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(LWT/GRANADA) LONDON TELEVISION CENTRE
(SUN 7TH - FRI 12TH SEPTEMBER) SCHEDULE

"THE LAUGHTER LAB" - COMEDY WRITING WORKSHOP
What was the last thing that made you laugh on TV? You probably have no idea who was behind the jokes. In which case, let the opening event of the bfm seminars enlighten you, as we introduce you to the world of comedy writing and the people who provide the lines of laughter. This year, bfm has got together with stand-up comedienne, performer and filmmaker - Angie Le Mar to speak about the process of developing different kinds of comedy - as well as cracking a joke or two. There will also be emphasis placed on how particular shows are conceived between writer and commissioner. This seminar is ideal for those with a passion for comedy writing.
Facilitated by: Angie Le Mar (Stand-up comedienne & writer)

LONDON TELEVISION CENTRE, update!!!
WEDNESDAY 10th SEPTEMBER 4.00PM – 6.00PM,
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"FOR YOUR EYES ONLY" - CINEMATOGRAPHY WORKSHOP
in association with The London Film Academy
Once again, the 5th annual bfm International Film Festival is to present the Cinematography Workshop as part of this year's seminar programme. Taking place in at the London Television Centre, the workshop is a unique opportunity for talented camera operators to benefit from the aesthetics of cinematography, as demonstrated with the very latest technology.
Facilitated by: LFA

This event is FREE and open only to 30 delegates. Please email bfm@teleregion.co.uk with CINEMATOGRAPHY in the subject area by 5pm, Friday, September 4th to register your attendance, leaving your full name and level of expertise.

LONDON TELEVISION CENTRE: MONDAY 8TH SEPTEMBER, 2.00PM

THE FILMMAKERS' A-Z OF STREAMING - SEMINAR
If you want to find out about encoding and streaming - and how you can use the technology to promote and showcase your films online, then come along for this essential seminar looking at the benefits, implementation process and key applications of streaming media. Eddie Robins, Groovy Gecko's Technical Director and resident streaming guru will guide you through the ins and outs of internet audio and video with a straightforward introduction to encoding, formats, bandwidth issues, hardware, software and all the basic essentials for getting your media online. There will be some great examples to inspire you and an open Q and A session after the talk.
Facilitated by: Eddie Robins

LONDON TELEVISION CENTRE: WEDNESDAY 10TH SEPTEMBER, 2.00PM
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PROJECT ANIMATE
Once again, the 5th annual bfm International Film Festival is to present Project Animate, a one-day event consisting of masterclasses & screenings at the London Television Centre. Essentially, the event will provide people with information regarding animation, contacts and development and business opportunities. It will also give people the opportunity to network with other animators, writers etc. The project is co-ordinated and structured with support from consultants, internal structures and external organisations such as media centres and other animation projects.

In addition to the workshop, bfm will be screening an exciting array of Animation films from the USA, Sweden and the UK.

This event is FREE and open only to 50 delegates. Please email bfm@teleregion.co.uk (with PROJECT ANIMATE in the subject area) - by 5pm, Friday, September 4th, registering your full name, contact details and level of expertise.

LONDON TELEVISION CENTRE: THURSDAY 11TH SEPTEMBER, 2.00PM

"INDEPENDENTS' DAY" - ITV/GRANADA COMMISSIONING SEMINAR
in association with LWT
You're an independent with an idea you think has the potential to be the next Big Thing but how do you approach the people that matter and convince them to commission you to get your project made? In association with LWT, this seminar is ideal for festival-goers to hear how Granada puts diversity right at the heart of the creative process, what the company is looking for in regional and daytime TV and how to pitch ideas successfully.
Chaired by: Christy Swords, Managing Director, LWT
Panellists:
Dianne Nelmes, Director of Daytime & Regional Programming, Granada
Simon Scholes, Head of Broadcast & Programme Research, Granada Enterprises
Celina Smith, Reel Life TV

This event is FREE and open only to 50 delegates. Please email emma.lawrence@granadamedia.com (with INDIES in the subject area) - by 5pm, Friday, September 4th, with your full name and contact details.

LONDON TELEVISION CENTRE: FRIDAY 12TH SEPTEMBER, 11.00 AM

THE MAKE-UP MASTERCLASS
In association with the London Film Academy
In another first for the festival, bfm in association with The London Film Academy is to present a make-up masterclass as part of this year's seminar programme. Taking place in at the London Television Centre, the workshop is a unique opportunity for budding and experienced professionals to benefit from the aesthetics of make-up, as demonstrated with the very latest skills.
Facilitated by: LFA
LONDON TELEVISION CENTRE: FRIDAY 12TH SEPTEMBER, 2.00 PM
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OSMOSIS JONES
Dir: Bobby Farrelly, Peter Farrelly
With voices of: Chris Rock, Laurence Fishburne, Brandy Norwood
95 mins, USA, 2001
LONDON TELEVISION CENTRE, FRIDAY 12TH SEPTEMBER, 4.00PM
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ICA/BBC SEMINAR EVENTS
(SUNDAY 7TH TO FRIDAY 12TH SEPTEMBER) SCHEDULE

"THE CROUCHES" - PREVIEW SCREENING
Prod: Carlton Dixon, with Robbie Gee, Jo Martin, Rudolph Walker, Mona Hammond.
30 mins, BBC, 2003
ICA CINEMA 1: SATURDAY 6TH SEPTEMBER, 2.30PM (PREMIERE) + Q&A

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FILMMAKERS MASTERCLASS with Tim Reid
Olympia, Sunday 7th September, 2.00pm
Ticket for this event entitles you to the Aspirations event including fashion shows and gospel performances.

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DEVELOPING YOUR BUSINESS SEMINAR
Business Link for London sponsors this programme
ICA CINEMA 1: MONDAY 8TH SEPTEMBER, 2.30PM

"HAVE I GOT A MOVIE FOR YOU!"
Live pitching session in association with The UK Film Council

This event can only be booked in advance and is open to black writers, young and old, with experience of screenwriting. If you would like to participate and you have a script ready to pitch, please email bfm@teleregion.co.uk (with MOVIE FOR YOU) in the subject area) - by 5pm, Friday, September 4th, registering your full name, contact details and a two-page synopsis/pitch of your work. You will then be asked to pay your entry fee - £10 - at the door on the day of the event.

ICA CINEMA 1: TUESDAY 9TH SEPTEMBER, 2.30PM

DEVELOPING YOUR PRESENTATION SKILLS
Business Link for London sponsors this programme
ICA CINEMA 1: WEDNESDAY 10TH SEPTEMBER, 2.30PM

THE WRITERS Q&A WORKSHOP
in association with the BBC
As part of a continuing initiative to provide more access for black writers, Kate Rowland, BBC Creative Director of New Writing, Drama and Radio will once again lead a special workshop on opportunities for writers across all platforms, but particularly in Film and TV. This year, the focus will be on Drama and writing opportunities in programmes such as Eastenders & Casualty.
Facilitated by: Kate Rowland (BBC Creative Director of New Writing, Drama and Radio)

This event is FREE and open only to 50 writers. Please email bfm@teleregion.co.uk with BBC WRITERS WORKSHOP in the subject area by 5pm, Friday, September 4th to register your attendance, leaving your full name and level of expertise.

BBC TV CENTRE: FRIDAY 12TH SEPTEMBER, 4.30 PM