'I have made ten feature-length films which have sold all over the world and competed at the highest levels yet...Chris's seminar managed to refocus my career and was the most intense motivational filmmaking adrenaline shot I've ever experienced. Chris Jones is simply a movie Jedi master'
Ray Brady, Producer and Director

‘Fucking Inspiring’

Eric Storey - Director

‘A breathtaking 2 days.’

Kiko Haku – Director

'Thanks so much for a truly inspiring weekend and you can see I'm already at contract stage with a co-producer as a result'
Fenella Greenfield, Filmmaker

‘Making the seemingly impossible ABSOLUTELY POSSIBLE!’

Darren Stokes – Director/Writer/Editor

‘This course has tons of information, it’s lively, inspiring and with great stories – nothing is taboo. Chris has superb energy and total willingness to share his knowledge with us all. It sets us on a journey where we are armed and dangerous!’

Paul Hurstfield - Actor, Writer & Producer

‘Huge amount of information and a captive room of networking opportunities from the industry. I picked up a writing job for a short film shooting next week from the fourth person I spoke to! I would recommend the course to anyone that wants to learn how the film industry works and how to plan to make their own films.’
Mark North – Writer

‘Very informative and in a very vibrant, engaging way – exciting! For anyone wanting to know about making a film, this is the course.’

Alison Barclay – Writer

‘This touched the right nerves. Authentic. Realistic. Down to earth. Infectious. Chris is humble and sincere and close and personal.’

Oguzhan Orhan – Writer

‘Chris is knowledgeable, inspiring, warm and generous. There was way more given here than any film course I have attended – taught with humility.’

Mark Fitzgerald

‘Chris is fucking great! Love his enthusiasm, fantastic experience and knowledge – an incredibly generous person. If you’re at a crossroads or hurdle at any stage as a filmmaker (no matter what you do), this masterclass has been invaluable at revitalizing motivation and opening my mind to possibilities.’

Jasmin Greenland – Producer

‘I would recommend that all scriptwriters attend this course.’
Paul Middleton, Writer

‘What an action packed event!’

Mary Collins, Film Manager

‘Chris is energetic, awe inspiring, amazing, fantastic, charismatic, brilliant! As always he has enthused me to be the best person I can be – when’s the next one? I need more of this in my life.’

Jo Raggett - Screenwriter

‘Packed full of incredible and insightful information – a filmmaker’s essential toolkit. Chris is a powerhouse of enthusiasm.’
Jennifer Farfort – Writer/Director

‘Chris is the most inspiring person I’ve met in the film industry. Whatever stage of your filmmaking career you are in, go for it! Ignite and jump to the next stage.’
Enni Red – Writer/Producer

‘I’ve attended many LSF events. But this GF class is the least likely to just be ‘that thing you did’. This is the one that pushes me onwards.’
Vera Mark – Writer/Director

‘Infectious and inspiring.’
Emma Teare – Writer/Director

‘This course is empowering and totally motivating. After this class I’ll be changing the titles of two films and am going to tighten the edit of three re-released features going out over the summer.’

Ray Brady – Filmmaker

‘What I loved about this class was Chris’ enthusiasm and motivation. Fucking Awesome!  Great course, great teacher – would definitely recommend for ambitious new filmmakers.’

Eddie Sebastian – Writer

‘The Guerilla Filmmakers Masterclass is the two days that every film school should open with but never do.’

Giovanni Todeschini – Editor/Drone Pilot/Director

‘Chris is a nutcase in the best way. Inspirational and honest. If anyone is feeling as though their uncreative life is holding them back from being their true self – do this course!’

Jessica Bignell – Total Newbie

‘I loved all of this course, got a real phychological boost and really relevant information.’

Sultana Mirza – Writer

‘I can do it! I know what I am going into without being naïve. Chris is an amazing, inspirational filmmaker. If you want to learn the honest reality of independent film, come to this masterclass.’

