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I have been part of these forums now for two and a half years, and that time pretty much represents how long I have been interested in movies on a serious level. When I joined I did not know much about movies, but what I did know is that I wanted to learn more, and it soon became apparent that this would be the place to do it. Since then I have branched out massively in terms of the types of films I have watched, I have explored and discovered all sorts of films and directors that I now love, and learned so much in the process. Movies have pretty much taken over my life, I love everything associated with them, constantly watch new ones, and just love to discuss them with others. I love sharing my experiences with others, and have shared new favourites with friends and family (in particular, my brother), as well as the many friends I have made online here.
Ever since I seriously got in to movies seriously, I have also been obsessed with the directorial side of things, and wished that I could one day become involved in making a movie. Whilst it is easy to dismiss such ambitions, I think it is clear that we live in an age where it is now easier than ever to actually make a movie, and that is what I plan to do.
Over the past six months I have been writing a script based off a basic idea that I came up with, with a little help from my younger (Seventeen years old) brother. The idea is a documentary-style comedy that follows my brother as he attempts to find a job. It is pretty much based on real life, he had been without a job for a long period of time, and having watched similar comedies such as The Office I got the idea that this situation could potentially provide a lot of situations for comedy and such. My brother was enthusiastic about such an idea from the start, as well as a few other close friends that I shared the idea with. Why not have a proper go at making this film? What have I got to lose? The idea and filmmaking style means that its simple and easy to make, from the start we agreed that the worst case scenario would be to shoot it ourselves with our mobile phones or a cheap digital camera, the premise and real life basis means that the idea is very easy to film with the focus being on the characters and atmosphere.
Now I have finished the script and I have a number of close friends and family from real life who are willing to help and/or take part in the film. So what is left? Well, I do plan to raise money for the film, not much, but enough to make it a good quality production, for it to look as professional as possible. As I said, we don’t particularly need loads, so the more we get the better. Money will be spent on additional shooting equipment to enhance the professionalism of the film, fuel costs, costumes and additional actors, possibly some locations too.
I have already got a number of people who are happy to chip in here and there for bits and bobs, and so far the reaction from people I have shared my script with has been very positive. I aim to post the project online very soon and hopefully gain some more support and investment for it, and then shoot and finish the film over the summer after I finish my University exams.
Here is what I have officially got written down so far for a mini plot synopsis…
‘The Job Hunt’ follow the trials and tribulations of a young Welshman, Callum, as he attempts to find a job. Unemployed for over a year, much to the annoyance of his family who have grown tired of his laziness, he struggles to understand what is preventing him from gaining a job. We travel with Callum as he attempts to improve his employability, as he undergoes a number of applications and interviews. Mixed with footage of interviews from his families and friends, ‘The Job Hunt’ is a humorous tale of a flawed young man who believes the world is against him.I will be posting more about the film in the upcoming weeks, I have been meaning to share this with you guys ‘officially’ for quite a while now. As I said, I have nothing to lose, and really want to do the best I can to make this work. I hope you enjoyed reading this and like what you hear so far, any questions, feel free to ask!
