HOME are looking for 18 young filmmakers and film fans aged 16-19 to take part in our BFI Film Academy 2022. This intensive 3-month project will cover practical filmmaking, film theory, programming, distribution and certification.
During this project you will work with your fellow young filmmakers, and a range of industry professionals, as you make a short film from start to finish. You will learn about everything from development, production, post-production and marketing as you are guided through the filmmaking process.
Whether you are an avid filmmaker, have studied film or are just starting out with a passion to learn more, then this is the opportunity for you!
The Academy will cover:
- 12 fictional short filmmaking sessions
- 4 film theory sessions
- 2 sessions on the business of film including certification and programming
- Industry sessions and networking
- Silver Arts Award qualification
The Film Academy takes place on the following dates:
Wednesday 5th October, 17:30 – 19:30
Saturday 8th October, 11:00 – 17:00
Wednesday 12th October, 18:00 – 19:30
Saturday 15th October, 11:00 – 17:00
Wednesday 19th October, 18:00 – 19:30
Saturday 22nd October, 11:00 – 17:00
Monday 24th – Friday 28th October, 11:00 – 17:00
Wednesday 2nd November, 18:00 – 19:00
Saturday 5th November, 11:00 – 17:00
Wednesday 9th November, 18:00 – 19:30
Saturday 12th November, 10:00 – 18:00
Wednesday 16th November, 18:00 – 19:30
Saturday 19th November, 11:00 – 17:00
Wednesday 23rd November, 18:00 – 19:30
Saturday 26th November, 12:00 – 16:00
Saturday 3rd December, 11:00 – 16:00
Thursday 8th December, 17:30 – 20:30
Please note, this course is not open to those studying at university. Our Film Academy is free for participants to attend and travel to and from the workshops will be reimbursed.