Beacon Films CIC

05/12/2023

03/12/2023

Our next Relaxed Screening at ARC Stockton Arts Centre is Five Nights at Freddy's (15). A fantasy horror film based on the popular video game.

Wednesday 6th December
7.30pm

🎟️ Tickets can be booked through ARC Stockton Arts Centre website or Box Office

The screening will have the following adjustments:

✳️ No ads or trailers. The film screening will begin at 7.30pm
✳️ The lights will stay on at a low level during the film
✳️ The volume will be on at a low level
✳️ You can make noise during the screening if you need to.
✳️ You can move around during the screening if you need to.
✳️ There is a chill out space with fidget toys near to the cinema if you need to take a break
✳️ The film will be screening with English language Descriptive Subtitles.
✳️ If you need someone to support you to attend the screening, P.As and carers can claim a free companion ticket by contacting ARCs Box Office.

⚠️ Please note that Five nights at Freddy's contains flashing images which may affect people with photosensitive epilepsy.
⚠️ Content note: Five Nights at Freddy's is rated certificate 15 by BBFC. Please check ARCs website or BBFC website for more information in the films content.

Our Relaxed Screening project is supported by Film Hub North, BFI Film Audience Network and National Lottery funding.

30/11/2023

In association with Beacon Films CIC we have Five Nights at Freddy's

This is a relaxed screening for autistic people, learning-disabled people, and/or those with access requirements, but anyone is welcome
The screening will have descriptive subtitles.

📅 Wed 6 Dec | 7.30pm

See you there?

30/11/2023

We had a blast sharing a special guest programme of films from our friends at Beacon Films CIC last month at Arts Centre Washington

You can learn more about the great work Beacon do and support them at: https://www.beaconfilms.org.uk

28/11/2023

20/11/2023

It is with great sadness that we write this post to tell you about the sudden passing of Beacon Films’ member, Luke Zuccaroli.

Luke contributed so much to Beacon Films productions through his wit, professionalism and sense of humour, which earned him the title of our ‘go-to ideas man’ when it came to solving a creative problem on a project or coming up with entertaining storylines and snappy dialogue.

A wonderful actor and singer, Luke featured in so many of our most successful short films and created unique and iconic characters such as the love-struck pirate, in the award-winning Pirate and The Mermaid film.

During the live musical performances at our Premieres, Luke channelled his hero, the legendary, Elvis Presley, and brought a passion, energy and enthusiasm to all of the songs he performed on stage, which our audiences enjoyed and loved so much.

A long standing member of Beacon Films, Luke was a joy to work with and will be sorely missed by all who knew him.

Our deepest sympathies and condolences go out to his loving family and friends at this difficult time and to all our members who knew and worked with Luke during our projects.

In celebration of Luke’s memory we will be screening a selection of short films featuring his most iconic performances on: Sunday 21st January from 10.30am to 12.00pm at Beacon Films. More details to follow nearer the time.

10/11/2023

⭐️ We have a relaxed screening of Trolls: Band Together, tomorrow at 2:00pm in our cinema. To learn more about relaxed screening and to get your tickets, click here: https://bit.ly/47rCWAh

The screening will have adjustments to make them more comfortable for audiences who may be autistic, have learning disabilities and /or access requirements. Anyone is welcome to attend, so long as you are respectful towards audiences with a range of access requirements, including people who may need to make a bit of noise or movement during a film.

04/11/2023

📽️ We have partnered with The Customs House in South Shields to provide a series of Relaxed Screenings.

The screenings are adapted for neurodivergent audiences but are open to anyone so long as you are accepting of audiences with a range of access requirements, including people who may need to make noise or movement during a screening.

Our next screening is next Saturday 11th November at 2pm. The film is Trolls Band Together (U).

The screening will have the following access features:

⭐ No ads
⭐ Lights on a low level during the screening
⭐ The sound will be on a lower level
⭐ descriptive subtitles
⭐ You can move around or make a bit of noise if you need to
⭐ A chill out space if you need to take a break during the film

🎟️ Tickets are Pay What You Can from £0 - £6.50. More information and booking link here 👉 https://www.customshouse.co.uk/cinema/trolls-band-together/

Our Relaxed Cinema project is funded by Film Hub North

South Tyneside SENDIASS The Toby Henderson Trust at The Autism Hub South Tyneside Parent Carer Forum North East Autism Society South Tyneside Council New-Hope North East AutismAble Autism In Mind

01/11/2023

It's been 10 years since Paul Lycett began his Beacon Films Journey and what a 10 years it's been. He has made this film to celebrate!

27/10/2023

Beacon Films have partnered with ARC Stockton Arts Centre to provide a series of Relaxed Screenings for older and adult audiences.

