For some reason there is no definitive register of short film produced in the UK and the UK Film Council do not track such productions. Also, the UK Film Council do not track feature length films with a budget of less than £500,000.
The British Film Institution (BFI) will sometimes fund up-and-coming directors for their latest short film. The government also issue grants.
List of funding sources and the bodies which help production and distribution:
- National and regional screen agencies
- Local councils - if the subject matter is to their benfit
- Charities - if the subject matter is appropriate
Production schemes and competitors
- Aid from festivals.
Short films also have 'Golden Rules' which should be adhered to:
- An original and exciting idea
- Good acting
- High production skills and values
- Traditional timing for shorts (5-20 minutes)
- Have a strong, captivating opening
- Avoid repitition
- Include new and interesting techniques
- Other resources which are not commonly used
Short films can be distributed in numerous ways:
- Online/YouTube/Vimeo
- DVD's at festivals etc
- Distributors may use your film in their catalogue of films at festivals like Cannes, Rotterdam and SunDance, which would boost sales and audience potential.
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