Film Directing Crash Course (Free)

Ela Thier is a working writer-director, and has guided thousands of screenwriters and filmmakers since 2006. She offers this complimentary training once a year.

In Ela’s own words:

I couldn’t stand the heartache of seeing my writing students turn unique and beautiful scripts into films that… underwhelmed.

In 2009, after 3 years of only teaching screenwriting, I began to offer workshops in Directing the Camera, and in Directing Actors. The results were exciting.

Truth is that most people don’t know that film directing can be taught. Many film schools take a sink-or-swim approach and leave most of us behind.

Reality check: directing is like plumbing. You need tools and skills. That’s all.

In this 90-minute, live masterclass (online) I’ll go over:

The most important thing that you need to know about shot composition.
It’s not the rule of thirds!

What you need to know about weaving camera moves into your scene coverage.
Even experienced directors grossly underutilize the moving camera! (If you’re new to this and don’t know what “scene coverage” is – no worries. I’ll explain everything simply.)

The two most important things that you need to know about directing actors.
Ay the pain… of seeing well written scripts, beautifully shot, but performances feel like a school play.

If you’re curious about film directing;

If you thought about it once, for two seconds, and never told anyone;

If you’d be petrified of messing it up and therefore you don’t try;

If you’ve tried and had a negative experience;

If you’re boss when it comes to directing and you want to make sure that your next film ignites support for a lifetime of films;

If you’re just plain curious and want to do something creative and interesting –

Then I invite you to join this 90-minute masterclass that will demystify the work of film directing and up your game. 

There are two more training spots left this week at: 1 p.m., March 25 and at 8:30 p.m., March 27.

The next opportunity will be in a year. Click the button below and choose the time of your reservation.
Happy filmmaking!

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