Film Acting Technique II builds on skills learned in Tech I, but offers alternative exercises. What is 'character'? What defines it? Students learn to examine their character's point of view and background, while exploring various behavorial, object, and visualization exercises. Concentration is on subtext, memory, sensory recall, and making stronger motivational choices. Both comedic and dramatic scenes are assigned and their stylistic challenges and approaches taught. Scenes and exercises are filmed in a two-camera simultaneous editing process, and replayed each class for discussion and critique.
Available in the July Academy, August Academy, Fall Program, Winter Program, and Spring Program
"This course allowed me to have a deeper understanding of on camera action, and what being on a set is like."
"I learned how to master the different styles of film material. Always being in that moment to the fullest, to where the eye of the camera can see right through me was most challenging."
"Learning how to act for the film/TV medium is the main aspect that got me interested in ACTeen! The work on applying my acting abilities to the camera has been wonderful! The playback portion of the class has also been very crucial to seeing what I do on camera---seeing what does and doesn’t work—and what I need to continue to work on after the program is over."
"I was so nervous before I started this class. This was because I felt I wasn’t experienced enough to do film or TV work. Now I’m much more confident and comfortable on screen. The relaxation exercises are amazing."
"I think I’ve learned a lot about scene analysis than I knew before, and how to read more complicated scripts."
"Everything about the course was challenging in a good way. You’re always trying to learn more and challenge yourself to become a better actor."
"The scenes were challenging and very fun. I liked learning about subtext and how to really become the character."
"The teacher has been just wonderful at helping us learn the technique as it applies to each different genre of film and TV. The depth and breadth of her individual feedback has been so helpful and wonderfully insightful."
"She was a phenomenal teacher. She is patient and honest and works very hard with each and every student. I learned a lot from her."
"I feel I learned what to do in sitcoms, and dramatic roles. It helped to do different roles."
"I thought the emotional prep was amazing. It was so unbelievably useful and it helped me bring out my feelings in a genuine and organic way."
"I learned which techniques work best. I also feel that I’ve accomplished the beauty of stillness."
