HOME are looking for 20 young filmmakers and film fans aged 16-19 to take part in our BFI Film Academy 2023. 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:
Wed 4th Oct, 17:30 – 19:30 (at HOME)
Sat 7th Oct, 11:00 – 17:00 (at HOME)
Wed 11th Oct, 17:30 – 18:30 (online)
Sat 14th Oct, 11:00 – 17:00 (at HOME)
Wed 18th Oct, 17:30 – 18:30 (online)
Sat 21st Oct, 11:00 – 17:00 (at HOME)
Mon 23rd Oct, 11:00 – 15:00 (at HOME)
Tue 24th – Fri 28th Oct, 10:00 – 17:00 (at HOME)
Wed 1st Nov, 17:30 – 18:30 (online)
Sat 4th Nov, 11:00 – 16:00 (at HOME)
Wed 8th Nov, 17:30 – 18:30 (online)
Sat 11th Nov, 11:00 – 16:00 (at HOME)
Wed 15th Nov, 17:30 – 18:30 (online)
Sat 18th Nov, 11:00 – 17:00 (at HOME)
Wed 22nd Nov, 17:30 – 18:30 (online)
Sat 25th Nov 11:00 – 15:00 (at HOME)
Sat 2nd Dec, 11:00 – 17:00 (at HOME)
Wed 6th Dec, 17:30 – 20:30 (at HOME)
The course is completely free to attend, with travel reimbursed and bursaries available for additional expenses. Participants must be 16 – 19, based in Manchester or Greater Manchester and you cannot apply if you are attending university.