Film Making for Dungus

Each semester, beginner workshops on film-making are organized to equip interested students with the basics of scripting, camera work, and post-production editing in order to allow students to experiment with this medium for artistic and documentary expression. The school has also specially equipped facilities for radio and television production.

The workshops are open to both Monash staff and students.

Filmmaking for Dungus: Directing Masterclass

Day/Date: Saturday, 15th October 2011
Time:        10am - 1pm
Venue:      Communications Lab (9-5-08)

Directing is one of the jobs that often mystify people. It doesn't require a technical qualification, nor does it particularly place much emphasis on experience. There are director's who direct films after having accumulated years of film and life experience, and then there's Kishan Shrikanth, who's recognised by the Guinness Book of World Records as the youngest film director in the world at the age of 10. What are the skills required to direct a film? What is the difference between a bad or good director? Just as importantly, how do you direct? These are the issues we shall uncover and more in this Filmmaking for Dungus session.

Filmmaking for Dungus: Sound Design Masterclass

Day/Date: Saturday, 22nd October 2011
Time:        10am - 1pm
Venue:      Communications Lab (9-5-08)

Sound may be one of those things that most people don't pay attention to, but its presence (or lack thereof) is crucial in determining what the overall experience of appreciating a film is like for an audience. How do you analyse the sounds you hear and make it work for you? What should you bear in mind when you are making your own sounds? Find out the answers to these questions and more in the Sound Design Masterclass!

 

Filmmaking for Dungus: Film Lighting Masterclass

Day/Date: Saturday, 22nd October 2011
Time:        2pm - 5pm
Venue:     Communications Lab (9-5-08)

The art of cinematography lies in the ability of the cinematographer to paint the film with light. From Storaro to Kovacs, Zsigmond to Kaminski, each cinematographer leaves his own distinctive mark on how we see the film, and ultimately the world. To be conducted by a seasoned industry professional, this session aims to teach you about the different kinds of lighting in film, and how to best achieve them. Come to this Film Lighting Masterclass, and see the light!

To register, or for more information, email fikri.hakim@monash.edu