Mira Nair Teaches Independent Filmmaking

(This course is available for immediate delivery)Oscar-nominated filmmaker Mira Nair Approaches to directing with “heart of a poet and the skin of an elephant,” Rejection and fighting are the catalysts

Mira Nair Teaches Independent Filmmaking

Oscar nominated filmmaker Mira Nair Approaches to directing with “heart of a poet and the skin of an elephant,” Rejection is a catalyst for bringing uncompromising stories to the screen. In the Golden Lion-winning director’s MasterClass, learn to make a big impact on a small budget in film production, evoke the best from actors and nonactors, and protect your creative vision so you tell the story that can only come from you.

The class will cover the following topics

Each lesson comes with a detailed, printable workbook.
01. Introduction

Meet your new instructor, an award-winning filmmaker Mira Nair. In your first lesson, Mira shares with you the two qualities every filmmaker needs to have—and why it’s important for you to go out and make your own films.

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02. Discovering Your Unique Voice

Mira’s philosophy for filmmaking is rooted in individuality and creating films only you can make. Learn to forge your own path, perfect your craft, and make the most of your uniqueness.

13:24
03. Finding the Story

Mira It teaches how important it is to draw inspiration from culture and politics in your story. You will learn how collaboration, tenacity and feedback are crucial elements to developing a story into an actual script.

14:13
04. Stretching your Budget

Never reveal your struggle. Mira teaches you how to maximize your resources as an independent filmmaker—however limited they may be.

19:17
05. Casting

Trust is key to the relationship between actor/director. Find out how to cast the right actor, and get them to be their best self on camera.

15:35
06. Directing actors

Learn how to direct child and adult actors. Develop chemistry and trust with actors. Incorporate background action.

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23:24
07. Directing Gestures

Mira shares her methods for incorporating unique and humanizing gestures into the actors’ performances in order to add life to the frame.

16:54
08. Scene Workshop, Part 1, Read-Through & Blocking

Part 1 Mira’s scene workshop, Mira works with two actors—Madina Nalwanga and Philip Luswata—from Queen of Katwe to teach you how to direct intensely emotional scenes.

17:54
09. Scene Workshop, Part II: Rehearsing Scene

Part 2 Mira’s scene workshop, Mira Madina Nalwanga collaborates with her to show how to help an actor and to work with them to prepare emotionally for a scene.

16:23
10. Scene Workshop, Part 3. Final Take

Part 3 Mira’s scene workshop, Mira We break down the roles of Philip Luswata, Madina Nalwanga, and Madina Nalwanga. Mira’s direction to enhance their performances.

12:42
11. Monsoon wedding: Telling the story

For MiraMonsoon Wedding allowed me to try out telling a story that was inspired by my upbringing. To bring out universal truths in stories and connect with a wider audience, learn how to balance emotions.

21:07
12. Visual Palette Development

Mira This article discusses the definition of a visual perspective, how to express it through a lookbook and how to work with your team to improve your film’s aesthetic.

21:54
13. On-Set Direction

It is important to have courage and humility Mira’s process as a director. Learn Mira’s advice for preparing for life on set, including how to create harmony with the crew and actors and conserve your creative energy.

20:39
14. Collaboration with Your Cinematographer

Mira According to her, the best cinematographers that she has worked alongside are “poets of light.” Find the best cinematographer for your film, and learn how to work together to create a cinematic style.

18:24
15. Editing

You will learn the advantages of working closely alongside an editor during filming, as well as how to use rhythm and juxtaposition in the edit to change the mood of your film.

15:16
16. Sound and Music

Mira teaches her philosophy on directing the viewer’s eye and heart with sound, advice for working with a composer, and how to use silence in an impactful way.

17:50
17. Tell your story

Mira She shares her final thoughts.

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