Indie filmmaking requires determination, vision and an ability to motivate the brilliant people surrounding you. As anyone who has embarked on a film project knows, it’s not always an easy journey, but we believe in helping storytellers achieve their vision. We have learnt our craft over the years and are here to share that knowledge with others. Whether a project is big, small, set on location, in a studio, shot on an iphone or 35mm, we can get you from words on a page to pictures on a screen. Hold on to your pants, because we are indie filmmakers and there are no excuses.
Director: Brian M Franklin / Writer: Sinéad Beverland / Producers: Brian M Franklin, Sinéad Beverland
(Runtime: 75 mins)
Available to watch on Amazon Prime
Shot entirely on GoPro (Hero6) this intense thriller is Guildhall Picture’s debut feature and has won several awards, including the Mike Leeder Award at Yellow Fever 2020 and Best Feature at Frostbite IFF. The film is available in the UK, EIRE, Canada and US markets.
Well Meaning People
Writer & Director: Charlie Brades-Price / Producers: Brian M Franklin, Sinéad Beverland
(Runtime: 10 mins)
The directorial debut of female writer and producer Charlie Brades-Price, Well Meaning People is a brilliant piece of short British comedy. With stand out performances and witty storytelling, the award winning film has been embraced by the festival circuit and is a precursor to future collaborations between Guildhall Pictures and Charlie.
Dear Mr. Burton
Writer & Director: Maj Jukic / Producers: Brian M Franklin, Sinéad Beverland
(Runtime: 9 mins)
As our second collaboration with director Maj Jukic, this film stands out in its delivery. Shot in just 3 days, across the south of the UK, the team delivered an exceptional film far beyond its budget. Winning awards for Best British Short, Best Short and Best Soundtrack, Dear Mr. Burton has been a triumph for the director, producer and everyone involved.
The Pitch
(Runtime:13 mins)
Writer & Director: Maj Jukic / Producers: Brian M Franklin, Sinéad Beverland
Directorial debut of Slovenian filmmaker, editor and cinephile Maj Jukic, The Pitch was shot entirely on 35mm film. It went on to be part of official festival selections across the world and was presented at Cannes to great response. This film led to a follow up collaboration between the director and producer in 2020.
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Writer & Director: Oliver Brown / Producers: Brian M Franklin
(Runtime: 13 mins)
Director Oliver Brown and an amazing ensemble cast came together to tell the story of many lives lived through the eyes of war. It has gone on to be a massive stepping stone in its director’s career and we are exceptionally proud to have produced this great short film.
Numbers Up
(Runtime: 9 mins)
Director: Brian M Franklin / Writer: Sinéad Beverland / Producers: Brian M Franklin, Matteo Rolleri, Sinéad Beverland
Directorial debut of Guildhall Pictures founder, Brian M Franklin and final film of Actress, Anna Wing CBE, Numbers Up has become the quintessential calling card for the director and the company. Shot entirely on 16mm it was the film that created the company’s motto, “Expect Miracles.”
Launched at Cannes in 2009 it went on to inspire the filmmaking aspirations of many and help launch the careers of many more.
