A VERY SPECIAL PROJECT : NCBI STUDENT FILM

As all of us here at Clap 'n Load Studios continue to work tirelessly on the creation of new projects as we carve out fresh opportunities for ourselves within the film world, and we're thrilled to finally be able to tell you about our latest project that saw us partner with NCBI (National Council for the Blind of Ireland) last February to assist in creating a bespoke short movie with a group of visually impaired young adults.

The film, graciously funded by Hub na nÓg (Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth), was shot on Friday 22nd April, 2022 after three sessions hosted by Clap ‘n Load Studios’ John Kelly and Derek Masterson. Throughout these three classes prior to the shoot, the students learned, not only how to make a movie from beginning to end, but also had the practical experience of learning about filmmaking tools and techniques, shooting tricks of the trade, and scriptwriting lessons and workshop before becoming stars of the silver screen!

We're delighted to have been invited to create this project for NCBI as visual impairment is a subject close to our hearts, and the subject matter of our very own short movie "Visionaries" that is currently lighting up screens on the festival circuit around the world.

On Wednesday 11th May, 2022 the young people will undertake a final class concentrating on the art of editing before their film is unveiled to them, and we would like to take this opportunity to thank each and every one of them for taking part in the course, and all the staff at NCBI for their enthusiasm and support throughout and for entrusting us with this very special project.