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RAINDANCE FILM SCHOOL
A professional, accredited film school with an independent spirit, Raindance has been teaching novice and experienced filmmakers alike since 1992. Our ethos is focused on independence, and our courses are designed for you to develop your skills your way, in your style.
RAINDANCE FILM Festival
Raindance Film Festival is the largest independent film festival in the UK. Holding the 34th festival in 2026, Raindance is based in the heart of London’s buzzing West End film district.
18 – 27 June 2026
Very useful! If you have a project in mind and are looking for tips on how to realise it or…..
ESTHER ZANON
The knowledge and explanatory skills of producer and director Simon Hunter make the course truly unique.
SAMUEL CAMPANELLA
Simon was both informative and informal, and gave a very entertaining talk that included a wealth of practical information…
WILLIAM BOOTH
First of all I want to thank Elliot and his team, the session was so professional but so personal…
