PRODUCER – British Film & TV

Manchester-Based Twister Pictures Is Building a New Pipeline for Independent

A new film company based in Manchester and Birmingham is aiming to reshape how independent films are made and distributed across the UK. Founded in April 2025, Twister Pictures is positioning itself as a new kind of film distribution company—one that not only acquires films, but actively build talent pipelines. Led by founder and Sales […]

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How Glasgow’s Zaratan Is Going Global

The animation studio quietly building an international footprint from the heart of Scotland At the Glasgow Film Festival‘s “Made in Glasgow” panel — part of a full day of talks celebrating the city’s screen sector and sponsored by production house Blazing Griffin — Andrew Pearce gave a rare look at how his brand new studio

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Markets Without Certainty: Inside the New Reality of Film Sales

Sales agents on why fewer films break through, how buyers are thinking post-COVID, and what producers still get wrong when pitching. Part of the Glasgow Film Festival’s Made in Glasgow programme—a full day of panels and events featuring representatives from leading studios and creatives—the discussion formed part of Meet the Sales Agents, an in-depth session

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From Page to Pitch: How to Build a Film Package

Whether you’re launching your first feature or navigating the leap to larger budgets, what gets your project moving is more than a good story — it’s a solid, strategic package. That means a clear plan, the right people, and materials that show your film is ready to be made. What Is a Film Package? A

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Sustainable Producing Without the Price Tag

You’ve probably seen it everywhere: “Go green on set.” But when you’re running a low-budget production, sustainability can feel like a luxury — or just a PR checkbox. So let’s cut through it: Does producing sustainably actually help your film? Yes — but only if you do it right, and not just to tick a

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Co-Producing as a UK Company: What You Need to Know to Make It Work

For UK-based filmmakers and producers, co-production isn’t just a buzzword — it’s often the difference between a stalled script and a greenlit shoot. But knowing how and where to find the right partners, both at home and abroad, is what separates the daydream from the deal. So if you’re developing a project and wondering whether

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