English Plus Film Studies and Filmmaking

Computer learning centre equipped with new Macs

Our Los Angeles campus, located just off Hollywood Boulevard

Gaining filmmaking experience

English Plus Film Studies and Filmmaking student Elma makes the most of the fully equipped editing suite

This course, taught in conjunction with AMDA, is for students who want to combine English with the study of film, including film history, script writing, acting and production. It also includes practical filmmaking skills. All this right in the heart of Hollywood the film capital of the world. At a glance Course length: 12 weeks Start dates: 7 January, 8 April, 23 September Lessons per week: 28 lessons (21 hours) per week: 20 language lessons per week (15 hours), Film Studies / Filmmaking lessons per week (6 hours), +4 hours (minimum) per week of practical work Minimum age: 16 Average age range: 18 30 Maximum class size: 15 Minimum entry level requirement: Kings Level 4 (Lower Intermediate)

School facilities Mac based editing suite, fully equipped with professional film editing software Stylish building Well-equipped, spacious classrooms Interactive whiteboards Student common room with TV and video Light and spacious reception area  uge variety of local cafes and food outlets H in the area BBQ and outdoor dining Free email and internet For more information, please contact: Kings Los Angeles 1555 Cassil Place Hollywood Los Angeles California 90028 E la@kingscolleges.com T +1 323 963 5311 F +1 323 963 5288

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Course information
Skills developed
1. Language: Reading Listening Comprehension Vocabulary

Writing Speaking Grammar Pronunciation

4. Acting for the Camera: Methods and techniques for film acting A ngles, working within a frame, playing according to the size of shot

Video editing suite

Kings Los Angeles has a fully equipped Apple Mac video editing suite, including Final Cut Pro and After Effects software.

2. F  ilm Studies: Knowledge of specialist subjects as shown right 3. Practical skills: Managing the creation of a short film or documentary

5. Script Development: Concept development Creative approaches to writing Sitcoms, screen plays, shorts film and documentaries 6. Production/post production: Filming Editing and full montage 7. Short film competition Towards the end of the course you will apply your new skills and creative ideas to making a short film or documentary, managing the project from start to finish. The best film will be given an award at a special awards ceremony.

Included in the price

Structure
1. Film history: T  he silent era Iconography T  he sound era A nimation G  enres Famous trends T  he 80s: sequels, blockbusters and videotapes S  pecial effects U  nderground movement I  ndependent films

2. History of Hollywood: From the 1920s to the present day 3. Acting Foundations: L  ife-study observations I  mprovisation techniques T  echniques for role preparation

American Musical and Dramatic Academy (AMDA)

The course is taught in conjunction with AMDA one of the worlds leading institutions for the performing arts. Classes are taught both at Kings and the AMDA campus, located 10 minutes walk from our College. The course also includes visits to iconic film locations, studios and other industry-related venues.

28 lessons per week Welcome Information Pack Placement test on arrival, weekly progress tests and regular homework Optional workshops in Acting and Hollywood History at AMDA Membership of Kings Colleges Film Club Use of Computer Learning Centre Access to ClassMate online learning Access to 3 exhibitions of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Subscription to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences periodical Wireless internet in College Visits to film locations and studios Two free social activities per week End of Course Certificate

Sample timetable
Students may enroll in the 12-week English plus Film program three times a year. General English classes are offered 15 hours a week in the morning or afternoon; students take 6 hours of Film classes in the afternoon. Students have full access to all resources and facilities at both Kings Colleges and AMDA campuses. A sample schedule is as follows:
Monday 8.30 10.00 10.15 11.45 Grammar/ Writing Reading/ Listening Speaking Lunch Screenplay/ Writing/ Producing/ Directing Tuesday Grammar/ Writing Reading/ Listening Speaking Lunch Film History/ Camera Techniques Wednesday Grammar/ Writing Reading/ Listening Speaking Lunch Acting (AMDA) Thursday Grammar/ Writing Reading/ Listening Speaking Lunch Film Editing (Final Cut Studio) Friday Grammar/ Writing Reading/ Listening Speaking Lunch Free Time or Optional Field Work

11.45 12.30 12.30 14.00

Prices
Tuition cost (US$) English Plus Film Studies and Filmmaking [EF] Course length 12 weeks Price per week 425 Total cost 5100

Accommodation (per person, per week) Homestay H  alf-board Year round residence S  tudent residence en suite, self-catering S  tudent houses/apartments self-catering Summer residence (July August) Half-board Self-catering Single Twin Single Twin Single Twin Single/twin Single Twin

US$ 285 250 375 285 525 It has been an amazing experience studying film at Kings. It is a great, easy-going and interesting class, where we can learn while having fun in the movie capital of the world! Los Angeles is a great city for open-minded people. Here you can get to see everything and the time youre here is for sure a time youll never forget. Raphael Hollanda Barbosa (pictured left) from Brazil

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