I've been wanting to be a filmmaker since the tender age of 8. I've been writing scripts since I was 10 (although they were crappy back then). I come from a rough area so I'm VERY self sufficient and am a master of improvisation. I've been directing in front of some type of camera since I was 11. I had a 4.3 GPA in high school (advanced placement classes, extra credits) but decided community college was my best choice. I've been called a creative genius by spectators, but I think that's stretching it. Because of my lack of monetary provisions, I have read over 400 books on film and film theory to compensate. Does anyone have any pointers for me to get into my respective field? Thanks all =)
2006-09-24 17:40:52 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Entertainment & Music ➔ Movies
I would contact the Admissions Offices of UCLA and USC in Los Angeles, CA to see if they have any scholarships you would be eligible for. You would be close to the Hollywood Motion Picture Industry and you could also write to some directors to see if they would allow you to observe them while they work.
You can also try writing to Robert Redford who founded the Sundance Film Institute to assist new film makers and give them recognition. He might be able to answer your questions.
The most recent address I found for him is:
Creative Artists Agency
9830 Wilshire Boulevard
Beverly Hills, California 90212-1825
USA
ATTN: ROBERT REDFORD
Good Luck and all the best to you!
2006-09-24 20:36:14 · answer #1 · answered by mgctouch 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
New York Film Academy
2006-09-24 18:58:40 · answer #2 · answered by LORD Z 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I used to be in your same position. I went to community college for the first year to get the basics over with. Then I went to Southern Methodist University. There are many universities you could go to. Just make sure that it is the one for you.
2006-09-24 17:48:11 · answer #3 · answered by Christina 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