Intensive Acting for Film Program
Location: Florence
Course language: English
Become a Successful Actor with an Immersive Daytime Experience in Florence’s Iconic Film Locations
Our Intensive Acting Program for Film at Focus Movie Academy in Florence, Italy, is taught in English for a global audience.
This program offers three intensive paths (1, 2, or 4 months) that provide acting techniques, film-specific skills, and extensive on-camera practice to excel in auditions and on set.
Florence’s rich artistic heritage offers a unique environment for aspiring film actors, providing the opportunity to train on iconic film sets used in legendary productions like Gladiator and Under the Tuscan Sun. This hands-on training in world-renowned locations enhances your skills and adds immense value to your experience.
Why Choose This Course?
Daily Intensive Learning:
This film-focused program is designed for aspiring actors seeking an immersive, hands-on experience, with in-person lessons during the day for approximately 30 hours per week. The intensive schedule ensures consistent practice. Students hone their acting skills for film, maximizing growth in a short timeframe.
Access to Industry Experts:
Learn directly from experienced film actors, directors, and industry professionals who will guide you step-by-step, providing personalized feedback and helping you refine your unique acting style for the film industry. These experts, including Hollywood directors and seasoned film actors, bring real-world insights, practical on-set experience, and valuable networking opportunities to support your journey into the world of film.
Complete and Progressive Path:
The course is divided into three different lengths—1, 2, and 4 months—allowing students to build foundational acting skills, develop on-camera techniques, and progress to more advanced film acting practices. Each step is packed with practical exercises, real-world simulations, and in-depth training crucial for a successful career in film acting.
Showreel Material Creation:
During the 4-month course, students will record on-camera scenes to create a professional showreel, an essential tool for presenting themselves effectively to casting directors in the film industry. This practical experience is key to building the confidence needed to succeed in future auditions.
What Will You Learn?
1-Month Path: Fundamentals of Acting for Film
- Improvisation and Acting Basics: Practice improvisation techniques daily to enhance creativity and spontaneity in film performances. Gain confidence both on stage and in front of the camera through hands-on exercises and real-world scenarios.
- Monologues and Text Analysis: Learn how to analyze monologues and texts to authentically portray characters for film roles, with an emphasis on practical application.
- Movement Techniques: Develop expressive movement techniques to improve your on-camera presence, ensuring that every gesture contributes to your character’s authenticity.
- Introduction to On-Set Work: Experience working on a film set through practical exercises that simulate the real filming environment, taking full advantage of Florence’s rich cinematic history.
You’ll train in locations where legendary films have been shot, helping you feel comfortable and confident while performing in world-renowned settings.
2-Month Path: Intermediate Film Acting Skills
- Character Creation and Scene Work: Dive deeper into character development, creating more complex roles, and working on film scene study to enhance your understanding of acting techniques for film roles.
- Audition Techniques and Self-Tape: Practice creating high-quality self-tapes and prepare for live auditions with a focus on industry-standard practices for film casting, ensuring you are ready for every opportunity.
- Diction and Voice Techniques: Refine your diction and vocal techniques to communicate effectively and confidently on screen, adding depth to your performances.
- Movement and Stage Presence: Master physical control and on-camera presence, making your film performances dynamic and engaging through daily movement exercises.
1-Month Path: Fundamentals of Acting for Film
- Improvisation and Acting Basics: Practice improvisation techniques daily to enhance creativity and spontaneity in film performances. Gain confidence both on stage and in front of the camera through hands-on exercises and real-world scenarios.
- Monologues and Text Analysis: Learn how to analyze monologues and texts to authentically portray characters for film roles, with an emphasis on practical application.
- Movement Techniques: Develop expressive movement techniques to improve your on-camera presence, ensuring that every gesture contributes to your character’s authenticity.
- Introduction to On-Set Work: Experience working on a film set through practical exercises that simulate the real filming environment, taking full advantage of Florence’s rich cinematic history.
You’ll train in locations where legendary films have been shot, helping you feel comfortable and confident while performing in world-renowned settings.
2-Month Path: Intermediate Film Acting Skills
- Character Creation and Scene Work: Dive deeper into character development, creating more complex roles, and working on film scene study to enhance your understanding of acting techniques for film roles.
- Audition Techniques and Self-Tape: Practice creating high-quality self-tapes and prepare for live auditions with a focus on industry-standard practices for film casting, ensuring you are ready for every opportunity.
- Diction and Voice Techniques: Refine your diction and vocal techniques to communicate effectively and confidently on screen, adding depth to your performances.
- Movement and Stage Presence: Master physical control and on-camera presence, making your film performances dynamic and engaging through daily movement exercises.
4-Month Path: Advanced Film Acting and Professional Preparation
- Advanced Character Development: Build intricate characters using advanced acting techniques, delving deeply into character psychology for film roles, with a heavy focus on practical workshops and rehearsals.
- Scene Shooting and Showreel: Record your best scenes during professional-level shooting sessions to create a polished showreel, an indispensable tool for applying to film casting calls.
- Live Performance Opportunities: Showcase your talent in front of an invited audience, including film industry professionals, to gain valuable performance experience and exposure.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers and film industry professionals through collaborative workshops and projects, establishing relationships that could lead to future career opportunities.
- Preparation for Professional Acting: Engage in film audition simulations, focused exercises, and extensive on-camera practice to improve adaptability on set, all under the guidance of experienced instructors.
4-Month Path: Advanced Film Acting and Professional Preparation
- Advanced Character Development: Build intricate characters using advanced acting techniques, delving deeply into character psychology for film roles, with a heavy focus on practical workshops and rehearsals.
- Scene Shooting and Showreel: Record your best scenes during professional-level shooting sessions to create a polished showreel, an indispensable tool for applying to film casting calls.
- Live Performance Opportunities: Showcase your talent in front of an invited audience, including film industry professionals, to gain valuable performance experience and exposure.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers and film industry professionals through collaborative workshops and projects, establishing relationships that could lead to future career opportunities.
- Preparation for Professional Acting: Engage in film audition simulations, focused exercises, and extensive on-camera practice to improve adaptability on set, all under the guidance of experienced instructors.
Start Dates and Price
The Intensive Acting Program for Film starts at three different times during the year to accommodate varying schedules and maximize participation:
1-Month Path
6 hours/day
Jan 8th – Feb 7th
Jun 3rd – Jul 3rd
Sep 9th – Oct 9th
Start Dates
€ 2597
2-Month Path
6 hours/day
Jan 8th – Mar 7th
Jun 3rd – Aug 2nd
Sep 9th – Nov 8th
Start Dates
€ 4387
4-Month Path
6 hours/day
Jan 8th – May 7th
Jun 3rd – Sep 30th
Sep 9th – Jan 8th
Start Dates
€ 7597
Why Invest in Your Talent?
A great acting course can be the catalyst that transforms your passion into a thriving career.
At Focus Movie Academy, we provide extensive hands-on experience, personalized guidance from industry experts, and the opportunity to build a professional portfolio that stands out.
Studying in Florence means learning in an environment steeped in film history, with access to unique filming locations that have been featured in iconic films like Inferno and A Room with a View, setting your experience apart from competitors.
Florence has hosted numerous blockbuster productions, and you will be training in the same city that has inspired directors and actors from around the globe, providing you with an invaluable experience unmatched by other acting programs.
Invest in your talent today, and take the first step towards an international acting career filled with real opportunities, set against the breathtaking scenery that only Florence can provide!
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