Eat my shorts
Why do people go to the trouble of making short films in the first place?
Some people see the production of a short as an art form such as Derek Jarman and Peter Greenway. But for many directors, producers and film makers shorts are personal ads for would be feature film makers. Short films act as great experience in order to gain funding as it’s a chance to showcase your skills.
What is the problem with shooting short films on celluloid?
Within the 1990’s there was a real problem for people who had never made a film to get public funding, but that was until the emergence of DV. A few people had access to funding for celluloid which films need to be shot on. Film4’s short and curlies stand cost between £60,000 and £90,000. Many people found this to be a problem as films only seen by a few people due to the fact they no longer have a slot in commercial cinema’s and TV broadcasters only interested in them for 3AM slots and by this time key audiences are lost.
The impact that DV technology has had on the short films?
Everyone knows that digital technology has changed short films especially in production. DV has enabled many more film makers to recieve a secure public fund as films can be produced cheaper and the editing can be done from the comfort of your own home. The UKFC was quick to realise this and use the cheapness of DV to empower film makers. UKFC has launched a three year scheme in 2001 which has a fund of £1.5 million to support digital short films. it aims to produce 100 films a year with each a maximum of £10,000 and has to be under 10 minutes. Caroline Cooper Charles has said "There are drawbacks"she reads around 1000 scripts a year for the digital shorts scheme, but the quality is just not high enough.Dv technology has a massive impact on short films bot positive and negative.
The distribution and exhibition possibilities for short films made in the UK.
With the help of digital technology shorts are able to gain a wider audience. Web streaming gives film makers a larger global audience which is essential in order to achieve success and develop onto feature films. Although several have closed due to lack of funds there are still plenty around to distribute to. Another possibility is DVD. Compilations have recently taken off. The UKFC 'Big stories/Small flashes' chose 9 films from the digital shorts scheme and showcased it to 30 cimemas in the UK in 2003. Short film rely on DVD and web streaming in order to be successful. The problem they face however is it's difficult to secure theatrical distribution. The first problem to face is a digitally mastered shot which must converted from 16mm or 35 mm print. It costs around £3000. Although funding can be gained there is a problem with actually getting it into the cinema. So its better to target individual cinema's. UKFC are making this easier with their funding programme.
The limitations of the format (What, according to some, can't short films achieve that features can?)
Ofcourse there are limitations with short films such as the importance applied to hem nowadays many people just discard them were as features will always have enough public attention to stay important. Even with extensive funding a short film will not be able to be on the same level as features, there just isn't enough publicity placed on shorts compared with features. Many financiers arn't convinced that short film makers can go on to make features because they are just not learning to develop characterisation. Kapadia says " The british film industry should be doing more to support successful short film makers who are struggling with making their first feature.
The conclusion reached by the writer about the situation of short film in the UK at the time of the article's publication
The UKFC carries through government policy to empower Britain's regions and nations, which means the responsibility for nurturing talent and experiment lies with film commissioners on arts boards across the country - a welcome resistance to a London-centric industry. Each region has its own way of developing its strengths and it is to be hoped that evidence of real talent meets with proper championing to move people on to the next stage. It has to be said, though, that the UK has found it hard to discover great auteur in recent years. But then, maybe that's not the job of government agencies. Talent will out is the theory, and hundreds of films the practice. Here he is saying technology will always plat a vital part in films and talent will always become present. Goverment agencies maybe arn't good enough to discover new talent and should merly just overlook the process and that only.
Part 2-(funding and support)
What is the UK film council doing to support short film makers and short film making?
Answer:
The UK film council is a government backed organisation which was set up in 2000. Their primary focus is to develop as well as promote the film industry within the UK. There are 3 funds available for film makers which £17 million of it comes from the lottery fund each year. There are several different departments that the UK film council focus on: training, development, production, distribution and exhibition, regions, international development and export promotion, and research and statistics. A fund of £70.000 is available to support project in 2010. The UK film council aims to make films more accessible in 3 ways, by improving the access, raising awareness and increasing information available.
What are the nine regional screen agencies (RSA’s) that film council funding is delivered to?
Every year the UK film council fund £6.3 million towards the regional and national screen agencies. The nine regional screen agencies EM Media, Film London
Northern Film & Media, Vision and Media, Screen East, Screen South, Screen West Midlands, Screen Yorkshire and South West Screen provide funding, training, exhibition and support for their regions.
