Cinders Test Shoot – Duel at Pinewood Studios
May 19, 2010
TEST CUT SCENE – shot at Pinewood Studios. Scene edited for fight choreography and editing development. This has been released to give people an idea of what goes on before the film is made! [Read more]
Encore! Encore!
May 19, 2010
Watch more of the Cinders footage on YouTube! Now the Cinders Trailer is behind us, the busy bees at Backyard have been beavering away at the large pile of footage that was left on the cutting room floor. For proof of concept trailers, normally a few shorter clips are shot. However, over 35 complete... [Read more]
Cinders on BBC Look North
December 21, 2009
The BBC Look North crew came to Sundown Adventure Land to meet some of the cast and crew of Cinders. Here’s the report, in case you missed it. [Read more]
Apply to take part in Cinders
October 5, 2009
If you’d like to be involved in the Cinders project download the application form here, fill it in, and email it to the address given in the application. Pre production will be from January to June 2010 with filming in June and July.
Cinders Trailer Cast and Crew
October 1, 2009
Filming for the Cinders Trailer is all over. We’ve all put in lots of work and produced a mountain of footage for Darren to get through. Thank you, everyone, for making it happen so far. You can all give yourselves a pat on the back, and here’s a big thank you from everyone at Backyard [...] [Read more]
Trailer shoot is underway
September 2, 2009
The script/song writing, tech tests, set/prop building and costume acquiring/modifying all came together on 27 August when BYP began filming the concept trailer for Cinders. BYP were thrilled with the number of volunteer extras and crew that endured so much; everyone involved has done an amazing job! The talent and commitment of the actors has [...] [Read more]
Cinders tech test weekend and get together
August 3, 2009
Last weekend (August 1/2) Backyard Productions had the first tech test weekend for the Cinders project. It was an opportunity for many of the cast and crew to meet and get to know each other. The focus of the weekend was on testing of costumes, filming techniques and set pieces. Also, fun was had acting [...] [Read more]
Last minute audition, just in!
July 27, 2009
We’ve had a last minute audition for the role of Prince in Cinders. It certainly sets the bench high for the singing ability of the Prince… Just to clarify. Yes, that is Darren, the Executive Bully of Backyard Productions. [Read more]
Cinders Auditions in London a Triumph
July 8, 2009
Set on the glorious South Bank, the Movieum of London provided the perfect location for Backyard Productions’ second set of auditions. And what a day it was! We were treated to some exceptional talent and some stunning singing performances. Again, Dom provided a fantastic spread, and his “crew” were the epitome of professionalism. Without the [...] [Read more]
Computer Graphics for Cinders
June 21, 2009
Once the filming is complete, there will be lots of computer generated enhancements to produce. If you enjoy spending hours in front of a computer screen then we’d love to get to know you! [Read more]