The screenings have some adjustments to make them more comfortable for older and adult audiences who may be autistic, have learning disabilities or specific access requirements.

Anyone is welcome to attend a Relaxed Screening, so long as you are respectful towards audiences with a range of access needs, including people who may need to make noise or move around during a film.

The next screening is The Old Oak, the latest film from legendary film director Ken Loach, which was filmed locally in County Durham.

Wednesday 1st November
7.30pm
ARC Stockton Arts Centre

About the film:

The Old Oak is a special place. Not only is it the last pub standing, but it’s also the only remaining space where people can meet in a once thriving mining community that has now fallen on hard times. Landlord TJ Ballantyne hangs on to The Old Oak by his fingertips, and the pub falls into more danger due to some local attitudes to the arrival of Syrian refugees who are placed in the village without any notice.

In an unlikely friendship, TJ meets a curious young Syrian, Yara. Can they find a way for the two communities to understand each other? The Old Oak is a deeply moving drama about their struggles and hopes.

Content Notes: Please note that The Old Oak contains very strong language (swearing), violence and themes of racism and discrimination.

Access:

For more information on access for the Relaxed Screenings, visit our website here: https://www.beaconfilms.org.uk/relaxedcinema

To book tickets, visit the ARC website here: https://arconline.co.uk/whats-on/the-old-oak/

20/10/2023

🎬✨ We had a brilliant time presenting our filmmakers showcase this afternoon at the lovely Arts Centre Washington as part of Sunderland Shorts Film Festival!

🎃🎬 Our Relaxed Screening included a premiere of this year's BFI Film Academy horror comedy: Will of the Handbag and Vampire tale: Renfield Syndrome just in time for the run up to Halloween.

📽️ We also screened some films created under lockdown during the pandemic, a music video with animated dancers, an award winning documentary about the a Tall Ships and some of our recent work through our Viewfinder and Film Fusion projects.

Well done to all our filmmakers for their brilliant creative work 🎉

📷 Photos courtesy of Jill Fay

19/10/2023

🎬🎃✨ It's spooky season and we're showing a couple of our creepiest shorts tomorrow at our filmmakers showcase for Sunderland Shorts Film Festival!

Including...

🦇🧛 A premiere of a vampire tale: "Renfield Syndrome" created by Ethan, Daniel and Adam.

📽️ The screening will take place:
🗓️ Friday 20th October
⏰ 12.30pm
🎭 Arts Centre Washington
🎟️ Tickets are FREE or Pay As You Feel. You can find out more and book here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/relaxed-screening-beacon-films-showcase-best-of-oska-bright-tickets-729448127987

Access: This will be a Relaxed Screening and all films will also have Descriptive Subtitles.

16/10/2023

🎬✨ We are excited to showcase a selection of our filmmakers recent work at this years Sunderland Shorts Film Festival! Including...

🌪️ 🎵🎧 The official music video for Hurricane by Kate Doherty and the Navigators, animated by talented filmmaker Jem Clancy.

Jem started making films with us during lockdown and has gone on to make mesmerising films for other projects such as this one. The dance movements for Hurricane were devised in workshops led by Laura Lindow as part of FLOW project and performed by artists working with TIN Arts

📽️ The screening will take place:

🗓️ Friday 20th October
⏰ 12.30pm
🎭 Arts Centre Washington
🎟️ Tickets are FREE or Pay As You Feel. You can find out more and book here: https://sunderlandculture.org.uk/events/sunderland-shorts-film-fest-relaxed-screening-beacon-films-showcase-best-of-oska-bright/

Access: This will be a Relaxed Screening and all films will also have Descriptive Subtitles.

13/10/2023

One of our members will shortly be getting the opportunity to shadow Sarah Leigh, Director of Inclusivity Films on her latest short: "One for the Road". 50% of the cast and crew, including the director herself, is Disabled and/or Neurodivergent
.. And Inclusivity Films are looking for your support!
Follow the link to find out more.

A man seeks help for him and his family when his car breaks down in dangerous territory. | Check out 'ONE FOR THE ROAD - a short film' on Indiegogo.

13/10/2023

Our members recently took part in a brilliant film programming workshop led by Oska Bright Film Festival and are going to be screening some of their favourite short films next Friday afternoon for Sunderland Shorts Film Festival!

This partnership screening with Oska Bright includes a fantastic selection of dance, animation and drama films created and/or starring learning disabled people and autistic people.

Come along to a Relaxed Screening at Arts Centre Washington where we'll also be showing a selection of our filmmakers'new work!

🗓️ Friday 20th October
⏰ 12.45pm
📽️ Arts Centre Washington

🎟️ Tickets available on a free or pay what you feel basis: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/729448127987

13/10/2023

Next Friday afternoon we have our 1st ever relaxed screening at Arts Centre Washington where we're sharing some fantastic new work from Beacon Films CIC & some faves from Oska Bright!