EM Media
EM Media supports the media industry in the east midlands. Since 2002 they have invested in 600 projects totalling £11 million. They have achieved success by making investments in several award winning British films such as Shane Meadows BAFTA award winner ‘This Is England’. EM Media not only invests in films but also games and TV. Last year they made an economic benefit of over £70 million.
Film London
Film London supports the film and media sector in London is a non-for-profit agency primarily supported by national and regional government. It was founded on 17th march 2003. Their main aim is investing in film production, exhibition and education. Every year film London runs several production schemes which access a range of talent. Film London schemes include Microwave, microwave challenges film-makers to shoot a full-length feature film for a budget not exceeding £100,000 it was Launched in 2006, with the support of Skillset and the BBC, the scheme provides an intensive approach to film-making with emphasis on tightly focused scripts and short production schedule. It has found projects including Mum & Dad and Shifty which have both enjoyed great success since their completion last year. Another scheme similar to this is PULSE; PULSE was launched in 2002 and is in partnership with the UK Film Council's New Cinema Fund.The PULSE scheme is open to new talent in the London region and gives film-makers an opportunity to make digital shorts for a variety of exhibition and distribution platforms. The budget range is £4,000 - £8,000, and the running time is between one and 12 minutes. Its projects include: Richard Lawson's perfect to Begin Aneel Ahmad's Boot Polish Arlene Cullum's Bulb Susanna Wallin's Eddie Proctor Sebastian Goodwin's The Girls Graham Eatough's Missing Lou Birks's Stubborn and Spite.
Northern film and media
Northern film and media builds a film and media industry in the north east of England. It was launched in October 2002. Their main focus is driving commercial innovation in film, TV, games, animation, music, digital music and events. There is a wide range of opportunities available such as the three annual short film schemes: mini stingers, stingers and digital shorts plus. Within these you’re allowed to make 3 films. Applicants are decided through a series of funding panels, which are held through out the year. Applicants who need over £3,000 are decided within the year. Applicants who need under £3,000 are decided weekly.
Vision and media
Vision and media provided advice and information to support people within the industry. As well as details of separate regional film offices. It’s based in the north west of England.
Screen east
Screen east is dedicated to supporting and developing aspects of film, TV and moving image. Screen east supports short films through its digital shorts scheme (also supported by UKFC). Their website holds details of production, locations, educations, company development/training, screen writing services, exhibition as well as an online newsletter. Screen east runs several schemes for teenagers who have funds ranging from £500 to £40,000 to help with photography, film and design to print, radio and computer games.
Screen south
Screen south aims to be a resource for film activity as well as promote talent and film heritage. Has a very close relationship with UKFC. There are 2 schemes within this area; close-ups, for new film makers making 1-3 minutes with a budget of £2250. Long shots are for shorts of 5-10 minutes with a budget of £7250 aimed at film makers with little more experience.
Screen west midlands
Screen west midlands support the screen media industry in the west midlands. They aim to focus on 6 main areas: production, exhibition, education, training, archives and locations. Has gone on to help with the MYSPACE first Faintheart. Runs 2 main schemes: Digital shorts which is aimed at films less than 10 minutes, with a maximum budget of £9,000. Entries should have some experience as they will be expected to submit previous work with application. Digital Shorts Extreme is the next tier up generally for film makers who have made a film through the digital shorts scheme already. A maximum budget of £20,000 for films under 10 minutes. Although theses schemes are for experienced film makers screen west midlands also supports entry level funding schemes and production programmes in the region.
Screen west
Screen west aims to sustain all areas within film, TV and interactive media in the south west of England. Their website contains information on funding, production, locations, education, training and crew/services database. Screen west digital shorts programme commissions roughly 10 short films per year all of which are under 10 minutes, budgets available are £8,000 each. They also fund 1 digital nation film per year, which is open to all film makers who have made a short via digital shorts.
Part 3 (other funding sources)
Outside of the UK film council, are there any other schemes that exist to help fund short films?
BFI-(British Film Institute)
UK film council gives a budget of £16 million a year to help support with the moving image culture, education and cinema heritage.
First Light Movies
First light movies receives £1.1million a year from the lottery. The digital shorts scheme offers children and young people from disadvantaged backgrounds to learn about the film making industry. First light movies aims to increase the films made by young people.
