Filmmaking Masterclass

Event: Filmmaking Masterclass

Location: James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library

(Beth Patridge Meeting Room)

Date and Time: Wed, Sep 25, 2024, 1:00 to 3:30 PM

Instructor: Al Hallak

Class Level: Suitable for all levels

Age Requirements: 18 years of age or older

Course Materials: Materials and instructions will be provided

Participants are encouraged to explore and practice essential filmmaking steps, from planning and shooting to editing the final scene.

Learning Outcome:

• Gain hands-on experience transforming a script into a filmed scene.
• Master techniques for staging, blocking, and working with actors to bring a story to life.
• Develop essential skills in communication with your cast and crew to ensure smooth collaboration.
• Understand how to edit your scene to enhance the narrative and flow of the project.
• Explore cutting-edge tools and technologies, including AI, that are shaping the future of filmmaking.

Topics covered include:

• Script Analysis and Pre-production: Learn how to break down a scene for shooting, plan for the day of filming, and make key decisions on casting, staging, and blocking.
• Producing Fundamentals: Understand the logistics of planning, coordinating, and executing a shoot, including managing your team and schedule.
• Directing Techniques: Explore how to effectively direct actors, stage scenes, and block for the camera to create dynamic visuals.
• Editing Insights: Discover how to shape a film through editing, making decisions that impact pacing, tone, and the final story.
• AI and New Technologies in Filmmaking: Examine how AI is revolutionizing filmmaking by offering tools for scriptwriting, producing, and post-production.

Join us for a social hour at Piece Out Del Ray after class! It’s a great opportunity to continue the conversation, socialize, and make new friends.

We've included behind-the-scenes videos from Pitch to Screen® Productions.

Host or Publisher Al Hallak