Vanda Lapeira – Director/Producer/Editor

‘Chris feels genuine, open, honest and seems like someone I would love to have a pint with.’

Adam Taylor – Writer/Director

‘Chris is the embodiment of energy, resilience and authenticity.’

Iris May – Writer

‘Chris’ passion is infectious and he will make you feel like you can do it! By going on the Guerilla Filmmakers Masterclass, you get an instant tribe of massive fans who will help get your films made and seen!’

Guy Mannerings – Director

‘The course has put me in the mindset of actually making films now, with what I have to hand. Chris is not scared of being frank, vulnerable and relentlessly enthusiastic.’

Stuart Page – Writer/Director

‘What’s great about this course is being surrounded by people going through the same stuff – including Chris!’

Deborah Espect – Writer/Director

‘Great and useful answers to most of my burning questions. Chris is dynamic, genuine and extremely helpful.’

Joe Solomon – Director/Producer/Writer

'Just wanted to let you know how invaluable the weekend was. So much to learn, I was a little nervous before, the usual imposter syndrome, feeling like people might not think I have enough experience or a right to be there but I have come away from it realising I know more than I thought I did. It has been a great learning experience and huge boost to my confidence to both believe in myself and stop finding excuses not to try something. I was truly overwhelmed by how welcoming the crowd was and willing to offer advice and share knowledge'
Claire Lewis, Filmmaker

‘I have learned to embrace the fear and do it anyway!’

Derek Parsons – Producer

‘Inspiring, life changing! A great spiritual kick up the arse. Fantastic!’

Robert Gwyn Davin – Filmmaker, Actor, Director

‘This was the most honest filmmaking course I have ever been to!’

Lee Thorneycroft – Director, Writer

‘This weekend I have gained the confidence and belief to JUST DO IT! Quite possibly the best money I have ever spent’

Karen Newman – Filmmaker

‘It’s made me realize I have to answer the call to adventure. I’ve been too long resisting’

Jenny Page – Screenwriter

‘Might be the most definitive moment in my life!’

Michael Jennings – Filmmaker, Director

‘The connections I made were priceless!’

Michael Esteves – Writer, Producer

'I initially thought it would be interesting as I have studied your books. However I NEVER THOUGHT IT WOULD BE SO INCREDIBLY AWESOME as it was! It was truly a special weekend that I shall never forget. It has rejuvenated my passion and I feel I am in a good place again because of you. I will never forget that. Truly’

Marc Blaidd, Filmmaker

‘Thanks again for a kick ass event packed with great strategies and tactics!’

Bybreen Samuels

‘What a seismic weekend…’

Robert Gwynn Davies, Actor and Filmmaker

‘I'm at Heathrow about to return to South Africa. Thanks for the most fabulous workshop, I loved the emphasis on removing the mental blocks. I found it helpful for every aspect of my life, never mind just film making!’

Liesl, Filmmaker

‘Thank YOU. Best masterclass EVER.’

May D Gavini

‘Thank you, thank you, thank you. It was an OUTSTANDING two days. Unforgettable. I'm sure any resurgence in the ailing British film industry will be largely down to you and your delightful team for giving us all the kick up the ass we need. Feel so privileged to have attended. Pandora's box has opened! (In a good way!)’

Charlotte Essex, Screenwriter and Filmmaker

‘This is an outstanding, motivational, intensive masterclass that I would recommend to all filmmakers’

Ed Sebastian – Writer

‘It promised a huge shot in the arm and delivered on every level! Where were you?!’

Mark Hampton – Actor, Writer, Director

‘I am going home to write my career plan, something that I have never done. Realising I have more skills than I thought!’

Amy Livingstone – Writer

‘Amazing all round! I met loads of new contacts and have some more films coming up as a result!!’

Holly Jacobson - Director, Producer, Actor

‘I stood on stage with an arrow in my hand and I chose to trust Chris – and learned that if I act like a crazy person, other crazy people will follow!’

