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Industry Events at

Cornwall Film Festival 2024

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Thursday 21st  November 4.30 - 6pm 

Venue The Poly Falmouth

This year at the Cornwall Film Festival, we are focusing on the evolving relationship between audiences and content creators, reflecting the shifting dynamics between viewers, commissioners, and makers in today’s changing media landscape. We have invited a professional industry panel to discuss the most pressing issues, pannel + Q&A

We are delighted to confirm Professionals who work across all the major broadcast platforms from SKY Arts, BBC, NETFLIX, ITV and UKTV wll join us.

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Industry Panel Speakers

Sam Blair

Sam Blair is an Editor/ Director Shortlisted for the 2024 Grierson British Documentary Awards in Best Single Documentary - Domestic & Best Sports Documentary with Ronnie O’Sullivan: The Edge of Everything 

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Claire Peate

Claire Peate is a BAFTA-winning screenwriter and novelist, best known for The Colour Room (2021). The film earned her the BAFTA Rocliffe Award and a BIFA nomination. Two of her books were WHSmith’s "Pick of the Week." Claire has spoken at the Hay Festival and has two films in pre-production

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Mel Mackie

Mel is a Senior Development Producer at Rock Oyster Media, working across Development and Production predominantly in Factual TV and documentaries for all the major UK broadcasters such as BBC, ITV, Channel 4, C5, Discovery & UKTV, including a Netflix Top 10 with Commando : Britain's Ocean Warriors.

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Alex Hanks

Alex is a producer and director with experience spanning factual entertainment, specialist factual, and prime-time presenter-led content. With a proven track record of working with top talent, a strong background in casting, sourcing interesting locations, writing and conducting interviews working across all the major platforms including Channel 4, ITV, BBC, Nat Geo, and Channel 5.

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Clare Tavernor

Clare is a writer and documentary filmmaker known for inquisitive, socially conscious storytelling. She directed landmark series on music, feminism, and class history for the BBC. Her projects include award-winning Rolling Stones series, an interactive doc Run The Jewels. Recently,  filming a feature documentary with Metallica.

BFI Network Tallent Exc 

BFI NETWORK exists to support, develop and fund emerging filmmakers looking to kick-start their career.

Jess Wheeler is one of the BFI NETWORK South West Talent Executives and will be visiting the festival on Thursday 21 St November, from 3pm. If you would like to request a 1-2-1 with Jess then please use the following link below. 

 

Venue : Above the Book Shop,  21 Church Street, Falmouth TR113EG | Map Link

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Jess Wheeler

Jess is an independent producer specializing in stop-motion animation. She began by creating her own short films and now collaborates on animation, live-action, and documentaries. Her work includes projects for BBC, Channel 4, and the BFI. Jess is one of the BFI NETWORK South West Talent Executives.

Dinner Party

 Dinner  

Thursday 21st  November 6.15 - 7.45pm 

Venue Pizza Exxpress Falmouth

Between the panel and screening we are heading out to Pizza Express to grab a bite - please join us 

Thursday 21st  November 8 - 10pm  

Venue The Poly Falmouth

A celebration short films from Cornwall & the South West

Full programme coming soon !

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Thursday, November 14, 2024 3.30 - 5.00PM

Venue Launch Pad

Join us for an exclusive event with renowned film critic and author Mark Kermode. Best known as The Observer's film critic and co-presenter of Kermode and Mayo's Film Review on BBC Radio 5, Mark brings his sharp insights and passion for cinema to our fireside chat.

 

With a career that spans books like Hatchet Job, It's Only a Movie, and The Good, the Bad & the Multiplex, as well as BFI Film Classics on Silent Running and The Shawshank Redemption, Mark's depth of knowledge and enthusiasm for film make this an unmissable event. As he presents and dissects his unique perspectives, this intimate chat will provide a rare opportunity to engage with one of film criticism's most celebrated voices.

 

Limited audience – Reserve your spot early!

Screen Industry Networking 

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Thursday, November 14, 2024 5:30 PM

Venue Launch Pad

The evening will begin with a reveal showcasing the exciting events happening at the 2024 Cornwall Film Festival. This will be followed by an opportunity to meet and reconnect with fellow professionals working in the region.

 

This event is tailored for screen industry professionals based in Cornwall. Whether you're early in your career, experienced, or an expert in Film, TV or CreateTec sector, this is a great chance to engage with peers and expand your network.

Spaces are limited, so be sure to book early to secure your spot.

Tea, coffee, and cakes will be provided.

Monday 11th Nov 7.30pm 

Venue  The Lounge Falmouth

Calling all movie masterminds. Put your movie knowledge to the test!  This event is being run as a fundraiser for The Cornwall Film Festival

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