Skillset
Launched in September 2003, Skillset was the first ever comprehensive training strategy for the UK film industry. The skillset film fund enables a consistent, strong line of professionals within the demand from the film industry.
Media Desk UK
Media desk UK is the information office for the media programme. They offer a variety of funding for film, TV, training, development, distribution, events and festivals. Media desk UK only supports UK applicants.
Part 4 (festivals)
Make notes about the kinds of festivals that short film makers can apply to, to have their work entered in.
Encounters
Encounters was established in1995. It has two of the UK’s leading film festivals. Brief encounters and animated encounters, as well as several cross-over attractions around Bristol. The 16th annual encounters international film festival takes place from 16-21 of November. In which it screens new short films and animation from all around the world, must be under 30 minutes long.
Sponsors: Bristol city council, south west screen, south west of England regional development agency and Skillset.
Primary sponsors: Aardman, Hp invent, films@59, UK lottery fund and watershed.
Major sponsors: film4, HV west and university of Bristol.
Website: http://www.encounters-festival.org.uk/
Kino
Kino shorts was established in 1995. It has supported over 3000 film makers, screening short films over 20,000 international submissions. Originated from Kino cult film club, which toured over 6 months. Their main aim is to focus on promotion, education, exhibition and distribution. In order to create awareness and understanding of the shorts film format.
Sponsors:
Website: http://www.kinofilm.com/
Soho
Soho was established in 1998. Each summer it hosts the Soho shorts film festival. In which it introduces both established film makers and newcomers who are judged evenly. The competitive programmes are, international, long form, documentary, short film, animation, music video, broadcast design and newcomers. The festival has strong connections with BBC film, Fujifilm recording and UK screen association.
Main sponsors: Rushes, Sony, babelgum and ascent.
Website: http://www.sohoshorts.com/
Short films
Short films previously known as the Halloween festival has been running since 1994. In 2008 it became the London short film festival. Films are viewed across several London venues, including ICA (ICA is the institute of contemporary art) where the festival originally started. The times wrote ‘a London bastion of cutting-edge short films and multimedia.
Key sponsors: UK film council, Lottery funding
Key media sponsors: Shooting people
Media transfer sponsor: clear cut pictures.
Partners: BBC film network, Aesthetica, mi short, electric sheep and hot one ten.
Website: http://www.shortfilms.org.uk/
Leeds film
Leeds international film festival was established in 2001. It’s the largest film festival in England outside London. Usually held in November at various venues through out Leeds. Showcases 200 films from around the world. Has shown premiers of big blockbuster movies like the butterfly effect. Finding nemo, finding neverland and baghban
Sponsors: Northern Rail, Vue Cinemas, ancnoc whiskey, and City Inn Hotels
Website: http://www.leedsfilm.com/
Part 5 (online screening)
BBC
Website: www.bbc.co.uk/dna/filmnetwork
What sorts of films are exhibited at these sites?
BBC film network offers a wide range from animation, comedy, drama, artists, moving image, documentary, music, short and features.
Who is the audience?
Because it’s online the site is available to anyone however filmmakers, festivals and the industry panel are most likely to be the audience. The film network is mainly used to promote short films in order to gain a mainstream audience.
What is the submission process?
In order to submit your film you must be a member of the BBC film network. Then you will need to fill out a submission form and a hard copy (either VHS or DVD). The film will then be watched by the industry and if they believe it’s of a high standard it is displayed on their website.
What are the benefits to having a film screened on site as opposed to another?
There are several benefits of having your film on the BBC film network. Such as your work is held for 5 years, the public are able to look up your profile as well as other cast and crew members, you are able to receive feedback from other professionals and connect with other users.
What have you noticed about the structure/style of the sites and their presentation of the material?
It’s very easy to browse around the website. Every film has its own website which very sophisticated.
Evaluate their effectiveness in terms of the exposure they achieve for the films and their makers, and also in terms of their potential audience.
Due to the fact the BBC is one of the largest film and TV corporations within the UK, Having them behind you will really make a difference. Many films are showcased on the film website from all over the world. Potential audience is practically anybody with in the film making industry. Films are listed by category as well as having own page which is very efficient.
Film 4
Website: www.film4.com/videos/film4-shorts
What sorts of films are exhibited at these sites?
Film 4 showcases a wide range of films, including the best of British film making, US independent films, Hollywood blockbusters, mainstream drama, comedy, guilty pleasures, foreign film and cult cinema and shots.
