London Breeze: The Sound of Storytelling + Networking (18)

From unforgettable scores to immersive sound design, music and sound are among the most powerful tools in a filmmaker's creative arsenal, shaping emotion, atmosphere and the stories that stay with us long after the credits roll.

This year, the London Breeze Film Festival Industry Programme shines a spotlight on the art of music and sound with a special afternoon dedicated to exploring their creative impact on filmmaking.

The event begins with a panel discussion featuring leading professionals, offering insights into the craft, collaboration and creative possibilities of working with sound. This will be followed by a curated screening of short films showcasing the many ways music and sound can elevate storytelling, from outstanding original scores and innovative sound design to music-driven narratives.

We'll round off the day with industry networking designed to bring together filmmakers and creative professionals from across the industry. Whether you're looking to meet potential collaborators, exchange ideas or expand your network, it's an opportunity to make meaningful connections in a relaxed and welcoming setting.

A beer or a soft drink is included with every ticket.

Confirmed panellists:

John Warhurst (Bohemian Rhapsody, Michael)

Kathleen Wallfisch (Gladiator II, Napoleon)

Trevor Jones (Notting Hill, Last of the Mohicans)

Ruth Barrett (Bodyguard, Victoria)

Moderator: Louise Kattenhorn, BBC podcast commissioner and sound recordist / designer

The screening will be hosted by Kezia Tomsett, Composer, Orchestrator and Vocalist.

The Short Film Programme:

Seven short films with remarkable soundscapes follow the panel discussion.

Sound Asleep (ESP/UK 6 min) Dir. Nadaav Soudry

Point (UK 6 min) Dir. Ari Sohn

Echoes in Amber (UK 12 min) Dir. Oliver Murray

Red (With the Green Hair) (UK 15 min) Dir. Clemente Löhr

Intermittent & Continuous (UK 11 min) Dir. Olivia Hird

Synthesize Me (USA 15 min) Dir. Bear Damen

Celebrating Tchaikovsky (UK 5 min) Dir. Mariam Majid

Timings:

Panel: 13:30-14:20

Short Films: 14:20-15:30

Networking: 15:30- 17:00

The event is kindly sponsored by Cavendish Music

Cavendish Music is the UK’s largest independent production music catalogue and part of the Slipstream Music group.

Tracing its roots back to the 1930s, the Cavendish library encompasses six bespoke in-house labels and represents a premier selection of catalogues from around the world. The entire catalogue features just about every genre of music imaginable: from iconic classical pieces, legendary television themes and authentic archival recordings, alongside cutting-edge cinematic scores, pop, rap, and underground electronic music. The close-knit Cavendish team is a family of music lovers who create and place music in Advertising, TV, Film, Games and Trailers all over the world. Always on hand to offer free music searches, the team works closely with you, the creatives, to ensure they get you the perfect sound for your project. Links to our pages below...

Cavendish Music 

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Slipstream 

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The event is in partnership with the Alliance for Women Film Composers, Off Script and CenterFrame. 

The Alliance for Women Film Composers is a non-profit organization founded in LA in 2014 to increase visibility and opportunities for women and gender-diverse composers in the film, tv, game, and visual media industries. Through advocacy, support and education, and a global community of over 1,000 members, they are working to achieve gender parity in media music. Learn more about the AWFC and find out how you can get involved at www.theawfc.org

OFF SCRIPT is a monthly meet-up for film and TV creatives in London, designed to help you connect with industry peers, expand your network, and learn from leading voices across the screen industries. With a friendly, returning crowd and a relaxed atmosphere, Off Script is fast becoming one of the most valuable networking events for London’s screen creatives.

CenterFrame is a community for filmmakers where you can showcase your work to the industry, submit to festivals, apply for awards and competitions, build your network and more. Sign up for free at centerframe.club