questions to answer following each session
1. what did you do?
2. what have you learned?
3. how have you worked with others?
4. what do you need to develop?
week four
this module is due 4/12/19
4.2 Explain why copyright is important in the film industry
What is Copyright?
Why Does copyright law exist?
What kind of work is covered by copyright?
What might happen if you were to use copyrighted material in your film?
How can you make sure not to infringe copyright law in your film?
How has copyright law and other IP regulation affected your film production?
week three
4.1 – Demonstrate Good Health and Safety practice when working on film productions (Part 1)
Why is health and safety important when working on film productions?
What are some of the key safety issues relating to film production?
How did you apply good health and safety practice when making your film?
Include your risk assessment and explain why this is important.
week two
5.1 Review and critique at least one short film production
Film Title, Director, Country, Year.
Story outline (1 or 2 sentence summary)
What is the film about, is there a theme or message?
Describe the genre (if fiction film), or style (if documentary).
How was sound used?
How were camera techniques used?
What was the editing style?
Describe the setting/ location/ mise-en-scene.
Who is the film aimed at?
How did the film make you feel? Did it work well?
Would you recommend it?
2.2 Describe a range of key job roles and responsibilities in the film industry
Research 5 different roles in the production department and summarise them.
Explain how the roles work together.
week one
1.1 Describe areas for development in your current knowledge, understanding and skills
This needs to be completed at the beginning of the course and again at the end of the course. It can be completed as a blog or vlog provided you answer the prompt questions.
What is your current knowledge and understanding of film? (For example: watching film, reviewing, photography, making your own films, Youtube channel, film or media course, work experience)
Do you have specific areas of interest or skills in filmmaking?
Include links to film work, photos, music etc.
What role(s) would you see yourself taking on your Academy film?
What do you hope to gain from the BFI Film Academy?
How would you like to improve your skills or knowledge of film? Give reasons.
Do you have plans to further study and work in film?
1.2 Take a role in the production of a short film
What is your production role?
What planning will you do?
What will you do in pre-production, production and post-production?
What specific skills do you need?
What equipment will you use?
What documents will you use and how?
What other resources are needed in your film production? (For example locations, actors and anything else you will need)
2.2 Describe a range of key job roles and responsibilities in the film industry
Research 5 different roles in the production department and summarise them.
Explain how the roles work together.
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