DIRECTION

Course Description

• Introduction to Film Direction:
  Explaining what film direction entails and its importance in the film making process.
• Understanding the Directors Role:
  Describe the responsibilities of film director, including overseeing the creative aspects of a film, guiding the actors and making critical decisions to bring the script to life.
• Elements of Visual Storytelling:
  Discuss the director’s role in visual storytelling, including framing, composition, lighting and camera movement.
• Character Development and Performance:
  Explain how directors work with actors to develop characters and elicit authentic performances.
• Script Analysis and Interpretation:
  Explore how directors analyze scripts, interpret the story and translate it into visual language on screen.
• Directing Techniques and Approaches:
  Introduce various directing techniques and approaches, such as blocking, shot planning, improvisation, and how they influence the overall film.
• Understanding Genres and Styles:
  Discuss how directors adapt their style and approach based on the genre of the film and their personal artistic vision.