Directing actors is an essential in a film director’s toolkit. Learn how to work with actors, both professional and non-professional.

Learn how to work with actors, both professional and non-professional

Gain the confidence necessary for directing actors in rehearsal and on set

In a two evening quick-fire sessions you will learn tired and tested ways to illicit great performances quickly and effectively.

Who should attend:

Filmmakers seeking a better understanding of working with actors on a film set.

Session One

Script breakdown

Scene Structure: Beats. Plot Points. Climax. The through Line. Character Analysis: Back story. Biography and research. The Character Spine. Dialogue: How to work with subtexts.

Acting tools:

Working with Images, Movements and Atmospheres. Relaxation, Memory and concentration TechniquesPhysical and physiological exercises.

Session 2:

Reherasal techniques

Improvisation exercises without text and with text. Blocking: Physical movement and emotional movement. Working with Beats. Working with Verbs and through Lines. The Rehearsal Plan. Working with actors on setQuick tips for better performancePractical exercise – evaluating / preparing a scene for actors and performance.

Thorough guide to preparation of scenes and scripts – so you are armed with ideas and thoughts that will elevate all your performances.

Dates and fees

Session one: Thursday 11 February, 19pm -22pm (Cet time)

Session two: Friday 12 February, 19-22 pm (Cet time)

Total time: 6 hours

Fee: 30€

About the tutor

Ezequiel Rubin.

Born in Argentina, 1977. He works as Script consultant/Scriptwriting and Directing Teacher. He has collaborated for several projects from Spain, Argentina Italy an Canada, working for companies such as Tve, Factotum, Rai Cinema, Tv3, Met Films and MediaPro.

Founder of Cinelab, film school based in Barcelona, provides Screenwriting, Filmmaking courses and coaching for Writers, Actors and Directors.