Somali TV show
I am interested in producing an ongoing low-budget Somali serial, and I'm looking for talented Somali writers to help me create this. We have the equipment, a tv studio and access to an experienced crew.What I am looking for is a group of talented writers in London to create an entertaining TV show about modern life in the diaspora, reflecting all aspects of Somali culture, the good and bad (even though I have no intention to be disparaging about Somali culture in any way). I'm thinking equal parts funny and dramatic, tackling various Somali-relevant issues in a fairly light-hearted way.
I am looking for people who:
- have a fluent grasp of both Somali and English, written and spoken.
- can understand and identify with Somali people of all ages and with all aspects of Somali culture in Britain
- are open-minded and inclusive
- are not afraid to tackle sensitive issues
- and most importantly, have a sense of humour about everything.
Previous experience is not necessary, and I'm looking for writers of various ages and different backgrounds.
Understand that this is a low-budget endeavour, as such any payment will be deferred. However, I have fairly advanced camera and lighting equipment at my disposal, and an extremely talented and well-trained crew. I'm just looking to rope in people who want to create something fun and lighthearted in their spare time to entertain the Somali people.
Ideally I am looking for a group of 3 to 5 writers to spend one day a week creating a long-running show, in the style of American TV writing.
We are ready to shoot a pilot as early as April, and if you live in London or you know someone who does and wants to get involved please e-mail me at xuminatrix@hotmail.com. If you have any writing samples, short stories, scripts etc., you want me to look at, you can send them to that e-mail address too.
Feel free to ask any questions, and please spread the word if you can, thank you.
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2 Comments:
Hmmm! This is good. You know who the most creative Somalis are? Those in the marfish :D. The stimulant does wonders to restore the mind to a supertnatural state. You need one writer from there- and another who writes against the marfish feller. Ontop of that you need a self-righteous writer who condemns the first man of bad habits and accuses the last one of intolerance. Then you need another literalist writer who talks things literary and is quick on the draw! :) It is only then that you can inject the comedian into these three man group, treating every and all of the previous men's concerns with seasoned humour and laidbackness.
Good luck lady....lol.
I'm a Somali poet based in the US. If you need anything, don't hesitate to contact me...
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