Spines: A Case Study in Working with Neurodiverse Talent and Crew
In 2022 we commissioned one of our funded teams to create a case study on their short film Spines, the story of a shy, neurodivergent boy who makes a new connection: ‘when book-loving Thomas meets sporty Agnes, he learns how to use his storytelling to bridge the gap between them, show empathy and forge a new friendship.’
Both the lead actor and the writer-director, Joe Inman, are neurodiverse and so this was a great opportunity for us to hear about their experiences in making a BFI-backed short, in the hope that other teams (and executives) can better understand how to make their projects accessible.
Spines is currently on the festival circuit, but you can find out more about the story, the team and the production process (and pick up some practical tips!) in the case study here:
- Spines Case Study Download
Spines: A Case Study in Working with Neurodiverse Talent and Crew
Short Film Fund Do’s and Don’ts
Get key tips for a successful BFI NETWORK Short Film Fund application, covering project descriptions, budgeting, and common pitfalls to avoid.
Building Connections at Distributor Slate Days – Roy Hanney and Yael Friedman, Making Waves Film Festival
Making Waves Film Festival organisers Roy Hanney and Yael Friedman talk about the benefits of attending Distributor Slate Days in order to build relationships with distributors.
Beyond Shorts: Apply from 17 Feb
We’re pleased to announce Beyond Shorts, a career-development programme designed to elevate south west-based producers and directors who have a strong track record in screen-based work and are ready to take the next step into making features or high-end TV.
Beyond Shorts
We’re pleased to announce Beyond Shorts, a career-development programme designed to elevate south west-based producers and directors who have a strong track record in screen-based work and are ready to take the next step into making features or high-end TV.
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