FLMA 1100 (3 credits) (3:1:0)

Introduction to Film Production

From Crews to Creative (Writing/Acting/Directing): This introductory course covers every aspect of a film production on the technical/crew side and offers a critical approach to the art of screen writing, film acting, and film directing. Students who have an interest in pursuing a career in film complete this course with a clear understanding of the wide variety of skills it takes to fill dozens of positions required technically, administratively, and creatively in the film industry.

Note: This course is open to all Langara College students.

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Last Updated: 23-MAY-2008

FLMA 1110 (3 credits) (2:2:0)

Techniques of Film Acting

Using scripts from a variety of film and television styles, students will be introduced to working with the camera. Students will study script analysis and choice-making. Basic techniques such as "hitting their mark", finding and working in key light, camera awareness, and movement on camera will be covered.

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Last Updated: 08-JUL-2005

FLMA 1120 (3 credits) (2:2:0)

Voice I

Preparatory and advanced work on dialects, including study of the International Phonetic Alphabet: Speech work with particular reference to working on microphone; Additional Dialogue Recording (ADR); voice-over techniques; and WALLA (background sounds).

Last Updated: 08-JUN-2005

FLMA 1130 (3 credits) (2:2:0)

Feature Film Lab

New Course

Through a combination of lectures and workshops, students will complete a treatment for a feature film and a minimum first draft of the first act. Emphasis will be on structure, plot and character development. Students may complete a screenplay that they began in an introductory course or begin with an original concept. Minimum output 60 pages.

Last Updated: 04-MAY-2005

FLMA 1140 (3 credits) (2:2:0)

The Short Film

Students will study the characteristics of a good short film, script treatments, screenplay format, scene construction, structure, character development, plot and dialogue. They will develop outlines for three short films and complete two drafts and a polish for at least one of them. Minimum output 40 pages.

Last Updated: 08-JUL-2005

FLMA 1150 (3 credits) (2:0:3)

Editing Techniques, Styles and Digital Camera

Through lectures and labs, students will learn Final Cut Pro post-production picture-editing theory and techniques, including logging, off-line assembly, structure, and locking picture. Students will learn the operation of digital cameras, including options and aspect ratios for full-application production techniques and the exploration of lighting set-ups.

Last Updated: 08-JUL-2005

FLMA 1160 (3 credits) (2:2:0)

Visualization

Fundamentals of film directing with an emphasis on effective storytelling. Studies in script analysis, mise-en-scene, cinematic motion, form and style, and coverage.

Last Updated: 08-JUL-2005

FLMA 1170 (3 credits) (4:0:0)

Principles of Production

From development through pre-production, production, and distribution, this course will cover every aspect of filmmaking from the Producer's perspective. As an adjunct to this course, students will complete The Performers' Orientation Course (ACTORS), and the British Columbia Film Industry Orientation Course (WRITERS AND DIRECTORS), WHMIS (Workers Compensation Board -- Set Safety). This seminar is hosted by British Columbia Institute of Film Professionals, one weekend of Sat. and Sun. 9 a.m to 5 p.m. for a total of 14 hrs. Time TBA

Last Updated: 08-JUL-2005

FLMA 1180 (3 credits) (1:4:0)

Collaboration: The Actor

This course will concentrate on narrative/dramatic elements of cinematic storytelling for the actor. Actors will practice their rehersing and acting skills in collaboration with the writers and directors, adjusting their performances to the needs of the scripts and the directors' visions. In a collaborative atmosphere, actors will have input into the creative process through feedback to the writers and directors. All three streams of students will work together to produce short films and film scenarios. FLMA 1180, 1181, and 1182 are taught concurrently, and students work collaboratively to complete the required course assignments.

Last Updated: 08-JUL-2005

FLMA 1181 (3 credits) (1:4:0)

Collaboration: the Writer

This course will concentrate on narrative/dramatic elements of cinematic storytelling for the writer. Writers will practice their pitching, writing, and rewriting skills in collaboration with the actors and directors. Writers will create original concepts and be teamed up with the directors and actors to produce their short films and film scenarios. FLMA 1180, 1181, 1182 are taught concurrently, and students work collaboratively to complete the required course assignments.

Last Updated: 08-JUL-2005

FLMA 1182 (3 credits) (1:4:0)

Collaboration: The Director

This course will concentrate on narrative/dramatic elements of cinematic storytelling for the director. Directors will practice pitching projects and receiving pitches from writers. Directors will work closely with actors in the rehearsal process to practice effective communication of objectives and obstacles. Directors will work closely with writers to define acts and character arcs. FLMA 1180, 1181, and 1182 are taught concurrently, and students work collaboratively to complete the required course assignments.

