Surreal Filmmaking (ASC181)

Learn the art and techniques of film making, taking inspiration from Surrealism to develop your ideas including script writing, filming and editing.

What will you learn on this course?

Get inspired by MAC’s Surreal Season of amazing exhibitions including Emmy Bridgwater and the Birmingham Surrealists and Surreal Solihull, and become a surreal artist yourself.

This practical four-week workshop introduces participants to surrealist and Dada-inspired filmmaking. Taught by a practicing filmmaker, you will learn all the necessary skills to make a short film including:
•    Developing ideas 
•    Writing a script
•    Producing
•    Directing
•    Filming 
•    Editing 

You will work in MAC’s dedicated Media Studio with specialist camera and sound recording equipment and learn how to edit using video editing software.

This is a practical course taught through demonstrations and guidance from the tutor along with hands on experience. You will work in small groups to realise your ideas, enabling you to experience all aspects of short film production. 

On completion of this course, you can expect to have developed an understanding of the film making process and produced your own short film. 

Who is this course for?

The course is aimed at beginners and improver’s level aged 18+ years. This is suitable for complete beginners and for improvers who would like to develop their filmmaking skills. 

At the heart of MAC is a focus on accessibility and inclusion. Please contact us to discuss your specific access needs. The room is wheelchair accessible. A personal assistant or companion must book a complimentary ticket if attending to provide support.  

Do you need to bring anything? 

Please bring a 32GB USB stick or external hard drive so that you can take your work home. MAC cameras and computers are provided whilst on site only. If you wish to film off site, you will need to provide your own equipment. 

Are there any additional costs?

All materials are provided. A memory stick must be provided at your own cost. 

Who teaches this course?

John Bradburn