Directing Masterclass with Sir Richard Eyre

Directing Master Class with Richard Eyre & Notes on a Scandal

Interviewed by Oliver Purches

Thursday 26 April 2007, Watershed, Bristol

In association with the recent release of Notes on a Scandal, Cinéformation presented an exclusive Directing Master Class with Richard Eyre, the films’ acclaimed Director.

In this directing Master Class, Richard gave an insight into what it takes to become a leading British director, and discussed his directing processes and fundamentals, which he highlighted using clips from Notes on a Scandal as well as from his previous work.

Currently a Patron of Cinéformation, Richard is also a prominent theatre director and was formerly Artistic Director of The National Theatre. As well as hugely successful theatre productions including his current play, The Reporter, Richard’s critically acclaimed film work includes directing Stage Beauty and the 2002 BAFTA nominated feature, Iris (also starring Judi Dench).

Following the Master Class Richard introduced introduce the 2030hrs screening of Notes on a Scandal, his acclaimed latest feature.

Hear Sir Richard Eyre on BBC Radio Bristol’s Richard Lewis Show.

Dance on Screen Q&A

Dance on Screen Q&A with Katy Connor & Andrea Barzey, Peter Anderson & Douglas Rosenberg

Interviewed by Oliver Purches

Thursday 29 March 2007, Watershed, Bristol

In partnership with Dance Bristol and in association with Dance South West, this exciting event unveiled exciting new concepts for dance & the moving image. With inspiring guest speakers including video dance filmmakers Katy Connor, Andrea Barzey, Peter Anderson and Douglas Rosenberg, screenings and a practical tools and tips, the audience experienced how dance and film can work together in perfect harmony.

Cinematography Q&A with Balazs Bolygo

Cinematography Q&A with Balazs Bolygo

Interviewed by Oliver Purches

Thursday 22nd February 2007, Watershed, Bristol

Cinéformation and Kodak presented an exclusive Q&A with Director of Photography Balazs Bolygo. Having worked on hit TV shows such as Life of Mars and Hustle, Balazs showcased his work and gave an insight into the latest developments in the world of cinematography.

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Producing Masterclass with Andrea Calderwood

Producing Masterclass with Andrea Calderwood & The Last King of Scotland

Monday 29th January 2007, Watershed, Bristol

Interviewed by Oliver Purches

In association with the release of The Last King of Scotland, Cinéformation hosted an exclusive masterclass with Andrea Calderwood, the film’s acclaimed Producer, Former Head of Production Pathe Pictures, and whose work includes Oliver Park’s An Ideal Husband, Lynn Ramsay’s Ratcatcher and Michael Winterbottom’s The Claim.

This exciting event gave an insight into what it takes to become a leading British producer, exploring Andrea’s producing processes and fundamentals, highlighted by clips from the eagerly awaited new feature and her previous work. Andrea went on to introduce the 8.30pm screening of The Last King of Scotland which was shown at Watershed.

To find out more about producing click here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/dna/filmnetwork/A27237422