Ben Jacobson – Filmmaker

‘This course is essential for anyone who is serious about making films’ Kaley Jacobson – Filmmaker

‘An awesome, inspiring weekend filled with positive energy emanating from amazing people who just want to tell stories’

Dana Pierre – Screenwriter, Filmmaker

‘Chris is fabulous, he knows his stuff and his experience just shone through all the time. Worth every penny’.

Cassandra Adeneye – Filmmaker

‘Chris Jones’ energy was off the hook! Contagious and inspiring! Because of this workshop, I am now empowered to do my first documentary in Nigeria’

Lola Leigh – Producer

‘This weekend has reminded me and re-connected me with why I make films (which I didn’t realize I needed!)’

Dez Gray – Filmmaker, Director

‘No-one can fail to be inspired by the energy generated over this weekend! Boom!’

Q-Ell Betton - Filmmaker

‘Out of this weekend I am now helping shoot a film on Monday when I was planning to go shopping for clothes before my flight home’

Alison Hogge – Writer

‘After two days of intense information and film talk my brain and body feel like jelly, I am absolutely knackered and I love it! I cannot wait for tomorrow and the continuation of the journey’

Adam Spring – Filmmaker

‘Filmmaking is ultimately a collaboration of people, and events like GFMM are so good because they bring these like-minded people together and inspire them to be AWESOME!’

David Jacobson – Writer, Director

‘I have reconnected with the child inside that wanted to be He-Man. I HAVE THE POWER!’

Mike Jelves – Filmmaker

‘Guerilla Masterclass isn’t just filmmaking training, it’s a movement. If you’ve got courage, passion and commitment, you can be a part of it’

K T Parker – Writer

‘It’s lit a fire under my arse to go ahead and make my first dramatic short’

Alasdair Connell – Filmmaker, Critic

‘Gonna get shit done! Got the week of work next week and it’s gonna be nothing but creativity’

James Raynor – Filmmaker

‘This was something I came to with no expectations and left feeling inspired – everyone should experience this course!’

Roberta Mitchell – Picture Editor, Researcher, Negotiator

‘I wish I’d attended this event 15 years ago; I think I could have saved myself many many years of frustration and anguish. Better late than never!’

Nish Udhian – Filmmaker, Writer, Director

‘Come prepared to fully engage and you will be highly rewarded!’

Jo Fox

‘Amazing two days, amazing knowledge, amazing networking opportunity, amazing step to get your films made’

Nick Harvey – Producer

‘I’m going to make a film!’

Clare Walter – Filmmaker

‘The contacts I have made will have my short film shot and in the can this year’

David Henry Fussell – Filmmaker

‘This event was inspiring for me as an aspiring young (14 yrs old) filmmaker. I now think that my films might get somewhere other than 3 views on YouTube!’

Spencer Fox – Filmmaker, Writer, Actor, Director

'Immersion in filmmaking with peers has been invaluable at a time where I was doubting I could reignite my passion for my script. I really feel I’m back on track AND I’ve found another project I’m interested in’

Susannah Kudrath – Producer, Stills Photographer

‘This weekend has inspired me to move from Holland to London to find my new ‘peers circle’

Karine Pacaud – 3D Motion Graphics

‘Thank you so much for kickstarting my passion for filmmaking again’
Nicola Hague, 10 Stars!!!

