Marlow Film Studios

16/10/2025

John Brain of Brainy Songs shares his thoughts on why High Wycombe is perfectly placed for creative growth and how Marlow Studios will play a vital role in nurturing and accelerating that momentum - the region is brimming with potential.

Marlow Studios aims to open doors to new jobs, training and creative careers right here in Buckinghamshire.

16/10/2025

🎷 There's still time to get your FREE tickets!

We’re proud sponsors of an event, coming up this weekend. Catch 22 Jams house band is taking over Ginger Wings, Marlow on the 18th October from 9pm. This special night features Aaron Liddard, the phenomenal saxophonist who’s played with Amy Winehouse, Prince, Beverley Knight and many more iconic artists.

Grab the chance to enjoy world-class musicianship up close. Let them know you're coming; grab your free ticket here: https://catch-22-jams.designmynight.com/

15/10/2025

BNU students Leon Pisani and Daniel Ward generously volunteered their time to film reflections from the young cast of Wycombe Swan’s Shrek Summer Youth Project. It was a brilliant filmmaking effort and an unforgettable experience for everyone involved.

Here, Eve shares why she joined in and what she enjoyed about taking part.

13/10/2025

🎷 Live in Marlow – Music, Community & Creative Energy! 🎶

We’re proud to support an event that brings real creative buzz to the heart of Marlow. The Catch 22 Jams house band is taking over Ginger Wings, Marlow on the 18th October from 9pm with jazzy grooves, funky vibes and a truly electric atmosphere and best of all, entry is free!

This special night features Aaron Liddard, the phenomenal saxophonist who’s played with Amy Winehouse, Prince, Beverley Knight and many more iconic artists. It’s a rare chance to enjoy world-class musicianship up close locally. At Marlow Studios, we’re passionate about supporting local arts and live performance. Events like this reflect the creative energy and cultural heartbeat that makes our creative community so special.

Don’t miss it – grab your free ticket here (it helps with planning!): https://catch-22-jams.designmynight.com/

10/10/2025

The 69th BFI London Film Festival in partnership with American Express takes place from 8th to 19th October in London and around the UK and you're invited! Discover the world’s best new films, series and immersive storytelling.

Get your tickets and learn more here: https://whatson.bfi.org.uk/lff/Online/default.asp

07/10/2025

Elle Pethurst, Creative Learning Manager or Wycombe Swan, shares the heart behind the theatre's Summer Youth Project production of Shrek, a joyful celebration of creativity, confidence and community that we were proud to sponsor this August. With thanks to BNU students Leon Pisini and Daniel Ward who volunteered their time to capture behind-the-scenes footage.

30/09/2025

🎬 AI Meets Animation: OpenAI Eyes Hollywood 🎬

Artificial Intelligence continues to reshape creative industries and now it's heading straight for the big screen. OpenAI has announced Critterz, an animated feature film powered largely by its own AI tools, including the newly released GPT-5.

Set for a global release in 2026 following a Cannes Film Festival debut, Critterz is being pitched as a proof of concept to film studios: AI can mean faster production and lower costs. But will Hollywood bite?

With the future of filmmaking being reimagined, this project may spark fresh debates around creativity, technology, and storytelling.

📖 Read more:

OpenAI hopes Critterz will convince wary film execs to embrace AI with its low budget and accelerated production schedule.

29/09/2025

We are excited to share that Marlow Studios is sponsoring the Dramatic Narrative award at the Ealing Film Festival in October.

Robert Laycock, CEO of Marlow Studios commented, “It’s wonderful to be able to be support Ealing Film Festival's celebration of west London's rich heritage in film and TV. The fantastic stories on show at this year’s festival show that Ealing is still brimming with the creativity that has drawn the attention of the world for a century. We hope that soon Marlow will also be able to play a starring role - ushering in a new era of storytelling in the region which will put both talent and technology at the heart of production.

The festival's award for Dramatic Narrative recognises the best examples of how to bring a diverse mix of bold, powerful stories to life which enlighten, challenge, and engross us, all while inspiring profound pride in local talent. We wish all entrants the very best in their future creative endeavours.”

Ealing Festival kicks off on the 2nd October. You can find out more here: https://ealingfilmfestival.com/

Photo credit: Katarzyna Krynsk (Instagram: ).

19/09/2025

Fascinating to hear Mark Zuckerberg share his thoughts on how AI will innovate the TV industry.

Meta Connect had a sharp focus on all things at the intersection of glasses, AI and 3D, including the launch of a new entertainment division, introduced by C...

17/09/2025

Spotlight on… The Sound Engineer 🎙

A sound engineer captures the heartbeat of a production, from the dialogue between actors to the atmosphere, textures and tones that make a story feel alive. From placing microphones to mixing audio on the fly, they ensure every word, rustle and distant rumble is crystal clear.

Their work doesn’t stop at what you hear in the moment. They record ambient sounds, protect against unwanted noise and deliver pristine audio files for post-production. The result? Immersive soundscapes that transport audiences straight into the world on screen. Whether it’s the intimacy of a whispered secret or the roar of a chase scene, a sound engineer makes sure it’s heard exactly as the filmmakers imagined.

15/09/2025

📸 Local Business Spotlight – Neil Marshment Photography📸

Based in High Wycombe, Neil Marshment brings years of expertise in photography, specialising in events, portraits, lifestyle shoots and visual content for websites and media. His work captures not just images, but moments that tell powerful stories.

As a strong supporter of the Marlow Studios project, Neil shares our vision for regenerating the local area; creating a vibrant hub for creatives and opening opportunities for the next generation in the creative industries.

Neil puts it beautifully: "A perfect photograph needs no words – it tells a story of a single moment and creates an emotional connection all at once. Photography is my language."

📷 Learn more about Neil Marshment Photography here: https://neilmarshment.co.uk/

Visit Neil's website to learn more or say hello to Neil at [email protected]

11/09/2025

High Wycombe awarded £230k to boost local culture and creativity 🎭✨

We are delighted that High Wycombe has received a £230,000 grant from Arts Council England to support a three-year programme aimed at growing and celebrating local arts and culture.
Secured by Buckinghamshire Council in partnership with Bucks Culture and the town’s creative community, the ‘Place Partnerships High Wycombe’ project will:
Position High Wycombe as a place where creativity brings people together
Develop a new cultural hub in the town
Support local artists, venues, and organisations to thrive
Launch a development and skills-sharing programme across the creative sector
Additional support from the Rothschild Foundation and investment from Buckinghamshire Council will help make this vision a reality. The first steps will include setting up the cultural hub, launching network and knowledge share sessions, and creating a new identity for culture in the town. This further strengthens the creative ecosystem in the wider Buckinghamshire area. Wonderful news for our sector!

Photo credit: Ed Silvester for High Wycombe Life Magazine