Smart Filmmaking with Roger Corman

Part 1:Business of Film with Kieran Corrigan

Part 2: Craft and Business with Roger Corman

Detailed Content

Part 1: Business of Film

Module 1: Sources of funding:

• Public schemes
• Awards
• Crowd funding for film

Module 2: Film Finance:

• Co-productions
• Pre-sales
• Private equity
• Gap financing

Module 3: Budgeting:

• Key budgetary issues
• Challenges

Module 4: Film Tax Incentives

Module 5: Sales and Distribution:

• Issues
• Strategies

Part 2: Craft and Business of Film

Module 1: Introduction and Discussion

• Corman’s Filmmaking Philosophy:
  • Learning by watching movies (good and bad)
  • Technique, movement, actors and cut
  • The role of the mentor
  • Spending money efficiently and intelligently

Module 2: Practical Lessons for Filmmakers

• Budget conscious writing:
  • The importance of the story and the script
  • Use of natural locations in your writing
• Smart Pre-Production:
  • Using this time wisely
  • Solving problems in advance of shooting
  • Sketching of shots beforehand
• Talent Management:
  • Seeking out new talent
  • Taking time in casting
  • Complex performances through improvisation
• On-Set Strategies
  • Confidence on-set
  • The role of the producer during production
  • Flexibility with shots
• The Use of the Camera:
  • Framing shots
  • Setting up of shots
  • Camera movement
• Post-Production:
  • Tips for making it go smoothly
  • Supporting the director

Module 3: Future Challenges and Strategies

• The rise of television
• How young independent filmmakers are challenging the establishment
• Sourcing financing today
• Overcoming struggles with distribution
• Reasons to be optimistic about the film world

Social Programme: networking drinks

Presentation of Certificates by Roger Corman and Kieran Corrigan