This is a highly technical course designed for those who want to work in
professional film production. Thus all aspects of production are
included, from Screenwriting, Film Analysis and Directing through to
Cinematography and Editing. Both essential technical theory and practical
tuition given by a variety of lecturers in all disciplines is combined
with the all-important film company visits, providing a unique route to
opportunities within the film industry.
Lectures are held on Fridays so
as to allow practical work on other days and often spilling over the
weekends if necessary, but there are also events on other days too,
especially Wednesday evenings, so the course involves work of at least 21
hours a week and the keen student will put in as much as 30 hours or
more. The opportunities are there if you are willing to work hard.
Set-building can take many hours... and can even be fun!
Entry is strictly by personal interview only after initial application, and
will be restricted to only the finest applicants so that they can receive
personal attention. A track record in film is NOT required. We look
instead for personal qualities and potential. A "team" attitude is
sought, so
prima donnas will not fit in. Special arrangements
will be made for overseas applicants, and telephone interviews - at our
expense - will be held.
The lucky applicants are divided into small
film crews which then work side by side throughout this intensive course
and, following intensive tuition, will, over the year, script, plan, shoot
and edit several productions using S35mm, S16mm and HDV. Some students
like to work with S8mm as well, as this gauge is now very popular
for music videos.
The Total Fee for the entire One Year Course,
including all materials, is only £3,500, and includes:
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Tuition for all three terms. See below or Application Form for dates.
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A textbook on Cinematography. This may vary with availability.
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Use of all 16mm and 35mm equipment, stock and processing.
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Attendance at Monthly Film Industry Lunches. These are normally held
at the famous London restaurant "Hush" on the 3rd Friday of each
month. Guest speakers have included Gerry Anderson, our patron Jack
Cardiff, Victor Spinetti and Roger Moore. Lunch is included, but not
drinks. Smart dress will be expected for these events, which are
intended to introduce you to the top end of the film industry, so you
will be meeting with producers, directors and writers' agents etc.
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We sometimes walk back to BAFTA for more drinks...
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An opportunity to meet with former and successful students. This has
often lead to valuable networking, resulting in helping out with local
professional filming.
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Attendance at any Special Effects and Digital Conferences.
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Pinewood Visits. The British Society of Cinematographers regularly
invite us to screenings there and to meet the DPs. Past screenings
have included "Nicholas Nickleby" where we met DP Dick Pope and "The
Hours" with Seamus McGarvey whom we had previously met at a screening
of "High Fidelity", and his latest film was "Atonement". Phil Méheux
and Alex Mills are usually there too, and "The Illusionist" was really
excellent...
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The Broadcast Video Forum Show. This is an annual event, usually held
at Earl's Court, and entry is free for students. Major suppliers of
equipment have trade stands enabling you to meet and chat with all the
leading players.
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The BSC Film Equipment Show is now a regular feature at Elstree
Studios, and this is where you meet many film people and where leading
manufacturers such as Arriflex and Panavision demonstrate all their
latest equipment. A real must!
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1st year's Student Membership of The Moving Image Society (BKSTS)
after Graduation. (future years renewable by you)
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1st year's Student Membership of The Directors' Guild of Great Britain
after Graduation. (future years renewable by you)
And Finally Your Graduation Diploma and the entitlement
to use the post nominals "ABFS" after your name. (Associate of the
Brighton Film School). (After satisfactory progress and regular
attendance*). As a Graduate you will also be entitled to enter the
prestigious Annual Kodak Commercials Competition and belong to our
yahoo.com networking system.
