Film Acting I

This intermediate acting class is designed to introduce and develop the tools necessary for acting on camera; to examine the application of the screenplay as a blueprint for the finished film; and to begin the process and demands of working under limited and quickly changing conditions. Utilizing an extensive library of screenplays, the class will study film scene analysis and preparation, pro-active choice, and heightened connection. The course will culminate in the filming and discussion of one scene and one monologue. This course is a prerequisite for TAPS 1286 Film Acting II.