Festival showcasing work of independent filmmakers begins in Paisley tonight
dailyrecord.co.ukNow in its fourth year, the HB Film Fest has become a regular fixture in the Paisley events calendar.The independent film extravaganza is taking place this weekend and celebrates all the work of filmmakers who have the talent, but not necessarily the budget, to match mainstream practitioners.It is the brainchild of Gary Hewitt, a former University of the West of Scotland film student and owner of broadcasting and media production company, Hewitt & Bryce.The festival will see the work of local and international filmmakers screened across three days at the Wynd Centre in Paisley – beginning tonight at 6pm.Gary, 33, says the purpose of the film festival is to shine a light on the work of those going unnoticed at other events due to budget constraints.He explained: “There isn't a lot of funding for films, especially short films in Scotland, and I guess the UK as a whole.Renfrewshire Live, the new free app dedicated to bringing you around the clock breaking news, is now available to download.Powered by the Paisley Daily Express, Renfrewshire Live is your go-to source for news, features and sport with live coverage provided direct to the app, seven days a week.The dedicated team of experienced journalists, responsible for the publication of the award-winning Express, will focus on breaking news, day and night, across Renfrewshire’s towns and villages.There is also a dedicated St Mirren section that will follow every kick of the ball with the Buddies.Available on both Android and Apple.
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