August 8, 2009 3:00 AM PDT
Hey Derek, thanks for your comment on my film,
I'm sorry I can't help too much with the American schools. I myself am finishing an MA in Film directing at the University of Hertfordshire in England. It's the closest in format and quality to the National Film School.. UK's equivalent to NYU I'm thinking. It's also half the price, and am so happy I did it.. I feel I have a lot more confidence to realise my film dreams.
I guess the point I want to make is that I've been taught the production process in-depth and experienced it (in digital short form) and what I do now with it is up to me. I mean, it's the work we put in, the passion, the drive. Like the TV ad short competition I posted here. It didn't take me long and could get me exposure! Now onto the next project!
I'm not sure how much I'm helping.. but I'm pretty sure it's not pieces of paper that get you anywhere in the industry... it's the quality of your work. ..and the cache your name has (win an award). Of course make sure the course tutors have good experience and 'weight' in the industry... this will obviously help. Communicate with them before choosing.
I just woke up, I'm rambling not sure where I'm going with this, lol. But good luck with whatever choice you make. Trick is to be confident in everything you do.. as a film maker. Pick up a camera, watch Trier, Karwai, Moodysson, Bergman (some of my personal favourites) A good story, well told is everything and could get you into any film school on the planet I'm sure. forget the Bs and the Cs.
. Passion and drive will get you everywhere.
Peace,
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is awesome:)