Film Pre-Production to Production: From Idea to Execution

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— Methodology — This course is designed for all levels, from beginners wanting to start their first project to professionals looking to refine their creative vision. — Learning Philosophy — I believe that learning is a dialogue. My approach is flexible and adapts to your needs: field case studies, participatory guidance during creation, and targeted training on specific aspects. Sessions are scheduled according to your needs and constraints, ideally every two weeks to maintain a good rhythm. — First Meeting — During our first meeting, we will define the framework, method, tools, and objectives of the training together. — Topics Covered — Preparation • Defining the specifications, objectives, and intentions • Concept development • Research • Pre-existing similar projects • Narrative/visual aesthetics, inspirations • Directing concepts: the director’s responsibilities • Production concepts: the producer’s responsibilities Scriptwriting/Outline • Formatting • Structure • Dialogues • Effective formulas Budgeting • Breakdown Preproduction • Theoretical concepts: the hierarchy of a production • Responsibilities of a production manager and assistant director • Artistic direction • Storyboarding and image grammar • Scouting (technical) • Material preparation, rental management • Workflow • Rehearsals Shooting • Sound recording • Mastering the camera and viewpoint • Visual storytelling • Using light to influence emotions • Building a cinematic image • Directing actors Postproduction • Editing: techniques and grammar • Sound design: sound effects, audio narration • Interaction with a music composer • Color grading: the power of image treatment and visual aesthetics • Introduction to special effects with After Effects

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Creative Writing is a subject for those with imagination, talent, and a passion for literature, film and television, poetry and so much more. Whichever pathway you wish to discover, this class will give you the necessary skills to develop and explore different styles of writing, giving you an example of industry-standard work. This class can help you work towards English Language/Literature/Creative Writing qualifications at many different levels, hopefully inspiring you to pursue a university education or career in this field. However, if you simply wish to explore your talent in fiction writing, I can provide insight into the industry and university level education of this subject.

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This course offers a dynamic exploration of filmmaking as a timeline, weaving together the evolution of cinematic movements, genres, and influential auteurs with their corresponding geopolitical and historical contexts. Students will examine how film has both reflected and shaped societal narratives across different eras and regions. Key themes and topics include: The Birth of Cinema: Early experiments in motion pictures and the silent era's groundbreaking innovations. Movements and Revolutions: From German Expressionism and Italian Neorealism to the French New Wave and beyond. Genres Across Time: The rise of key genres, such as noir, science fiction, and musicals, and their social significance. Auteur Theory: In-depth analysis of iconic directors whose works have defined and challenged cinematic norms. Global Perspectives: Exploration of world cinema, including Asian, African, and Latin American contributions to the art form. Cinema as Social Commentary: Films as responses to historical moments, such as wars, revolutions, and cultural shifts. By tracing the interplay between filmmaking and historical events, students will gain a deeper appreciation for the art form’s capacity to influence and be influenced by the world around it.

Film scoring is both an art and a craft, requiring a balance of creativity and technical skill. This course is designed to guide you step by step through the entire process of composing music for film, from your first idea to the final score ready for recording. You'll learn how to interpret a film's narrative and emotional beats, develop thematic material, and use industry-standard tools to create a dynamic score. We'll cover everything from sketching musical ideas to orchestrating, preparing MIDI mock-ups, and formatting scores for professional recording sessions. By the end of this course, you'll have the confidence and skills to tackle film scoring projects, no matter the scale.

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You will learn how to turn your ideas into screenplays with engaging and challenging storylines to engage an audience in TV and Film, using Industry standards. We will then look at how to write a Pitch Deck to send to Executive Producers and Commissioners. We will then look at how you cast, what crew will you need, do location reccies, costume and art design, which will lead to how to produce a Production Schedule, which is essential for everyone involved. You will learn about creating a shot list for your shoot, which includes camera angles, framing, lighting, lenses and additional equipment necessary. Once you have everybody and everything you need for your particular project, you will go out filming. You will then learn how to use Editing software, and how to make choices that are interesting and exciting.

Project management is the process of planning, organizing, and overseeing work to achieve specific goals within a set timeframe, budget, and scope. It involves using skills, tools, and techniques to ensure a project runs smoothly from start to finish. If you are interested in this subject, I'm here to teach you the basics of project management.

The history of Italian cinema is rich, vibrant and full of surprises. In this class, we will undertake a unique journey from its origins, with the establishment of Italian Silent Film and the so-called Golden Era, throughout the many developments and discoveries of the twentieth century, and all the way to what is Italian Cinema today. We will discuss and analyse films that played a remarkable role in shaping modern cinema: from the school of Neorealism to the auteur tradition of film directors such as Fellini, Antonioni, Visconti, Bertolucci, and many more. We will learn the language of cinema and discover a new way to unlock the meaning and artistry of filmmaking. About this course, this is a one-of-a-kind class accessible to everyone and that combines materials taught at university level with the flexibility and fun of one-on-one bespoke courses.

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