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John Currie- Director of Beeston Film Festival

How he got into filmmaking and directing events like the Beeston Film Festival

His own interest in films, what are his favourites

His opinion on what the greatest film of all time is?

john.currie@beestonfilm.com

Hello John, 

I am reaching out on the recommendation of my tutor Matt Turpin about a possible interview with you. I am Rachel a journalism student from Nottingham College and an aspiring filmmaker. 

I am looking to become more knowledgeable about film and the industry that surrounds it, creating a great foundation for myself when I progress to study filmmaking at University. I am challenging myself to watch classic films, learn about film history and start analysing films for social media content. I will showcase my journey and findings in a documentary. 

Alongside this I will be investigating how people get into the film industry, as someone who wants to do so myself. It would be great if we could discuss how you got your start in filmmaking aswell as directing events like the Beeston Film Festival. It would be great if we could arrange an interview at some point.

Kindest regards,

Rachel Emily Eaton

Amalia Maria:

Film content creator, 'Becoming a filmbro' series on Tiktok

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Share her experience with films and venturing into to filmmaking

If a strong knowledge of films and watching some of the best rated films of all time is needed to become a good filmmaker

I reached out via Instagram DM:

Hi, I'm Rachel, a student journalist from the UK.

I am making a documentary called 'how to become a film nerd', where I will try to become a film expert, and share my experience as I gain knowledge by watching and analysing films.

Your Tiktok series 'becoming a filmbro' really inspired me to do this as I want to go into filmmaking but haven't watched a lot of classic, must-watch films.

I am reaching out to see if you would be able to do an interview or maybe give me some tips on how to become a so-called film 'nerd'.