Cinema Camp
Marymount College
Rancho Palos Verdes, California


This program introduces participants to the exciting process of creating a short film. Teachers have included Columbia University instructors and directors and technicians who’ve worked on major Hollywood productions, including projects with George Lucas and Ray Liotta. Hollywood insiders teach students how to write a short screenplay and draw storyboards. Participants also learn basic camera moves and improve their skills with ‘on location’ shooting.

After the shoot, students help edit and add effects to their film and then present their work to other students in a movie showcase. Students also experience a behind-the-scenes look at the film industry with visits to major movie studios and other fascinating sites related to the entertainment business.

The Marymount Cinema Camp is enhanced with 3.5 hours of daily ESL instruction taught by engaging instructors. Or substitute a fascinating class in film history taught by an expert in the subject.

Finally, students will enjoy a tour of Hollywood and may even see a movie star at the famous Hollywood & Highland complex—home of the Academy Awards!

Program Dates:

January 10, 2010

January 30, 2010

$3,195

June 27, 2010

July 17, 2010

$3,195

July 11, 2010

July 31, 2010

$3,195

July 18, 2010

August 7, 2010

$3,195

view sample calendar

All Participants Enjoy:

20 Lessons of English per week.
Use of college computer lab and library.
T-Shirt, textbooks, and certificate of completion.

Dormitory accommodation. Breakfast and dinner on weekdays, breakfast on weekends.
Roundtrip airport transfer (Los Angeles International Airport).

8 lessons of movie production per week.
Use of camera and equipment.
DVD of final movie production.

Film Screening
Hollywood Tour
Beverly Hills Tour
Disneyland (Optional)
Cinema Make-up Workshop
Farewell Party
Studio Tours:
Warner Bros.
Sony/MGM
Paramount
Universal Studios
Full supervision on all activities and excursions from an FLS counselor.

 

Ages: Open to ages 16 and up.
$150 application fee not included.