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Short films are great way to develop your filmmaking skills and make your creative mark. But how do you nagivagate the pitfalls? What are the secrets to getting your film seen? Get some advice from the people that have been there and done just that.

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When the Day Breaks - short film interview

How To Write A Great Ending

Spielberg: How to Introduce Characters

Top 10 Opening Shots of All Time

Short Film by GENRE

London Screenwriters' Festival

The art of storyboarding with Ridley Scott

What is a frame narrative?

Best Dialogue of All Time

How To Make The Audience Cry

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January 2026 Examinations

The Misleading Ending of Whiplash

Duke of Edinburgh Portal

Spring Term Sports Club

Parents Evening :: Year 13

Whiplash Final Scene - Andrew Neyman's Performance

Summer 2026 Examinations

Head of Department - History

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BAFTA Screenplay Film Studies Coursework ZEN Productions GCE Editing Twist Vacancies Phillip Van Vimeo Clubs And Activities Extra-Curricular Jobs Short Film Term Dates Test Narrative NEA Film4 Cinefix Sports Clubs

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