Who is the audience?
Similar to the BBC it’s available to all of the general public as well as the Film4 team.
What is the submission process?
I was unable to find any information about submitting your work to th website or even to become a member. So therfore your work must be selected by the production or distribution company within Film Four.
What are the benefits to having a film screened on site as opposed to another?
Showcases many feature and even has a TV channel. So a wider audience is gained.
What have you noticed about the structure/style of the sites and their presentation of the material?
Very compleax website. consits of several advertisments as well which is quite annoying. Had to look around links in order to find short's section.
Evaluate their effectiveness in terms of the exposure they achieve for the films and their makers, and also in terms of their potential audience.
Very limited website for shorts and submission process isnt available so other website may be best unless chosen by film4.
Trigger street
Website: www.triggerstreet.com/gbase/trigger/homepage
What sorts of films are exhibited at these sites?
Trigger street has a wider range of genres such as children/family, historical and crime.
Who is the audience?
The audience once again similar to BBC but a little bit more varied.
What is the submission process?
You must become a member to upload your film. It can be added easily and quickly. There is no need to fill out a long submission. But the only catch is you must review a required amount of other items to ensure the website is uphold.
What are the benefits to having a film screened on site as opposed to another?
Guaranteed to receive feedback. Easy to upload film compares to other sites such as the BBC.
What have you noticed about the structure/style of the sites and their presentation of the material?
Very organised layout of website. Big disadvantage is you must become a member in order to access everything on website, this means a lack of audience viewing your film. So therefore a more high-profile site will be best if you’re a new film maker.
Evaluate their effectiveness in terms of the exposure they achieve for the films and their makers, and also in terms of their potential audience.
Overall very good for people who have a lot of free time. But any website is good exposure, but overall has minimal audience compared with other websites.
Atom
Website: www.atom.com/
What sorts of films are exhibited at these sites?
Comedy shorts can either be animation ort real footage.
Who is the audience?
Once again most online film networks have similar audiences but due to the fact the website just showcases comedy shorts the audience is minimised.
What is the submission process?
Must be a member and follow their instruction to submit your film.
What are the benefits to having a film screened on site as opposed to another?
This website offers several different benefits compared with others, top users are able to earn a revenue share payment. Distribution available through internet, mobile and Xbox downloads. Also can be shown through atom TV which is on a late night comedy central show.
What have you noticed about the structure/style of the sites and their presentation of the material?
Easy to navigate around the website. But contains several advertisements.
Evaluate their effectiveness in terms of the exposure they achieve for the films and their makers, and also in terms of their potential audience.
With this website there are both cons and pros such as its only accessible for comedy short but the benefits are certainly much better that other websites. Has shown some award winning films like Doxology.
Youtube
Website: http://www.youtube.com/
What sorts of films are exhibited at these sites?
Movie clips, TV clips, music video’s as well as video blogging and short original videos
Who is the audience?
Anybody can view the videos as it’s free and online.
What is the submission process?
You need to create an account in order to upload and share work. Free to create an account and upload.
What are the benefits to having a film screened on site as opposed to another?
You tube is widely available to anyone without registering. Free to use and watch video's
What have you noticed about the structure/style of the sites and their presentation of the material?
east to use, just type your search in at the top and a list of video's will come up simply click on one you want and will open andf start playing. user info on the right side of the page. comments at the bottom. very well structured.
Evaluate their effectiveness in terms of the exposure they achieve for the films and their makers, and also in terms of their potential audience.
although most content uploaded by individuals media corporations CBS,BBC, VEVO also upload. this means a wider viewing audience.
Vimeo
Website: www.vimeo.com
What sorts of films are exhibited at these sites?
similar to youtube's but does not allow commercial video's or gaming video's.
Who is the audience?
anybody who has access to the internet.
What is the submission process?
the same as youtube you need to create an account in order to upload and share your work.
What are the benefits to having a film screened on site as opposed to another?
supports embedding, sharing, video storage, commenting on video's and has over 3 million members. Available worldwide.
What have you noticed about the structure/style of the sites and their presentation of the material?
once again similar to other video centric social networking sites. The search bar is at the top of the page. Very east to navigate around.
Evaluate their effectiveness in terms of the exposure they achieve for the films and their makers, and also in terms of their potential audience.
