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Forthcoming Master Class on Documentary Filmmaking

24 May 2011

Academy-Award nominated director Scott Hamilton Kennedy will teach a Master Class on documentary filmmaking on Saturday 2 July 2011.

Taught by Academy Award nominated and internationally acclaimed filmmaker Scott Hamilton Kennedy, the master class will cover the process of independent documentary production from start to finish. Appropriate for film students, amateur filmmakers or anyone who wants to know how documentaries get made, the course will touch upon the must-have qualities for a successful documentary. Mr. Kennedy will discuss the steps involved in taking an original idea and making it into a successful documentary, including script, funding, pitching ideas, shooting, post-production and distribution. This course is a practical 'how to' one, as well as an illuminating look at Mr. Kennedy's own experiences in conceiving, funding, creating, and selling his own award-winning documentaries.

This course is a unique, exciting opportunity not to be missed!

For more information and to download a registration form click

Department of Film and Screen Media

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O'Rahilly Building, University College Cork, Ireland

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