NFTS 2014

[Boogs]

Can cling to the tiny hope that they're working through the 40 chronologically...Doing rejections alongside acceptances...but that's just clutching at straws I think...

 

[Zara DS]

Can cling to the tiny hope that they're working through the 40 chronologically...Doing rejections alongside acceptances...but that's just clutching at straws I think...

I really don't know what to think anymore. I hope they tell us something today. I am sick and tired of checking my email every second!

 

[Boogs]

I really don't know what to think anymore. I hope they tell us something today. I am sick and tired of checking my email every second!

yeah, they will...Rang the registry this morning, they advised me that everyone (?) was going to hear today. What day did your interview take place by the way?

 

[Boogs]

I really don't know what to think anymore. I hope they tell us something today. I am sick and tired of checking my email every second!

And what do you know about the London Film School MA in screenwriting (I've been accepted there, but have my doubts about the course and its duration...one year seems an awful short time to learn much...)

 

[Zara DS]

And what do you know about the London Film School MA in screenwriting (I've been accepted there, but have my doubts about the course and its duration...one year seems an awful short time to learn much...)

Hi
I am afraid, I do not know a lot about LFS but...I say it's good that you got accepted. It may be a very intense course- It's all about learning the ropes anyway. That's my opinion anyway.
Thanks for calling the registry....goodness....I am bloody nervous!

My interview was on the 8th. Yours?

 

[Boogs]

Hi
I am afraid, I do not know a lot about LFS but...I say it's good that you got accepted. It may be a very intense course- It's all about learning the ropes anyway. That's my opinion anyway.
Thanks for calling the registry....goodness....I am bloody nervous!

My interview was on the 8th. Yours?

11th....Guess that blows the chronological theory outta the water....

 

[Zara DS]

11th....Guess that blows the chronological theory outta the water....

but they already sent two acceptance emails we know of...so that leaves 8 places. How long does it take to send 8 emails? :-/

 

[Boogs]

but they already sent two acceptance emails we know of...so that leaves 8 places. How long does it take to send 8 emails? :-/

Yup. Just need to hear now. The wait has become unbearable. (as if it wasnt already)

 

[Zara DS]

Just got an email - I have been put on a reserve list....

 

[Boogs]

Just got an email - I have been put on a reserve list....

Me too. Fucking crazy.

 

[Zara DS]

How many people do you reckon are on the reserve list?? how many people drop out???
bloody hell!

 

[Boogs]

How many people do you reckon are on the reserve list?? how many people drop out???
bloody hell!

Would you like a phone chat, rather than this snail pace messaging...email me on bjpfarry@gmail.com with your email...I can send you my phone number or whatever....I spoke to the registry just now, and have some info regarding this.

 

[Zara DS]

email sent..see you there!

 

[Boogs]

Heh, I'm not sure what I'm more afraid of - Boogs' reaction if he doesn't get in, or his reaction if he does get in...

To follow up other people's comments yup, the 'scary Scot' was Brian Ward, who is the main tutor.

I didn't really feel a bad cop/good cop dynamic; they just asked challenging questions based on their own perspectives/role in the interview and each asked certain kinds of questions.

Like everyone I'm gritting my teeth every time I receive an email...

Did you hear anything Fromez?

 

[Larkan]

Boogs and Zara - I hope what the registry told you was positive. I can only add that on the open day the student who showed me around said she was on the reserve list and that there are usually AT LEAST a couple of people who drop out (offers from other schools, can't get the funding together in time etc).

Do keep us posted - it would be lovely to stay in touch, whatever the outcome, and I will continue to keep my fingers crossed for you both.

 

[Boogs]

Boogs and Zara - I hope what the registry told you was positive. I can only add that on the open day the student who showed me around said she was on the reserve list and that there are usually AT LEAST a couple of people who drop out (offers from other schools, can't get the funding together in time etc).

Do keep us posted - it would be lovely to stay in touch, whatever the outcome, and I will continue to keep my fingers crossed for you both.

