Program Overview
The three-month filmmaking program not only teaches students the basics of filmmaking, but also helps them understand the future of filmmaking using AI tools. The sessions are structured through a series of theoretical and practical lessons with the help of industry professionals, along with celebrity expert guidelines.
This foundation course is targeted towards aspiring filmmakers, college students and hobbyists, which can act as an entry level into the world of filmmaking. LIFM program is designed to educate and accelerate creative and committed individuals to elevate their knowledge in filmmaking and step foot into the film fraternity with added credibility from mentors and professional filmmakers.
Final Project
Each group of 5 students produces a 7-10 min short film, using AI assistance in script or post. Best film will be awarded at the graduation ceremony by a jury of filmmakers and industry professionals.
- Collaborative short film with optional AI-enhancement
- Screened at graduation with awards and jury feedback
Course Curriculum
1.1 History of Cinema: Timeline + Notes Lumière Brothers to Indian New Wave
1.2 Film Language: Shot, Scene, Sequence
1.3 Filmmaking Process: Script to Screen
1.4 Genre Study: Thriller, Drama, Comedy
1.5 Film Screenings & Discussions
2.1 Basics of Photography
2.2 Intro to Cinematography
2.3 Basic Camera Movements & Fundamentals
2.4 DSLR Videography & Fundamentals
3.1 Elements of Film Direction
3.2 Role of a Director in Visual Storytelling
3.3 Working with Actors & Building Performances
3.4 Blocking & Staging Scenes Effectively
3.5 Directing Short Scenes with Peers
3.6 Film Screening & Discussion
4.1 Basics of Storytelling & Structure
4.2 Screenplay Workflow
4.3 Visual Storytelling
4.4 Character Development
4.5 Dialogue Writing
4.6 Blocking & Staging
5.1 Project Planning and Management
5.2 Budgeting and Scheduling
5.3 Casting & Auditions
5.4 Location Scouting
5.5 Team Formations for Final Project
5.6 Film Screening & Discussion
6.1 Basics of Exterior Lighting
6.2 Interior Lighting Techniques
6.3 Mood Creation Through Lighting
6.4 Color Theory and Visual Aethetics
6.5 Scene Lighting (Indoor & Outdoor)
6.6 Lighting Continuity
7.1 Techniques of Digital Cinematography
7.2 Shot Composition
7.3 Camera Types & Functionality
7.4 Lenses & Framing Composition
7.5 Shooting Practice Sessions
8.1 Introduction to Editing
8.2 Editing Techniques - Fiction
8.3 Editing Techniques - Non-Fiction
8.4 Principles of Editing
8.5 Intro to NLE
9.1 Basics of Sound Recording
9.2 On-set Recording Techniques
9.3 Music Scoring Basics
9.4 Sound Mixing and Effects
10.1 NLE Tools
10.2 Adobe Premiere Pro
10.3 Da Vinci Resolve
10.4 Visual Effects
11.1 Intro to AI Filmamking Tools: Runway, SORA, Pictory
11.2 Ethical Use of Deepfake & Voice Cloning
11.3 AI-Assisted Editing & Concept Design
11.4 Integrating AI Techniques in Group Projects
12.1 Final Shoot with Team
13.1 Final Shoot, Edit & Polish Group Short Films
13.2 Graduation Screening & Feedback Panel
13.3 Best Film Award & Certificates
13.4 Guest Interaction & Networking Session
