Independent Filmmaking: From Idea to Screen

Schedule

Sat Nov 21 2026 at 01:30 pm to 03:00 pm

UTC+11:00
Location

The Edge, Fed Square | Melbourne, VI

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Explore the art of independent filmmaking through hands-on writing and directing exercises with award-winning filmmaker Kalu Oji.
About this Event

Ever wondered what it takes to bring a film idea to life?

Join filmmaker Kalu Oji, founder of naka Practical Cinema School, for an interactive workshop exploring the creative possibilities of independent filmmaking in contemporary Australian cinema.

Through practical exercises in writing and directing, you'll explore different approaches to storytelling, develop your creative ideas and discover techniques you can apply to your own filmmaking projects.


What to expect
  • Creative writing: Explore how ideas develop into stories for the screen.
  • Directing: Discover different approaches to translating a story into visual storytelling.
  • Hands-on learning: Take part in practical exercises designed to build creative confidence.
  • Independent filmmaking: Gain insight into the creative process and possibilities of making films outside traditional production pathways
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Where is it happening?

The Edge, Fed Square, Flinders Street, Melbourne, Australia

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