Oh bless you Larkan. (Like the worst of all junkies, I still haven't managed to ween myself off this forum..."just one more hit goddamnit...") Thank you for posting this, it is actually what the Registry implied as well. Its been a very strange day, not quite the castrating disappointment that it could have been, and give the pseudo positive outcome for Zara and myself, it certainly didn't cut quite as deep as it could have. The kinda sad reality now however, is that we're both gonna remain in this strange little purgatory for at least another month or so, trying to resist the urge to wish bad (terrible horrific mindlessly violent) things on the successful candidates (except you Larkin, except you and maybe Ceylan's...MAYBE.)...Not sure if Zara's with me on this, but what the hell, I'll lump her in for the ride... And yes, I'd love to stay in touch, even just to gain an insight on what its really like... but beyond all this, (and far more importantly,) look, just have a absolutely fucking amazing time there, I hope it is everything you hoped it could possibly be....and y'know, if by some shred of chance I somehow end up in this years intake...I'll like, y'know, look you up. Go well.

 

[Boogs]

Boogs and Zara - I hope what the registry told you was positive. I can only add that on the open day the student who showed me around said she was on the reserve list and that there are usually AT LEAST a couple of people who drop out (offers from other schools, can't get the funding together in time etc).

Do keep us posted - it would be lovely to stay in touch, whatever the outcome, and I will continue to keep my fingers crossed for you both.

Oh bless you Larkan. (Like the worst of all junkies, I still haven't managed to ween myself off this forum..."just one more hit goddamnit...") Thank you for posting this, it is actually what the Registry implied as well. Its been a very strange day, not quite the castrating disappointment that it could have been, and give the pseudo positive outcome for Zara and myself, it certainly didn't cut quite as deep as it could have. The kinda sad reality now however, is that we're both gonna remain in this strange little purgatory for at least another month or so, trying to resist the urge to wish bad (terrible horrific mindlessly violent) things on the successful candidates (except you Larkin, except you and maybe Ceylan's...MAYBE.)...Not sure if Zara's with me on this, but what the hell, I'll lump her in for the ride... And yes, I'd love to stay in touch, even just to gain an insight on what its really like... but beyond all this, (and far more importantly,) look, just have a absolutely fucking amazing time there, I hope it is everything you hoped it could possibly be....and y'know, if by some shred of chance I somehow end up in this years intake...I'll like, y'know, look you up. Go well.

 

[ceylans]

I wonder how the reserve list works? I expect everyone is put in an order of some sort? I can't imagine open spots would be offered on a first come first serve basis, a kind of free for all.

I'm glad I don't have anymore painful waiting and wondering ahead of me. Although securing funding to pay the school fees seems painful enough. Anyhow, I'm keeping my fingers crossed that things work out for you, whether it's at NFTS or wherever else.

 

[Boogs]

I wonder how the reserve list works? I expect everyone is put in an order of some sort? I can't imagine open spots would be offered on a first come first serve basis, a kind of free for all.

I'm glad I don't have anymore painful waiting and wondering ahead of me. Although securing funding to pay the school fees seems painful enough. Anyhow, I'm keeping my fingers crossed that things work out for you, whether it's at NFTS or wherever else.

Yeah the registry spoke about that too Ceylans...they make a short reserve list, but there's no particular order, it's divided only by sex (female/male) If someone is unable to take up a place (and I gotta admit I'm crossing my fingers) then the reserve is selected based on who it was that dropped out, firstly on their sex, and secondly on their writing style/personality type etc...I guess its (as they mentioned at the interview stage) that the make-up of the group's in terms of dynamic and counterbalance is of some importance to them...Anyhow, have crossed you off the aforementioned, personal "wish-terrible-things-upon-them" list. Enjoy that course, write amazing things.

 

[Zara DS]

Hi Larkan
Thank you so much for the kind words!
Like Boogs just said, it is very strange feeling - you aren't fully disappointed but you remain in a limbo. I really really really hope that both of us can get in!
All the best to you! and All the best to you too Ceylans! - Please do stay in touch!
I really wanted to get a yes (well who didn't?) and wanted to meet you all too!!
Stay in touch!!! xoxo