Make a Sci-Fi Film in a Weekend
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Have you always loved sci-fi cinema? Are you ready to boldly go and make a sci-fi film this July? Book for our Sci-Fi Film Weekend and spend the weekend making a sci-fi short at our iconic studio in the heart of London’s West End.
At London Film School, we pride ourselves on teaching and inspiring the next generation of international filmmakers. We also want to inspire and teach complete beginners and film fans. This unique weekend workshop is designed for true science fiction fans. Throughout the weekend you will work with tutor and filmmaker Tom Ziebell to plan, shoot and edit a sci-fi film. All props, costumes and equipment provided.
You’ll learn how to storyboard, prep, shoot and edit a sci-fi film in Tom’s knowledgeable hands and you’ll be able to see the completed film in our basement screening room. In addition, you’ll hopefully leave with a bunch of insights into what goes into making films in a genre you love, you’ll have lots of practical tips that might help you in any film/content/writing or creative future endeavour, you will have a lot of fun and, you will have a film you’ll be able to share and show family and friends.
Course Timetalbe
Day One
10:30 – Introductions, History, Theory - From Metropolis to Blade Runner, 2001: A Space Odyssey to Star Wars, we’ll look at examples of great science fiction cinema and how the genre evolved on screen before learning some fundamental filmmaking skills and some exciting yet simple VFX techniques.
12:30 – Lunch - 45 Minute Lunch break
13:15 – Pre-Production - Writing, Casting, Crewing Shotlists, Storyboards
14:30 – Production - The shoot commences
17:00 – End of Day One
Day Two
10:30 – Review and Reflection
11:00 – Production
12:30 – Lunch - 45-minute lunch break
13:15 – Production
14:30 – Post-Production - VFX, Editing, Music
16:30 – Film Premiere in Screening Room
17:00 – End of workshop
What You’ll Need/FAQs:
- This workshop is suitable for beginners and enthusiasts alike.
- Bring a notebook and plenty of ideas for your sci-fi film.
- Props, costumes, and equipment will be provided.
- Our venue is at Shelton Street, 2 minutes from Covent Garden.
Tutor
Tom Ziebell
Actor, CinematographerTom Ziebell
Actor, CinematographerTom’s journey into filmmaking was anything but conventional. With a lifelong passion for cinema, he’s explored every facet of the industry, from acting and stunt work to directing and cinematography.
After honing his skills as an actor and fight performer at drama school, Tom’s love of photography led him into the world of filmmaking. He quickly transitioned from camera operator to cinematographer, earning accolades for his work on experimental horror shorts.
Today, Tom is a versatile filmmaker with a diverse portfolio. He’s collaborating with acclaimed horror director Matthias Von Braun on a feature film and creating engaging online content for brands like Virgin Cruises and Moschin. He also shares his expertise as a filmmaking instructor at the BFI.
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