New website for Fife filmmakers launched

A new website to celebrate and promote filmmaking in Fife has been launched this week.

Networking events and an active Facebook group have helped connect local filmmakers since the launch of the Creative Film Fife Network last year.

It was started by video production business MidgieBite Media and also showcased film projects throughout the Kingdom.

However, following the cancellation of a planned networking night at the Kings Live Lounge in Kirkcaldy due to the coronavirus pandemic, MidgieBite Media has turned its focus online.

And on Saturday, a new online magazine was launched.

Gavin Hugh, founder of MidgieBite Media and the Creative Film Fife Network, has worked with Niki Paterson, of Niki Paterson Web Design on the project.

Gavin said: “There is a wealth of creative film talent in Fife, from actors to directors, musicians to make up artists, costume designers to writers.

“Fife is filled with incredible creators and artists, all of whom do amazing things in unique ways.

“Unfortunately, those creators often work in isolation from one another, with local filmmakers frequently unaware of the opportunities and like-minded folk right on their doorstep.

“The aim of the Creative Film Fife Network is to change that.

“With the coronavirus pandemic, a lot of filmmaking plans are on hold, which is incredibly frustrating for all of us.

“This new website hopes to keep people motivated and inspired by showcasing and celebrating all of the amazing projects and talent that’s here in Fife.

“Working with Niki, we’ve developed this site over the last few weeks while in lockdown, and I’m delighted that we can now share our efforts with the filmmaking community in Scotland.”

The new website went live at the weekend with ten articles, with plans for regular updates and features.

Articles include interviews with local film talent, spotlights on local film productions and blog posts from the filmmaking community.

A new podcast series has also been launched, hosted by Gavin.

Current highlights include spotlights on the upcoming WW2 action feature Dick Dynamite by Robbie Davidson, as well as the new online Channel Hex project from Kirkcaldy-based horror filmmakers Hex Studios.

In a blog post, horror filmmaker and film journalist Sam Ashurst details his relocation from London to the Fife coast to pursue new filmmaking opportunities.

Sam is also the first guest on the first Creative Film Fife Network podcast.

Others featuring on the site include actor Craig J Seath, make-up artist Kat Morgan, special effects artist and costume designer Keith Robson, and composer Jessica Henderson – all of whom live in Fife.

Gavin added: “This website can put a spotlight on local creators, showcase new film projects, and promote Fife to the wider filmmaking community in Scotland and the rest of the world. We want to hear from anyone who has an interesting story or a project to share.

“I want this website to give local filmmakers a chance to tell their own stories – to be inspired, to discover new talent, and to encourage all of us to reach out and work with others.”

The Creative Film Fife Network website can be found here.

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