This class was originally recorded December 3 and 10, 2022. Recording of the classes, Q&A sessions, handouts and powerpoint slides will be sent to you.
A short film can be a career starter, a piece of art or just an entertaining, bite-sized moment on screen. No matter what your end-game, this class will get you started by helping you get your short film on the page and on the screen.
CLASS 1: Writing the Short Film
Sometimes there’s nothing more overwhelming than writing small. That’s why we concentrate on the short film’s unique structure and consider all of the artistic possibilities.
In this workshop, writing instructor Pilar Alessandra will help you:
CLASS 2: Making the Short Film
Once you’ve written it, it’s time to make it. Whether you are shooting your film on your iPhone, DSLR, or an Arri Mini, you need basic skills to ensure you are visually telling an appealing story that will elevate you as a filmmaker. This class will virtually walk you through how to create these elements in your work and help you prepare to direct your film.
In this workshop, filmmaker Landi Maduro will cover: