Students will be producing a dramatised documentary film based on a play that they have already filmed in it's rehearsal stages. This film will use suitable locations for the actors to recreate their stage rolls in a 'real life' setting. Students will be 'scouting' these locations for their suitability and 'dressing' the sets as required. The script will be based on the play but may require adaptation for the film version. Some of the students will be using their previous experience of film production and they will be able to assist any new students to the subject. The course should increase students self confidence and awareness, as well as continuing their ability to work as a team, which is very necessary when shooting a film.
Additional information about this course
Course is only open to Volunteering matters members.
Course aim
The aim of this course, which is continued in C2225139 and C2225140 as all part of the same exercise, is to explore confidence and self awareness in producing a documentary film.
Do I need any particular skills or experience?
- No skills or experience needed
- This course is suitable for beginners and improvers
- Service users of Volunteering Matters - The Loop
By the end of the course I should be able to:
- Help adapt a theatrical play into a version for film. This will require writing a film script.
- Use video camera and sound recording equipment.
- Work collaboratively with other students as part of the film crew.
- Exchange ideas during the film making process by reflective practice and discussions
- Gain self confidence by performing/acting in front of the camera.
How will I be taught?
- The WEA tutor will use a range of different teaching and learning methods and encourage you and the group to be actively involved in your learning
What kind of feedback can I expect?
- You will have opportunities to discuss your progress with your tutor
- You will be encouraged to share your work with the group and discuss your learning
- You will be encouraged to consider other students work and give your opinions and suggestions
- A file of work will be kept which will help to record your progress
What else do I need to know?
- Nothing else is needed
- All materials will be provided
Pre-course work, reading and information sources
- No pre reading or pre course work is required
What can I do next?
- Progress to another WEA course
- Progress to a course with another provider
- You could progress to Higher Education courses. Follow link to the PEARL website for information http://pearl.open.ac.uk/
- Access the WEA What Next? booklet here http://www.wea.org.uk/learn-wea/what-can-i-do-next
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