There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added

On this module you will develop skills and knowledge on the importance of performance, as part of the research and development stages of screen based drama. You will undertake the role of producer, writer or director and collaborate with actors to create short screenplays. The focus of the work produced is the emotional arc of characters, and this will be developed in a workshop setting. You will undertake research in to directors and acting coaches, and explore their techniques and ethos for 'working with actors' for your own scenes. Rehearsal room practices will be underpinned with a dramaturgical understanding of film narrative form, where you will collaborate to achieve the artistic and narrative aims of your creative team. Following a period of research and development through practical workshops and seminars, you will collaborate with students working across the modules 'On-Set Production' and 'Cinematic Post-production', to produce short films that are based on the developed screenplays.

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Demonstrate an in depth understanding of dramatic structure, character development, theme, and film form.

LO2: Implement creative research skills (written and visual) on the world of the story, the characters, and other formal elements.

LO3: Demonstrate an understanding of drama and performance in film project development.

LO4: Realise a short screenplay and its interpretation to performance on screen by demonstrating the ability to work collaboratively, and discursively with colleagues.

LO5: Demonstrate the ability to work collegially and embody professional behaviours rooted in the principles of inclusion and respect for others.