film industry. Good luck.