WHAT IS THE FILM CULT?

I have personally struggled with the film industry, I have struggled with my physical and mental health to the point where I had to question whether there was a space for me in the industry. After realising I am not alone and that this is the majority experience, I'm now passionate that we ought to take up a space of our own. We can make The Film Cult that space.We believe that the current industry practice of filmmaking is harmful to those who participate, inaccessible to most and hinders the cultural potential of filmic exploration.Instead we can foster the exploration of transformative, expressive, and revolutionary film if we can find a way to facilitate filmmaking in an accessible, diverse and healthy environment. In nurturing the voices and stories previously locked out from this medium we can evolve the artform.The Film Cult has formed due to a need for this alternative environment. We have come together to build a bright alternative to the current filmmaking practice so we can reveal what is possible.Here's to a better world of filmmaking,
Cult Member Rowen

1. Attend a Cult Initiation

Learn more about The Film Cult, our aims and the different ways you can get involved at an orientation event.Sign up for our next initiation!

2. Working Groups

Get directly involved with one of our working groups.Equipment Share
Fair Film Production

3. Attend Cult Meetings

Take part in group decision making, research and action at our wider cult assemblies.Other ways to be involved

Fair Film PROJECT

Fair Film
Badge

No Filmmakers were Harmed in the Making...

We are developing the Fair Film Badge which will work as our guiding principles.All our work will require a stamp of approval meaning we've stuck to our values. We will also be opening this up to other film productions who want to show their commitment to a better world of filmmaking.The badge will promote the use of a new filmmaking framework where creativity is nurtured and talent is protected. We will set out guidelines as well as rewards once this is further developed.

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Our Proof Of Concept

We are making the films that couldn't otherwise exist under current conditions and we are doing it in a safe and non-exploitative environment.For this project we are planning to bring together a large group of filmmakers for a residential filmmaking experiment.

Ideas we're currently planning to explore:
- Following our Fair Film Badge Shoot Requirements
- Staggered call times / shift work to allow for shorter work day
- Day off in middle of shoot week to allow for relaxation and reflection
- Experimental filmmaking processes

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The Film Cult

Equipment Share

Creative tools made accessible.

We hope this community resource can help you in your filmmaking explorations by offering affordable access to expensive film equipment. By using this resource you are also supporting access for those on lower incomes, students, young people, independent filmmakers and a whole community finally breaking down the expensive barrier to this artforms full breadth of tools.The Film Cult is all about building an accessible, healthy alternative to the current destructive industry practices and we hope this project serves as a beacon for what is possible and inspires support for our continuation on this journey. Launching late September (fingers crossed)

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So far, together we've saved creators:

£150

By pooling our resources for common good the expensive filmmaking ladder has been brought down a peg or two!

Together we have supported:

1 Project

Solidarity Deal!

Donate or loan your kit to get 50% off your first year of rentals.

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CAMERA DEPT

Cameras (DSLR or Cinema)
Filters (ND, Pro mist etc.)
Tripod
Shoulder Rig
Lenses
Mattbox
Follow Focus
Camcorder
Field Monitor
Slider

LIGHTING

More lighting fixtures
Gloves
Reflector
C-stands
Sandbags
Power Extension
Gels
Crock Clips
Black Flags
Redhead 800w
Godox SL60W LED
Lighting Stands x6
Blackout Material
C Stand x1

SOUND

XLR Cables
Audio Recorder
Shotgun Mic
Radio Mics
Headphones
Boom Pole
Plug in Mic
Handheld Recorder

MISC

Cases / Boxes
High Vis Vests
First Aid Kit
Gazebo / Tents
Green Screen Cloth

The Film Cult is built around the concept that your environment influences creative work and that the current environment pushes most individuals out of filmmaking. Our main ambition is to create an environment that does the opposite. This alternative to screen culture will allow access to a sustainable form of filmmaking that doesn’t inflict health.

We believe having a physical space will allow us to have a larger influence on our environment. A long term goal of ours is to have a location which inspires healthy filmmaking.

Very ominous and mysterious - we know. Let us do some other culty stuff first as we develop this long term proposal.

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Time

The most valuable thing of all. We would love to get you involved as a member of decision makers in our group organisation!

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Money

Some of your money can be turned into direct action towards a world you want to live in.View our transparent spending

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Resources

We are on the hunt for:
- Film Equipment
- Anything else you we might be able to use!

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Solidarity

If you are part of a group, organisation or business with simular principles or goals we would be keen to create solidarty with you!

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Skills

You could support us by offering your valuable skills - are you in the industry? Trained in something? Or an experienced community organiser?

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Share

Strengthen our fight through social media by following and sharing.

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• Twitter

1. Attend a Cult Initiation

Learn more about The Film Cult, our aims and the different ways you can get involved at an orientation event.Sign up for our next initiation!

2. Working Groups

Get directly involved with one of our working groups.Equipment Share
Fair Film Production

3. Attend Cult Meetings

Take part in group decision making, research and action at our wider cult assemblies.

Equipment Share

Building a bank of affordable film equipment, similar to a tool library, Edinburgh Based

Fair Film

Production branch, exploring and facilitating fair productions

Vibe Guardians

Protecting cult morale, needs and accessibility

Brainwashing Department

Outreach and social media masterminds

Change Film Forever

By pooling our resources - time, equipment and money we can build a new world for ourselves.Support the world you want to live in and show there is a desire for a more progressive and sustainable world of filmmaking.

You can also visit our shop to support the cult.We are currently building up a library of film equipment in order to start a local tool share style project for independent filmmakers.Our Project Breakdowns
See our Transparent Spending

Keep us anti-corporate by buying some art :)

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