I loved everything, it was so positive and rewarding while also brutally honest’
Dianne Thomas, Filmmaker

‘I came here starry eyed; now I have the blue print for the rocket!’
Nicholas Vince, Actor, Screenwriter & Director

‘I really enjoyed the networking and meeting other filmmakers’
Karen Cripps, Filmmaker

‘It increased my knowledge ten fold – informative, honest and interesting, covering pretty much every aspect of the business’
Courtney Radcliffe, Production Assistant and Screenwriter

‘The five stage career plan is golden!’
Phil Sanders, Filmmaker

‘This workshop is for people who are ready to look at themselves, their fears and their dreams – it’s to turn procrastinators into do-ers’
Romain Kedochim, Director of Photography

‘The knowledge and insight Chris has is invaluable to an independent filmmaker looking to further their career’
Mark Kelly, Filmmaker

‘This is the first time I’ve been shown how the industry works for low budget filmmakers in detail, and helped me identify where I am and where I’m going’
Jon Price, Writer & filmmaker

‘If you have always dreamed of putting your magnum opus on the big screen, the Guerilla Filmmakers Masterclass offers us little guys the knowledge and mind set to do it!’
James Evans, Independent Filmmaker

‘I have thrown away every excuse holding me back thanks to Chris and while I’m more aware of the issues, I feel 100% ready to go!’
Amy Kingsley-Hughes, Actor

‘I got in touch with my inner creative child again’
Maria Eckhardt, Filmmaker

‘The masterclass has given me a rounded insight of independent filmmaking.  I now understand where I should focus and what personal talents/skills I can use to push my career forward’
Danielle Baileigh, Writer & Visual Artist

‘I now have the confidence to move on from my internal monologue and actually get on and start doing a project’
Sarah C Richards, Filmmaker

‘Very good atmosphere, location and content as well as a good motivation boost.  I recommend this workshop to anyone!’
Mederick Padaud, Filmmaker

‘Keep a positive attitude, don’t let ‘your story’ hold you back and remember, “No” doesn’t mean “never” ‘.
Reaghan Reilly, Actor & Producer

‘I learnt a hell of a lot and it’s given me the inspiration to stop postponing and get out there and do it’
Eddie Sebastian, Screenwriter

‘Delivered in short bursts of rocket fuel for the soul’
Luke Campbell, Film maker
@LukeTV

'the masterclass has changed my life...thank you'
Karine Bedrossian, Film Maker

‘More than a masterclass on filmmaking, it’s a masterclass on attitude, courage, vision - on living the dream’
Adelle Kirby, Screenwriter
www.adelekirby.com

‘Incredibly detailed yet concise’
Ben Carlson, Filmmaker
www.bencarlson.co.uk

‘If you want an honest, no hold barred film making course, then this is it. Intensive 2 days of straight talking, no bullshit’
Dane Jones
@houstonjonesent

‘Loved it all’
Tito Sacci, Director

‘I have 45 pages of notes, a sore hand and a billion brain cells firing on all cylinders…’
Patrick Nash, Writer and Director

‘I have left with clarity on what I need to do next to drive my career, but more importantly, my inspiration, motivation and self belief tank is completely full. Bring on the next adventure!’
Natasha Gant, Filmmaker

‘The workshop has surpassed my expectations. Not only have I learned new information, but I’ve met some crazy filmmakers just like me’
Sonia Maffeis, Actor/Director/Writer

‘If you are even wondering about attending this, get on with and sign up!’
Will Hopkins, Filmmaker

‘It’s not just the information that makes this Masterclass so valuable, it’s the community that forms around you over the weekend that makes it NECESSARY! We found a first AD, got 60 new Twitter followers and even received more financing for our film over the weekend’
Justin Tagg, Writer / Director
@mouseshortfilm

‘AMAZING!’
Arash Khunshnazar, Filmmaker

‘Absolutely fantastic, so much information, passion and networking’
Diana Townsend, Writer/Producer
www.DeadlyIntentTheMovie.com

‘I loved the honest, philosophical and psychological aspect, making me question myself and career so that I now know what I really need to do next’
Jai Rajani, Writer/Director

‘I believe again’
Paul Sheeky, Writer/Director

‘Amazing, I can’t feel my brain’
Raj Pathak, Director/Producer

‘You can’t help but leave inspired. Great insights and so many like minded people’
Graham Curry, Production Manager