🎟️ Tickets & all available on a free or pay what you feel basis: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/729448127987

12/10/2023

🎬✨ We are super excited to premiere this year's BFI Film Academy horror comedy masterpiece: Will of the Handbag at our filmmakers showcase at this years Sunderland Shorts Film Festival!

👛👜🎃👻 Will of the Handbag: Fashion fan Will Wood dreams of finding the missing last handbag of infamous designer; DaVinci Handbagovich. They search a museum for clues where they stumble upon a shocking surprise...

📽️ The screening will take place:

🗓️ Friday 20th October
⏰ 12.45pm
🎭 Arts Centre Washington
🎟️ Tickets are FREE or Pay As You Feel. You can find out more and book here: https://sunderlandculture.org.uk/events/sunderland-shorts-film-fest-relaxed-screening-beacon-films-showcase-best-of-oska-bright/

Access: This will be a Relaxed Screening and all films will also have Descriptive Subtitles.

12/10/2023

FRIENDS, PLEASE SHARE!

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Do you live in Northumberland, North Tyneside or Newcastle upon Tyne?
If the answer is yes!
could help turn your dream into a reality!
Why not join us online, meet the team and find out how you can take part?

When: Tuesday 21st November at 2.00pm on Zoom
How: Just email: [email protected] to register for a place and we’ll send you a Zoom link so you can attend.

We are also keen to hear from applicants who are Deaf or Disabled, out of work, work part-time, or students approaching the end of their course!

Making Creativity Works is funded by North of Tyne Combined Authority, and part of ITV Academy.

10/10/2023

04/10/2023

Beacon Films friends, please share!

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Free taster sessions! Have you ever dreamt about working in the film or TV industry but have little or no experience?

If you live in Northumberland, North Tyneside or Newcastle upon Tyne, with over 100 hours of free hands-on training, Making Creativity Works could turn your dream into reality! To find out more, come along to one of our free taster sessions on Friday 13th October.

There are two options to choose. Option 1 is 10am until 12.15pm on Friday 13th October. Option 2 is 1pm until 3.15pm on Friday 13th October.

To book a place, email [email protected]

We are also keen to hear from applicants who are Deaf or Disabled, out of work, work part-time, or students approaching the end of their course.

Making Creativity Works is funded by North of Tyne Combined Authority and part of ITV academy.

02/10/2023

Sunderland Shorts Film Festival present a special relaxed screening on Friday 20th October with a screening of films from Beacon Arts & Oska Bright Film Festival.

Beacon Films CIC are a production company of neurodivergent and disabled filmmakers based in Newcastle. Filmmakers will present a selection of their recent work.

This will be followed by a selection of short films from the best of the Oska Bright Film Festival, the world's leading film festival for films by people with learning disabilities or autism. The screening is a collaboration between Oska Bright Programmers and Beacon Films.

For more information and to book tickets, visit artscentrewashington.com

21/09/2023

📢 Calling all filmmakers aged16-25

We've teamed up with Film Hub North & BFI Film Academy for a DIY Filmmaking Challenge & submissions are open now!

Make a 3-min environmental film for the chance to win £1000 for your next short & to showcase your work at Sunderland Shorts Film Festival this October!

🌱 http://bit.ly/45NH7Gi

21/09/2023

Well done to Cohort One of Making Creativity Works who have completed their camera, edit, multi-platform story telling and studio experience modules.

Cohort Two have recently started Making Creativity Works Inspire: entry level training that teach learners basic self-shooting and editing skills, supporting them to work together to make a film whilst following a brief.

They'll soon be moving onto Making Creativity Works Advanced: craft-based modules that consolidate the learning from Inspire, and allow those with existing skills to join the courses at this more advanced stage. The modules cover topics such as camera, editing, multi-platform storytelling, freelance skills, access and inclusion information, recruitment modules and presentation skills.

If you live in Newcastle, North Tyneside or Northumberland and are interested in tv, film or video please follow the link to find out more about this free training programme funded by North of Tyne Combined Authority
https://www.signpostproductions.tv/what-we-do/signpost-academy/making-creativity-works

14/09/2023

Another fantastic opportunity from Beacon Films for disabled or deaf creatives who are thinking of becoming self-employed or are already set up in business and need an extra boost.

Creatives from all creative disciplines are welcome to apply! This one's not just for film-makers.

You can find out more and apply here:
https://www.beaconfilms.org.uk/freshcreatives

14/09/2023

Open now for applications!
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To find out more or book your place on a taster session go to: https://www.beaconfilms.org.uk/filmacademy