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COURSE DESCRIPTION
In this class we'll create and
film a short independent movie from scratch. Students are
free to act in it, help write or choose a script, and help out
on crew. (It's also fine to just sit back and watch and take notes,
if you like.) LET'S MAKE A MOVIE is a fun way to find out what
it feels like to be in front of the camera (or behind it), and
is helpful for people thinking about producing movies of their
own. The instructor has produced over thirty shorts and four
full length features, and has taught acting and filmmaking for
over ten years. His films have played in major international film
festivals. LET'S MAKE A MOVIE is: a FILM class where you'll learn
how movies are made, step by step ...an ACTING class where students
who want to be in the movie, can get some experience acting for
the camera (you can choose whether to act in the movie, help out
on crew, or just watch and take notes)... and a PRODUCTION class
where you'll have fun while actually making a short independent
movie with the rest of the class. More Seattle
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ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
Nils Osmar has made his living
in the arts for over twenty years. He began making movies in 2001.
He has taught filmmaking classes in Seattle since 2003. His films
have played at major international film festivals. Nils
Osmar home page
WHEN: This class is offered every quarter. For dates, times and registration links, click the COURSE TITLE on the top of this page, to go to the CLASS PAGE.
WHERE: This class is sponsored by the Associated Students University of Washington Experimental College and is held on the University of Washington campus in Seattle (Note: The class is open to the general public. You don't have to be a U.W. student to sign up.)
HOW TO SIGN UP
To sign up by phone, call 206-420-1309 (Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5
p.m.)
To sign up online, click on Add to Cart button at the top of this page. (If you don't see an Add to Cart button, click here to go to the Let's Make a Movie class page. It looks just like this page but has active links) If you use the Add to Cart button to sign up, you can choose to pay using credit card, debit card, or Paypal.
To pay using a credit or debit card: 1) Click the Add to Cart button. 2) Click "proceed to checkout." 3) Click at the bottom where it says, "Use your Credit Card or Bank account"and enter your credit card information. Or if you'd rather use Paypal, just click the Add to Cart button then choose Paypal as your payment option.
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Frequently asked questions
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Questions and answers
What will we be doing in the class?
Let's Make a Movie is a fun course in which we dive in from day
one and actually make a short independent movie. The idea
is that people will learn about making a movie, and acting in
one, by actually participating in making one.
Can everyone act in the movie?
Absolutely. Every student who wants to be in the movie,
will be in it. (You don't have to, though. Some people sign up
just to learn about filmmaking, and help out on the crew. You
can do either, or both.)
Who writes the script?
Anyone in the class is welcome to writing the script. We'll talk
about tips for writing a good script in the first meeting. Then
anyone who does write one, will be asked to bring some copies
to the second class meeting, where we'll read them aloud and vote
on which one to produce.
What kind of equipment will we use?
We'll use the same high-quality equipment filmmakers use when
making movies for film festivals: a top of the line prosumer camcorder,
professional-quality tripod, and professional lighting and audio
equipment.
Is Let's Make a Movie a film class or an acting class?
It's both. It's a hands-on production class, which covers
information of interest to both the actors and filmmakers.
I notice it meets on the U.W. campus. Are most of the people who
take the class, University of Washington students?
Our enrollment is usually about 1/3 U.W. students, and 2/3 members
of the general public. The folks who sign up end to be of all
different ages and backgrounds.
What sorts of movies do you usually film
in the class?
In the past, we've done everything from film noire detective movies,
to mockumentaries, horror flicks, zombie movies, action movies,
science fiction and fantasy, satire, humor, and romance. Sky's
the limit!
What will happen to the movie when it's finished?
We'll upload it to online, so you can send links to your friends
to see it. And if the students want, it can also play locally
on Comcast cable T.V.
Can students get copies of the finished movie?
Yes, you can get as many copies as you'd like. There is
a $5 charge for each copy. You can also watch it and share
it with friends for free online.
Student comments
I'd actually like to thank you. After taking your (Beginning Acting and Let's Make a Movie) classes last year, I now have had two acting gigs. One in a movie called Sideways Japan... it was a Fox production... and I was in a commercial in Hollywood, that was a Time Warner production. The reel we made was very useful helping me perform in front of camera and the fact the directors thought I was funny and comfortable in front of camera got me the gigs. So your class I did pick up some pointers and payed attention. Tell everyone to not give up and give it your all if you want to make it. It was a slow start, but now im living in la and loving it. Thanks again, your classes are good. -K. S., Hollywood
I saw a class similar to this at _____ but they wanted $8,000.00 for it! Thank you for a fun learning experience and for keeping it affordable! - Sharon B., Seattle
Thanks for teaching the class! The wrap party was a blast. It was fun seeing our class movie on a big screen...- S.G., Seattle
I was hoping to learn some basics about filmmaking and see how it was all done. That's exactly what I got. I will recommend the class to my friends. - J.G., Seattle
Just a note to say that I loved the class.
Thanks Nils! - V.M. (Seattle)
I was impressed with the professionalism of the movie we ended
up with. Everything about it was great. The class was far more
than I expected. - Joe G. (Kent)
The instructor was very patient and supportive. We are completing the course project, making a film, as promised. Nils has, and will continue to devote many additional hours working on the editing. I'll probably take this class again. - M.F., Seattle
It was nice being able to choose, we could
be in the film, or be on the crew, or just watch. I did crew this
time around but I'll be taking it again and try acting. - Brad
R., Bellevue
Okay, I'll tell you the truth. I was scared to death. But I really
enjoyed the class, and liked the show. It's fun to have done it.
- Mary L. (Bellevue)
Thanks so much for the class. I had a great time, and learned
what I was hoping to. - Mike G., Seattle
I took Beginning
Acting in the summer then took Let's Make a Movie this quarter.
I would highly recommend both classes to anyone interested in
acting or filmmaking. - Debbie L., Seattle
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Questions?
Email
Nilsosmar@gmail.com or call 206-420-1309