Dut to the available audience exposure is very good the only bad thing is your film would need to be searched for and if your not well known it could cause problems.
Virgin media
Website: http://www.virginmediashorts.co.uk/
What sorts of films are exhibited at these sites?
Competition website for short's
Who is the audience?
Anybody available to anyone without a membership. Similar to vimeo and youtube.
What is the submission process?
You have to click on the 'Film spec' option where in turn you upload your film. They also a section for film critics where you can comment on video's, vote for the people's choice and win prizes.
What are the benefits to having a film screened on site as opposed to another?
You win awards, but if after more training and development BBC is a better choice.
What have you noticed about the structure/style of the sites and their presentation of the material?
Easy to navigate similar to other sites but also contains few advertisements.
Evaluate their effectiveness in terms of the exposure they achieve for the films and their makers, and also in terms of their potential audience.
Competition judged by film professionals like Thandie Newton and Chris Collins. This website doesn't really have much exposure but winning an award would look good when trying to get funding for another film.
Part 6 (short screenplay writing)
Investigate the advice given to support new film writers and make notes.
Screen online
http://www.screenonline.org.uk/tours/shortfilm/tour1.html
Screen online goes about helping write a 10 minute short. This site has been the starting point for new writers/directors like Lynne Ramsay and Shane Meadows.
They believe these six questions any script writer must ask themselves.
1)Who is the protagonist?
The protagonist is the basis of your whole story. They do not need to be telling the story but they must be key in the progression of the narrative.
2)What is the active question? Which is the best basis of the action in your film?
The character must have three things that drive the story which are a want, a need and an obligation
Screen online compares this question with 'What are you asking the audience to be interested in? Which than leads to 'Will your audience be interested in the question?'by having an event basis of the climax your be able to unfold the rest of your film. Show events leading up to significant event of several little events builds to short feature. However second one is very difficult.
3)What or who opposes the protagonist?
An antagonist needs to repel them. In order to make the audience driven by the fact character can't deal with a situation, this is key to the narrative.
4)From whose point of view(POV) is the audience being shown the story?
This is key to the whole film as if it's shown from the wrong POV then a different narrative may be shown and confuse the audience.
5)What is it about? Or, what is the theme?
The main focus is not the obvious themes but the underlying ones. What ties the characters together. A good narrative has something that ties all the characters together.
6)What is the style of your film ?
Due to the lack of time available for a short, a shift in tone or style is not advised. Tone must be set properly to enable the audience are affected by the narrative. It doesn't need to be established within the screenplay , this can be done by the directors, actors and cinematographer at a later date.
Netribution
http://www.netribution.co.uk/features/howto/scriptwriting-5-short-film.html
Screen writing guide by Andrew Lowes. 13 links to the right which are:
1) Screen writing part 5- Writing short films
2) Screen writing part 4- Writing for a low budget
3) Screen writing part 3- Layout
4) Screen writing part 2- Characterisation and dialogue
5) Screen writing part 1- Structure
6) Film insurance- Do you need it?
7) How to transfer tape and digital video to film.
8) How to register a limited company for £31
9) A seven step guide
10) How to make your short film eligible for the academy awards
11) An introduction to the role of company secretary
12) Company secretary guide- Part 2
13) Homepage
Shooting People
http://www.shootingpeople.org/
- Shooting people has 38831 members- 14351 in the United States and 24480 in the UK.
- Once you become a member which only costs £30 a year, you will be able to receive advice and find work in the industry through daily email bulletins.
- Over 300 short's and music video's are cast and crewed up every week.
- Keeps you up to date with funding and festival deadlines.
- Upload your films and show them to the world.
- Designed to fill the gap between writers and film, TV or radio industries.
- Offers training for writers and people who work with writers, both at home and abroad.
- Stage inspirational events where the best creative film makers take the stage to inspire audiences.
- We produce performed readings to showcase new writing to the industry.
- Offers development tools for writers including script feedback, which provides in-depth coverage reports and the opportunity for you to book one-to-one development meeting.
Script factory
http://www.scriptfactory.co.uk/
- Traditionally focused on film training but has expanded to include story-based TV and radio training courses.
- Runs alongside the national digital shorts production programme.
- On main page has links to industry news, reviews, articles,calender and news.
- Has books and magazines available to but to help.
- Membership scheme offers exclusive events and discounts.
