Description

Step Into the Film Makers Chair! Every film starts with an idea—but filmmaking is about bringing that idea to life. Over 9 weeks at the Bay of Plenty Actors Studio, you’ll work alongside filmmaker Frankie Pye to explore the real process of making film. This is a hands-on experience where you won’t just learn about filmmaking—you’ll do it. You’ll step into the roles that shape every production, learning how to direct actors, frame a shot, build a scene, and understand what makes something work on screen. From blocking and camera awareness to performance and visual storytelling, you’ll begin to see how all the moving parts come together to create something cinematic. Working in an acting studio gives you a unique advantage. You’ll collaborate directly with actors, learning how to communicate, adjust performances, and bring authenticity to every moment. You’ll see how choices behind the camera affect what happens in front of it, and how strong direction can transform a scene. Throughout the course, you’ll develop practical filmmaking skills—how to approach a scene, how to shape tone and pacing, and how to think like a director rather than just an observer. You’ll explore the rhythm of a set, the energy of collaboration, and the discipline it takes to turn an idea into something real. By the final stage, you won’t just understand filmmaking—you’ll have experienced it. You’ll have worked with actors, built scenes, and taken part in the process of creating something that lives on screen. This is about stepping into the world of film with confidence, creativity, and a clear understanding of how it all comes together. You don’t need expensive equipment or prior experience. You just need the willingness to step in, take direction, and start creating. Let’s make something real. Let’s make something cinematic. Spaces are limited.