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M.Sc Cinema (Specialization In Acting)

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M.Sc Cinema (Specialization In Acting)

It is specially designed for students to explore themselves as an actor, break inhibitions and develop confidence in them to present themselves in front of camera and on stage .to make them understand different aspects of acting. Students will be made to understand the importance of action, motivation, sense memory, emotional or affective memory, understanding and interpreting the text be it a monologue or a script.

Key Takeaways

Students will be confident to present themselves in front of public and perform in front of camera and onstage. Understanding of body, mind, voice as a tool of acting.
Students will get to know how to approach and interpret text and develop and perform an intense level scene work and performing.
Identify and discuss the theoretical and practical elements of drama;
Define acting terminology and use it appropriately in class;
Understand the difference in acting while performing in different mediums
Do improvisational scene work based on the principles of drama
Analyze and learn from actors' performances in film and on stage with critical awareness.

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Course Projects

Project 1

Psychophysical exploration On Camera

Project 2

Monologue on Camera

Project 3

Playback shoot & Scene work

Project 4

Dubbing & show reel

Getting rid of stage fright, understanding presentation skills, and developing confidence.
Introduction to the core form and concepts of primitive and early cinema.
Introduction to still photography and design technology.
Understanding the importance of different elements like movement, camera, lighting, makeup, sets, props, etc., in the frame's composition.
Understanding the concepts and fundamental principles involved in screenwriting.

Exploring the history of the cinema after WW I and WW II.
Directing and producing various types of montage and music videos.
Learning about how cinematography and lighting are instrumental in telling a story and projecting the story's mood.
Learning about the post-production process of filmmaking and TV production involving video and sound editing.
Optional specialization in acting.

Screening, discussions, and reviews of films exploring New Wave in Indian cinema.
Understanding the importance and significance of costumes and jewelry in the entertainment industry.
Learning to market and distribute films across the globe and understand the censorship laws applicable.
Creating a 15-minute short film.

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SEMESTER –I

Introduction to acting
Theatrical games exercises
Voice training
Introduction to theories of acting
Psychophysical
Body Movement
Theatrical Monologue
Sense memory & imagination
Playback

SEMESTER –II

5 Ws of acting
Observing on location
Character research
Monologue Continued
Seven pillars of method acting
Film Monologue
Action problem
Improvisation
Scene work

SEMESTER –III

Animal Instinct
Characterization
Detailed characterization
Intense improvisation
Intense scene work
Dubbing and voice over
Audition and casting

SEMESTER –IV

Having a show reel is not just a tool; it is the most important tool. The show reel is a resume. It is the video where every ounce of the students' efforts has to be put in to show, not only the he things they have filmed, but the versatility of your editing and being able to show different styles
This will be the final Graduating collaborative group Project, where all the students will be working with each other to complete the project
Dubbing & Scene work for show reel

Program Faculty

Mr Yogesh Mishra

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Ankit Saroha

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Dr Sneha Samaddar

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Sonam Pathan

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Amarpal Singh Fauzdar

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Ms Geet

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Ms Poonam Sharma

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Placement

Preetika Pahwa

ACTRESS

Short Films & Music Video

Harsh Chaturvedi

ACTOR

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Sanskriti Sinha

ACTRESS

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Priyanshi Gautam

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Lab & Equipments

AAFT School of Cinema is equipped with high-end editing labs with the latest software and Chroma studios. Our fully-equipped studios with high-end cameras and other equipment provide students an opportunity to face and handle cameras in real-time.

The School of Cinema is also equipped with TV studios, RED Digital camera, tracks, trolleys, cranes along with cameras of HD and SD compatibility. The School also boasts of:

Blue and green screen shooting facilities
Virtual Sets Mini Film Training studio
Post-production lab
Screening theatre
Film shooting spaces
Mini Tv training studio
Outdoor shooting facility
Film shooting floor
Rehearsal hall
Film video production facilities

Student Workshops

AAFT takes strident measures to organize periodic workshops to enrich the industry knowledge of students while exposing them to the views and insights of experts and veterans across multiple fields.

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Other Degrees offered

B.Sc in Cinema (Specialization In Acting) Learn the art of acting and filmmaking with this 3-year degree course

B.Sc in Cinema + Diploma in Cinematography Learn fundamentals of cinematography with this 3-year course

M.Sc Cinema (Specialization In Direction) Master the art of filmmaking with this 2-year degree course

M.Sc in Cinema + PG Diploma in Sound Editing Learn the principles of sound editing with this 2-year course

Diploma in Acting and Presentation Learn the nuances of acting with this diploma course

Diploma in Post- Production Learn post-production techniques through this diploma course

Certificate in Video Editing Learn the fundamentals of video editing with this 3-month certificate course

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M.Sc Cinema (Specialization In Acting)

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