FILM 401 - Directing Actors

Institution:

Savannah College of Art and Design

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Description:

This course explores the theoretical and practical considerations of the director in relationship to the multiple facets of directing actors. The course is an in-depth workshop involving casting, mounting and realization of a sequence from a screenplay emphasizing characterization and shot design. Students are introduced to basic techniques in film, television and theater acting; script and character analysis (text vs. subtext); the director's breakdown; casting actors; special skills in rehearsals; improvisation; pacing the actor's performance; and navigating multiple film performances from the ensemble perspective. Prerequisites: FILM 101, FILM 102, FILM 105, FILM 132.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.scad.edu

Phone Number:

(912) 525-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Quarter

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