Special Events – 18 Feb 2012 – 10:00
Light House Cinema
A one-day event on the nature and future of storytelling for the screen, this workshop is aimed at both experienced and entry level screenwriters interested in advancing key storytelling techniques for project pitches, story outlines and screenplays.
The day will include:
KEYNOTE INTERVIEW WITH JOHN BANVILLE
Co-writer of Albert Nobbs along with Glenn Close, and Man Booker prize-winner, John Banville will be with us to discuss screenwriting and the challenges of adaptations.
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WRITING FOR LOW BUDGET PRODUCTION
Panel to include: Margaret Corkery (Eamon)
Marian Quinn (32A)
Carmel Winters (Snap)
Reduced production budgets and the expanding opportunities in terms of filmmakers producing and distributing their projects mean screenplays that can be shot on lower end budgets are very much in demand.
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NOTES AND DRAFTS: CREATIVE PRODUCING AND DEVELOPMENT
Panel to include: Sarah Dillon – Irish Film Board,
David Collins – Samson Films (Once, Snap, Asylum),
Brendan McCarthy – Fantastic Films (Wake Wood, Outcast, Stitches)
An insight into how producers and development executives work with screenwriters to bring out the best in their work. Topics for discussion will include: Thinking about audiences. Working with writer / directors. Best practice for writers looking for producers.
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CONTEXT AND CONCEPT – LET’S TALK ABOUT PITCHING
Open discussion led by David Pope and David Keating exploring techniques to help present yourself and your project to the industry.
Topics for discussion will include: Describing the essence so others can too. Controlling the conversation with confidence and respect.
Who are you? Who are they? Who is the audience?
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STORY CAMPUS is facilitated by David Pope and David Keating:
DAVID POPE
David Pope is a filmmaker, consultant and training provider at international level. Credits include award winning feature film Miles From Nowhere and training clients have included Rotterdam Lab CineMart, Cannes Cinefondation, BBC and BFI.www.advancefilms.com.
DAVID KEATING
David is a film and theatre director and screenwriter. His first feature, The Last of the High Kings, earned him a nomination for Best Newcomer at the Evening Standard awards. His latest film, Wake Wood, is a critically acclaimed award winning horror film.
PRICE: €25 or/ €20 students, unwaged
Ticket includes light lunch during networking session
For more information: www.storycampus.com
STORY CAMPUS is presented by JDIFF in partnership with Screen Training Ireland and the support of Media Desk.