- Satisfies around 3000 people a year within the film industry.
- The Script Factory stages Masterclasses, previews and other live events.
- Offers script feedback.
Part 7 (Training and development)
Investigate other agencies and organisations that offer support to film makers and make notes on the training they offer and how they help develop projects.
Lighthouse
http://www.lighthouse.org.uk/
- Funded by art council England and lottery money lighthouse offers development opportunities for film makers, screen writers, digital artists and animators.
- Schemes available are:
- Cineville- film makers monthly class and networking event in which professionals from film and TV give advice/help.
- Digiville- only for digital and moving image artists which showcases well known artists as well as less established ones.
- Wide range of training and mentoring opportunities such as script development, animation storyboarding, digital arts ma and post production techniques.
Raindance
http://raindance.co.uk/site
- Provides courses on writing, production and development in which a diploma can be gained. Courses are taught by a selection of professionals. Film festival not only annual event but also help train professionals in order to make more films.
- They aim to combine traditional film making with new technology.
- Many events including live!, ammunition and open house. These are mini courses for film makers. Also has a selection of books available.
Skillset
http://www.skillset.org/
- Main training organisation for creative media.
- Many universities are skillset recommended.
- Skillset not only for film but includes animation, computer games, photo imaging and publishing.
- There overall aim is to support the production industry to ensure that it remains competitive.
- Provides media career resources for new entrants as well as industry professionals online and over the phone.
Script factory
http://scriptfactory.co.uk/
- Is Europe’s leading film making organization.
- Traditionally focused on film training but has expanded to include story-based TV and radio training courses.
- Runs alongside the national digital shorts production programme.
- On main page has links to industry news, reviews, articles,calender and news.
- Has books and magazines available to but to help.
- Membership scheme offers exclusive events and discounts.
- Satisfies around 3000 people a year within the film industry.
- The Script Factory stages Master-classes, previews and other live events.
- Offers script feedback.
- Finds and develops new talent within screen writing.
Part 8 (Distribution and Exhibition)
The ratio of shorts that make money through more conventional channels of distribution and exhibition to those that don’t is diminutive. Why do you think this is?
Typically the more experienced you are the more likely you are to make money. However this is not always the case, education obviously matters but your actual film is the most important thing a graduate degree will do nothing if your film is rubbish. Money isn't simply enough you need everything leading up to your film to be perfect. Even if you are not with a conventional channel you shouldn't give up. In order for theses conventional channels they expose their shorts every where possible, which inst necessary a good thing. The money is not your key focus of course it helps but gaining an audience is key to the success of your film.
In what contexts have the following anthologies/collections of short films been created and how have they been put together?
Cinema16
Http://www.cinema16.org/home.php
- Contains 16 of the best classic and award winning short films.
- Gives film makers and movie lovers access to great film they wouldn't otherwise get to see.
- 5 hours worth of films on a double DVD edition.
- Compiled by producer Luke morris.
Http://www.bfi.org.uk/education/teaching/movingshorts/
- A DVD compilation and teaching guide.
- Includes a carefully selected collection of 10 films which are suitable for 12+.
- Films have be selected through a process of consultation with practising teachers.
- Each film was chosen because its well made, number of interesting features and layered with several meanings.
Http://www.raindance.co.uk/site/index.php?aid=720
- Has several DVD's to offer including gingerbread man, Best of 16th film festival shorts and Best of 15th film festival shorts.
- Put together by putting the best, award winning and overall most popular.
Http://shootingpeoplefilms.com/content/bvb1and2
- Has 2 DVD compilations called Best V Best vol.1+2.
- Major prize winning short films from the world's most influential film festivals.
- Best V Best vol. 1 contains 7 films.
- Best V Best vol. 2 contains 10 mini drama's+docs.
Http://www.shortfilmsdvd.com/
- Currently only has 1 DVD called' Short cinema journal'.
- Contains 13 shorts, many of which are award winning.
Http://www.futureshorts.com/htmlviewer.php?id=15
- Collection of short films and music video's around the world.
- Consists of 16 award winning films.
- Is their first DVD to be released.
- Put together by a team determined to push the boundaries of the cinematic experience.
Obviously its not necessary a positive thing as people will head straight to the features. But a download is a good thing it means someone is watching your film and an audience is key in making your film successful. So therefore its consists of both negatives and positives. It's up to the writer to take a risk.
