Film as Collaboration

Catalog description

To create a film requires an array of elements, practices, and skills. All of these are driven by clarity of vision, unity of purpose, and a sense of passion. For this course, the group will be tasked with developing a film or group of films that works to unify and focus all these elements. From original conception to writing, pre-production, production and post production, the goal will be to create a work that reflects these elements, whether in writing, acting, visual coherence and aesthetics, performance, directorial vision, or producing. While some may come to the course with a team outside the group, others will work together to create works that express the urgency of the vision. Students are encouraged to bring to the conversation their pre-existing skill set(s) and those in which they wish to learn and deepen their understanding and know-how.