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Ghosts of a Different Kind - Alternative Horror Watches This Halloween | Uni-versal Extras
19 Oct 2023

Ghosts of a Different Kind: Unconventional Watches This Halloween

Looking for a bone-chilling watch this time of year? We're diving into recent undercover spooks that highlight ghosts of a different kind...
28 Sep 2023

Where You’ll Spot UVE At This Year’s BFI London Film Festival!

It's the 67th annual BFI London Film Festival! Want a heads up on which UVE productions to keep an eye out for this October?
19 Sep 2023

Don’t Pay Until You’ve Booked A Job: Listing Fees Explained!

Transparency aboard the good ship UVE is very important to us, so we wanted to make extra sure that everyone who joins #teamgreen feels confident and…
Profile Photo Backgrounds - Uni-versal Extras
17 Aug 2023

Get Photos Approved First Time With Perfect Photo Backgrounds!

Today we're looking at our most commonly-seen profile photo backgrounds and if they cut the mustard with our moderation team!
The Great Catsby & Other Films With Feline Leads! | Uni-versal Extras
08 Aug 2023

The Great Catsby: Classic Movies If The Leads Were Cats!

We're celebrating International Cat Day by reimagining 5 classic films if they'd have had slightly furrier cast members...
Extras Work Through the Ages | Universal Extras
21 Jul 2023

Extras Through The Ages

We're taking a look at 10 UVE productions set in different period settings - as well as what that means for the Artistes they look for!
School Out For Summer? Here’s Why Extra Work is Perfect For Students! | Uni-versal Extras
22 Jun 2023

School Out For Summer? Here’s Why Extra Work is Perfect For Students!

This week, you may have spotted us mentioned on Channel 4's 'Steph's Packed Lunch', representing some of the best available summer work in their June Job…
7 Fashion Trends Inspired by Movies! | Where Fashion Meets Film: 7 Fashion Trends Inspired by Movies | Uni-versal Extras
08 Jun 2023

7 Unforgettable Fashion Trends and the Film Characters that Inspired Them!

Ahead of London Fashion Week 2023, we're looking at 7 unforgettable fashion trends and the iconic film characters that inspired them!
01 Jun 2023

8 Must-Watch Movies & TV Shows To Celebrate Pride! [2023]

From captivating dramas to heart-warming comedies, this Pride month, we're looking back at some incredible UVE productions that helped both educate and celebrate the LGBTQ+ experience...
7 Fun Facts | Uni-versal Extras
25 May 2023

7 Behind The Scenes Facts from UVE Productions!

Seeking some interesting titbits to impress your friends at your next movie night? Here are 7 of our favourite behind-the-scenes facts about productions you'll spot UVE…
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