‘I wish I knew about this masterclass years ago, it would have stopped me dreaming and got me to start taking action’
Aidanna Kussainova, emerging filmmaker

‘After attending I have set a shooting date! Great energy, information, emotion and networking’
Dave Verheyen, Director and VFX Artist

‘I consider myself a professional film maker and I still got tons out of the masterclass. Highly recommended’
Marinella Setti, Filmmaker and writer
http://www.marinellasetti.com/
(Script supervisor on ‘28 Weeks Later’ and over 30 other features)

‘It was just perfect for me’
Neeta Kataria, Avid Editor/VFX

‘Screw film school. Come to the Masterclass then use your money to make your film’
David Smith, Filmmaker
(in post on first feature)
@twitmastro

‘I learnt so much my brain is about to explode! Met so many Directors, Producers, Writers, Actors.. such a wonderful tribe of creative people!’
Natalie Ames, Filmmaker

‘It has reminded me why I got into film making’
Matt Holt, Corporate Filmmaker
www.mglmedia.tv

‘It scared the crap out of me because I now know I have to do this… AWESOME!!!’
Andy Nichols, VFX Artist
www.andynhicholas.com

above - 2011 annual Guerilla Film Makers Masterclass in London with 370 film makers

"Well impressed, Chris Jones gets the top banana award for inspiration, education and provocation. His course The Guerilla Film Makers Advanced Masterclass illuminates a road that few have ever successfully travelled. He maps out the terrain with the skills of a battle hardened SAS pathfinder and is your survival guide in the feature film production jungle. Hunt him down and get equipped before you start your campaign and you might just make it. Chris directs his audience through the minefield of independent film making with confidence and clarity. His own experience as a 3 time feature film maker and writer of "The Guerilla Film Makers Handbook" allows him to deliver his hard won insights with more conviction and pragmatism than just about any other independent filmmaker in Britain today. His perspective and depth of knowledge is unique and an invaluable resource for anyone wanting to follow in his footsteps on the path to full feature film production."
Steve Wilson, CEO of Whistling Mule Productions

 'If I ever win an award for film making I will thank Chris Jones in my acceptance speech. Honestly!’
Philippa Heal - Film Maker

"Combines showing you the daunting scale of what you are undertaking with inspiring belief that you can do it."
Simon Aldous-Screenwriter

"I feel I've now got the confidence and knowledge to make the jump from shorts to features. It's so rare to have an opportunity to listen to someone who doesn't treat me like an idiot. I've learnt so much - every minute was golden to me."
Julie Randall - Film Maker

"I learned more about film-making in two days than I did in two years of academic study. If you only attend one course this year make it this."
Jamal Mustafa

"Fantastic, distils years of hard learned information into specific warnings and ways to navigate the minefield you didn’t even know existed."
Ben Rose-Director

"I have done several film courses in London and this is by far the best."
Garret Smyth - Film Maker

'I have delayed my trip back to Australia for this course, and it has been TOTALLY worth it! I will go home many times more motivated…!'
Derek Huckel - Film Maker and Actor

'This is a ‘magic’ course which truly embraces and expresses the potential lives of British Indie Film makers. It is, itself, a journey.'
Rebecca Kibble - Film Maker

'You will come out of the course wondering why you have not made a film yet!'
Rose Wicksteed - Film maker

'Informative, instructive and stimulating'
Humphrey Truman - Theatre Producer and Director

'Encouraging and inspiring. I want to make my movie NOW!!!'
Yolanda Nune - Composer and Director

'Chris has broken down the remaining barriers that have kept the dream behind bars - I now feel free to make my movie'
Paul Skellett - Director and Editor

'I have never spent two days listening to one guy talking before. Fascinating, enthralling and extremely informative'
Mike Knowles - Director

'Chris’ openness and honesty in discussing his failure is profoundly motivational… This course provides the kick up the arse any would be film maker needs to get going.'
Oli Lewington - Film maker

"I’m lost for words! Completely blown away! I just want to go out and make a movie now!"
Carol Ugbechie-Director

"Great, fantastic, value for money."
Barrington Robinson-Producer/Director

"Very good at taking the fear out of shooting on film-has given me a good idea of the whole process."
Robin Morgan-Director

"I don’t think it’s possible to have been taught more about the fundamentals of filmmaking in the time given-a very good choice for any first-time/wannabe producer."
Yasmin Samir-Producer

"Honest , warts n’all introduction."
Andrew Welding-Producer

"Spot-on."
Tony Fitzmaurice-TV Producer

"I cannot emphasise enough how inspiring the course was. Do the course, then do your film."
Jason Peck

"a full and honest account in great detail. Definitely worth the money and time."
Ian Geddes

"Money well invested"
Stephen Sidhu

"I feel I've now got the confidence and knowledge to make the jump from shorts to features. It's so rare to have an opportunity to listen to someone who doesn't treat me like an idiot. I've learnt so much - every minute was golden to me."
Julie Randall - Film Maker

"the opportunity to talk to people who have "been there" and "done that" was of inestimable value. A very worthwhile weekend"
Owen Carey Jones - Writer

"A good kick up the backside. Wonderful informal atmosphere"
John Langridge - Writer / Director

"The real world of the movie industry demystified"
Andrew Percival - Eskay Productions

"After watching Urban Ghost Story I feel lucky to be on this course. I can’t believe they’ll be running it much longer, the call from Hollywood is bound to be too great"
Bryan Romaine

"Fab, really useful, like the book but with bags more energy"
Charlotte Narramore

"The most informative, real worldly kick up the arse I’ve ever had. Give you the confidence you need to get going!"
Martin Riley - Director / Writer / Producer

"a must for anyone who is REALLY interested in making a low budget feature. Crammed with gems - an independent film makers treasure trove..."
Ben Morris - Writer / Director

"the course is funky, fun and brain frying! An excellent intro to the film business..."
Alison Reddihough - Actress / Producer / Writer

"Informative, inspiring and honesty - that’s the hype, and the reality is not far behind. I’m starting my feature tomorrow!"
Simon Corris Roberts - Director / Actor

"professional, succinct, entertaining and thoroughly enthralling. The course leaders were down to earth, completely accessible and their combined enthusiasm for film making was totally infectious..."
Mark Barrow - Producer

"an inspirational course that takes away the mystique of making a film. It’s a dream come true"
Stephanie Lunn - Director

"if you want to make a feature film and live anywhere near ‘reality’ then this is the best course of it’s kind. Tells you exactly what you need to know in two days. I've been to about 10 of these courses and nobody has matched your breadth of experience and knowledge. So thanks for a job well done ! Quite how you guys manage to speak for 10 hours straight is a mystery but there you go..."
Mike Mindell - Producer / Editor

"it’s like being crushed into a cannon ball, lit and fired out. An excellent course that gives it to you real and inspires you to just do it".
Cath Le Couteur - Producer

"There are few people I could sit for nearly nine hours listening to, without being bored - Chris Jones is one of them! An entertaining, interesting extremely useful course for anyone wanting to make a film."
Diana Larsen

"Bubbling with a sense of "Can do, try and stop me!" Delivered with wit, disarming honesty and fostering a real sense of camaraderie between the participants. A bargain."
Jim Coogan

"brilliant, insightful and thorough!"
Michael Franklin

"tells you what you really need to know, more down to earth than most courses"
Michael Anderson - Producer Director

"arms you to go to war in the film making business"
Rebekah John - Writer Director

"a course run by real film makers with their feet on the ground and with genuine experiences to draw from..."
Niko Brucher Von-Glasow - Producer

"Approachable, uninhibited, open-hearted, supportive, a REAL world of film making that makes you wish and desire to go out and do it right here, Right now – I want to do the course all over again!."
Etienne Dutoy - Producer/Writer