The Sunday Times Culture

This amazing one shot video was made by Black Island Studios. They shot 26 takes on the day, but it was take 16 that was used to advertise 'The Sunday Times Culture' for The Sunday Times. How many of the iconic scenes from media texts do you recognise? 

M&S Christmas advert

It's that time of year again when Christmas adverts will be gracing our screens. I do actually look forward to them! What have been some of your favourites?

This year Marks & Spencer's have been clever and tied it in with the release of Paddington Bear 2. A great way to create synergy between both brands and target a family market.

M&S Christmas as uses Paddington Bear to target family audience.

Magazines: How print is surviving the digital age

How often do you read physical copies of newspapers and magazines? If you don't read physical copies, how else do you access information? 

Here's an interesting article about magazine figures with reasons to why some publications are increasing/decreasing sales with possible reasons why.

https://www.bbc.com/news/amp/entertainment-arts-40897967

BFI Film Academy: Screenwriting

A great opportunity for sixth form students.

• Are you a screen writer? 
• Would you like to be mentored by professionals? 
• Would you like your short film to be made by a crew of like minded individuals who are also keen to get into the film industry?

If you have answered yes to all of the above, ensure you apply for the BFI Film Academy, delivered by the prestigious National Film and Television School.

Apply via the application, which can be found near the bottom of this link: https://nfts.co.uk/bfi-film-academy

Deadline: Sunday 12th November, 6pm