Young (or old) aspiring filmmakers today are often faced with a dilemma: how to refine their skills and launch into a filmmaking career without wasting time and effort, and without breaking the bank. The most reputable film schools often have a wait list or are very selective—and the cost can be enormous. Additionally, many students…
THE BEST PLACE TO LEARN THE HISTORY OF FILM
How to Learn the History of Film? One of the key ingredients in the success of the modern or post-modern filmmaker is that he or she has a familiarity with the history of film, and when considering film programs, you must ask yourself if film school is the best place to learn the history of…
BENEFITS AND DRAWBACKS OF COLLEGES
It is generally assumed that going to college is the best pathway to a lucrative and rewarding career—and there is no doubt that a college education is at beneficial in most cases. At the same time, while we wouldn’t want to discourage anyone from getting an education, the actual benefit derived from going to college…
ARE THERE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR FILM DIRECTORS?
If you want to go to film school to learn to direct movies, you might be wondering whether there are scholarships for film directors. Film schools can be quite expensive, and while jobs in film are potentially quite lucrative, the job market is less predictable in the film industry than it is in other professions….
ACTING SCHOOL
If you’re considering attending acting school, you’ll find that there are many options out there. Many traditional colleges offer majors in theater, and there are graduate programs in acting, as well. In addition, film schools and conservatories can provide excellent training for the up-and-coming actor. And then there are weekly acting courses that can be…
ADOBE PREMIERE PRO: SHOULD YOU LEARN IT?
As a young filmmaker or film student, perhaps you’ve heard of Adobe Premiere Pro. This film and video editing software has seen a recent surge of popularity, especially since the developers at Apple created the new version of Final Cut to function more like the lesser iMovie software (something many filmmakers are complaining about). The…
FILM EDUCATION
A Screenwriter College That Is Right for You Posted: 07/23/2012 The point is, you need more than just an education if you hope to make it in the film industry. You also need connections, and you need to learn how to work those connections to your advantage. The truth is, most film schools aren’t going…