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A bit of history |
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Sheffield Movie Makers started out as City Films back in 1949. The president then was John Friese-Greene. He was related to William Friese-Greene, an early pioneer of the cinema. The objects of the society were “to encourage interest in the film as an art and as a medium of information and education, by means of exhibition of films of a scientific, cultural and artistic character, also theoretical and practical film production. To promote the study and appreciation of films by means of lectures and discussion.” In 1967, subscriptions were very reasonable; Gentlemen two pounds annually, Ladies one pound annually and joint family membership two pounds ten shillings. The subs may have gone up but our aims are much the same, although now they are more relaxed. The club was later renamed Sheffield Amateur Cine Club and then, with the coming of video, changed to Sheffield Cine and Video Club. We adopted our present title in 2003. |
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The Club now |
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We run competitions for members, the main ones being for Holiday and Documentary films. We hold challenge matches with other movie clubs in the Yorkshire area - these are enjoyable social events which let us see other people's films and make contact with other enthusiasts. Practical evenings aim to develop skills such as shooting and editing video and adding sound tracks and titles. We also invite guest speakers to talk about film making and show us their work. The club meets from September to April at the Michael Church, Lowedges Road, Sheffield. Meetings are on Wednesday evenings from 7:30 to 9:30 pm. You can attend up to three meetings before deciding to join. The subscription is £27 per season, or £45 for family membership. We look forward to meeting you! The club is affiliated to the Film and Video Institute (IAC), a body which supports amateur film makers, and also to the West Riding Cine Group, which organises inter-club matches in the Yorkshire area |
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