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Do you have a feature script that you’d like to make into a feature film?
Do you want to learn from a filmmaker who has a track record of 3 microbudget feature films that have all been released in the cinema?
This course is aimed at Writers and Directors who have had some experience in the field of Drama and who now want to make their first microbudget feature, get it distributed in cinemas and on streaming platforms.
This intensive 3 day course concentrates on the most important things that need to be in place, including: developing your script - getting actors on board - deciding on a look - getting your film out into the world.
In order to get most from the course please come with 1 or 2 of your own ideas that you can develop over the 3 days as some of the course is given over to developing the participant's films.
Comments from the previous courses include:
“Excellent energy from course tutor. My complacencies and the excuses I put in place to prevent me making films has been blown away."
“Really inspiring. Liked how the tutor could bounce off students’ input to tailor learning to us individually.”
“I thought it was an intense and inspiring 3 days. I’ve learned a lot - and have been spurred on to write and make movies!”
“A great course to begin making your micro budget feature."
“How is it that Col Spector exists in a world in a world where nobody knows anything about anything?!”
- Getting the idea and script right
- Dealing with actors’ agents
- Deciding on a look
- Basics of knowing where to put the camera
- Working with a composer
- Getting the film out into the world!
In order to get most from the course please come with 1 or 2 of your own ideas that you can develop over the 3 days as some of the course is given over to developing the participant's films.
Freelance Rate: £525
Corporate Rate: £1090
Bursaries, supported by Screen Scotland, to contribute to the costs of attending this course may be available to those who are eligible. Please read the bursary guidelines which are published below first to check if you are eligible. If you are eligible, please indicate if you are also applying for a bursary or not.
Please apply as far in advance of the course date as possible to give yourself the best chance of securing a supported place, as we may not be able to accommodate all applications.
Your bursary application and supporting documents should be sent to scotland@nfts.co.uk after submitting this application form. Please submit your bursary application within 24 hours to ensure your course place is reserved while your bursary application is processed – otherwise we may be required to release it to another applicant. Your bursary documents are reviewed by a panel and we aim to be in touch as soon as possible with an outcome for you.
NFTS Scotland Bursary Guidelines
NFTS Scotland Bursary Application Form
If you are not eligible for an NFTS Scotland bursary, please read our Alternative Funding Avenues document, which points you in the direction of a few other places which may be able to help. Please submit your application in plenty of time as timescales for funders differ.
Please fill in the application form.
If you need any assistance for the Glasgow intake, please contact us at scotland@nfts.co.uk or call us on 0141 729 8190