Last Updated: 08-JUL-2005

FLMA 1200 (3 credits) (3:1:0)

Art of the Short Film

This introductory course offers a critical approach to the art of the short film through the screening and analysis of great short films. In critiquing various award-winning films, students will understand what makes for a great short film, both from the perspective of its art and its craft, and also the peculiarities of the form. Selected films will show how diverse the various genres are that use the short film form and also the breadth of artistic vision and style achieved in the form. For students interested in pursing a career in film, they will be exposed to the possibilities offered by the form: festival films, calling card films, short films from around the world, and films that have launched the careers of famous directors.

Note: This course is open to all students.

Last Updated: 27-NOV-2008

FLMA 1210 (3 credits) (2:0:2)

Advanced Techniques and the Signature Tape

On-camera blocking, rehearsals and final taping will be practiced, including heightened and more sophisticated camera awareness. Physical and emotional continuity will be added, including work on the arc of a character within scenes, from scene to scene, and working out of sequence. A demo signature (or 'hit') tape of each student will be prepared as the final component of this course.

Prerequisite(s): FLMA 1110

Last Updated: 08-JUL-2005

FLMA 1220 (2 credits) (1:0:2)

Voice II

Techniques for narration, commercial slots and animation.

Prerequisite(s): FLMA 1120 with minimum "C-" grade.

Last Updated: 08-JUL-2005

FLMA 1222 (1 credit) (0:0:3)

Audition Lab

The on-camera interview and audition process, learning how to prepare and audition quickly and effectively, how to handle cold readings and call backs. Through filmed mock auditions and directorial adjustment, students will acquire a specific and effective approach to auditioning for film and television.

Prerequisite(s): FLMA 1110

Last Updated: 08-JUL-2005

FLMA 1230 (3 credits) (2:0:2)

Series Television Lab: Pilots and Bibles; Story Editing

This course will start with the pitch: and learning about what makes a good idea for a series. Students will develop a one-hour pilot script along with character biographies, character arcs and brief outlines for a further twelve episodes to complete their series bible. Students may choose to complete a spec script for an existing series. Minimum output 60 pages.

Last Updated: 08-JUL-2005

FLMA 1240 (3 credits) (2:2:0)

Adaptations, Animation & Children's Television

Using examples of literary works, plays and their adaptations as films, students will learn the principal differences between the forms, learn to abstract the visual from the literary and adapt a short story or play for filming. The course will include a study on writing for children's television and/or animation, and students may choose to write a spec script for an existing children's/animation series. Minimum output 40 pages.

Last Updated: 08-JUL-2005

FLMA 1250 (3 credits) (2:0:2)

Case Studies

From script to screen: lectures and seminars on produced films with emphasis on scene construction. Beginning with the films original screenplays, students will apply their knowledge to visualize the films by way of design materials, storyboards and short lists prior to viewing films. They will follow up with an analysis of what the director of the actual film did and why.

Last Updated: 08-JUL-2005

FLMA 1260 (3 credits) (2:2:0)

Advanced Directing Seminar

Directing techniques and aesthetics. Production Design. Blocking and Rehearsing, with an emphasis on working with actors. Further studies in picture and sound editing on Final Cut Pro.

Prerequisite(s): FLMA 1160 with a minimum "C-" grade.

Last Updated: 08-JUL-2005

FLMA 1270 (3 credits) (4:0:0)

Career Development for the Film Craftsperson

Focusing on the film industy in North America, students will develop a career action plan, including how to get an agent, which associations to join, festival planning, writers' groups, grant writing for film and television, and film-related internships. This course will also cover preparation of a resume, interview skills, personal marketing skills, financial management, and tax information for the entrepreneur.

Last Updated: 08-JUL-2005

FLMA 1280 (6 credits) (2:8:0)

Production Practicum for the Actor, Writer and Director

Building on the skills learned and developed in FLMA 1170 and FLMA 1180, this intensive class will involve all three streams of students producing, writing, directing, acting and editing short presentation quality narrative dramatic videos. FLMA 1280, 1281, 1282 are taught concurrently and students work collaboratively to complete the required course assignments.

Prerequisite(s): FLMA 1170 and 1180

Last Updated: 08-JUL-2005

FLMA 1281 (6 credits) (2:8:0)

Production Practicum: The Writer

Building on the skills learned and developed in FLMA 1170 and FLMA 1181, this intensive class will involve all three streams of students producing, writing, directing, acting and editing short presentation-quality narrative dramatic videos. FLMA 1280, 1281, 1282, are taught concurrently and students work collaboratively to complete the required course assignments.

Prerequisite(s): FLMA 1170 and 1181

Last Updated: 07-APR-2008

FLMA 1282 (6 credits) (2:8:0)

Production Practicum: The Director

Building on the skills learned and developed in FLMA 1170 and FLMA 1182, this intensive class will involve all three streams of students producing, writing, directing, acting and editing short presentation quality narrative dramatic videos. FLMA 1280, 1281, 1282 are taught concurrently and students work collaboratively to complete the required course assignments.

Prerequisite(s): FLMA 1170 and 1182

Last Updated: 08-JUL-2005