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Course Description

Learn to get comfortable in front of the lens. Exercises begin with on-camera interviews so students can view their screen images in playback. Instruction focuses on understanding technical and emotional adjustments required for working in front of the camera in a relaxed and truthful way and developing intimacy with the camera. Topics include the difference between frame sizes and learning to hit marks. Hone your acting techniques through scene-study guidelines and sensory and moment-to-moment exercises, as well as monologue work. Some exercises are performed on camera with emphasis on close-ups, simple scenes and basic camera moves. The instructor critiques individual students' work during playback.

Course Outline

Learn the technical and emotional adjustments required for working in front of the camera in a relaxed and truthful way and developing intimacy with the camera.

Notes

Contact:
(310) 825-9064
entertainmentstudies@uclaextension.edu

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Section Title
Acting for the Camera I
Type
Lecture
Days
W
Time
7:00PM to 10:00PM
Dates
Jun 26, 2024 to Sep 04, 2024
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
33.0
Location
  • UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
Delivery Options
In-Person  
Course Fee(s)
Standard credit (4 units) $785.00
Available for Credit
4 units
Refund Request Deadline
Jun 30, 2024
Transfer Request Deadline
Jun 30, 2024
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Jul 01, 2024 to Sep 04, 2024
Instructors
Section Notes

Students are recorded on camera during several sessions; those wishing to keep a copy of their work must bring a flash drive to each session.

Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Internet access required. 

Section Materials
  • (Mandatory) Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
  • (Mandatory) Acting in Film: An Actor's Take on Movie Making 9781557832771
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