Curated OER
The Inuit Style of Film-making
Seventh graders examine the style of Inuit. In this Film lesson, 7th graders research the different ways to create a Hollywood film. Students read various articles on this style of art.
Curated OER
Creating with Alice
Students explore Alice Programming Software. In this exploratory lesson, students design a unique storyboard which will guide the creation of their Alice World. Students write and create their own films.
Other
Bfi Screenonline: Glossary of Film and Television Terms
Follow this link to the British Film Institute's glossary of film and television terms.
BBC
Bbc Blast: Film
Blast hosts competitions, interviews, message boards, tips and tools, showcases of student-created work, and similar content designed to further the creative aspirations of future filmmakers.
BBC
Bbc: Blast
So, you want to be a creative arts professional? This designed-for-teens website includes articles about what it takes to be a working artist, dancer, filmmaker, musician, writer, or fashion designer. Find interviews with arts...
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Kid Filmmakers: Home
Website for and about kids who are interested in making films, with pictures, videos, and links to resources.
South Carolina Educational Television
Etv: Bell South Digital Storyteller: Generations of Heroes
Information and advice for participating in a digital storytelling project that documents the experiences and memories of those who have served the United States in war or other military conflicts. Step-by-step instructions, useful...
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Museum of the Moving Image: Interview With Tim Burton
A conversation with film director Tim Burton, from a lecture series sponsored by the museum. Click on the appropriate link to access the interview in audio format or with a text transcript.
George Eastman Museum
George Eastman House: Discovery Room Tips: Think Like a Filmmaker [Pdf]
Learn about the roles of director, cinematographer, and screenwriter in the filmmaking process. Includes templates for making film-production props--director's bullhorn, cinematographer's storyboards, and a scene clapper--so that you can...
PBS
Pbs American Masters: William Wyler
Read about the life of film director William Wyler from this PBS biography series. Some of his most famous works include "Ben Hur," and "Funny Girl".
Scholastic
Scholastic: Teacher's Guide to Making Student Movies
Video examples and plenty of information about how to make movies are included in this resource for teachers.
Senses Of Cinema
Senses of Cinema: Don Siegel
Learn about Siegel's 49 year film directing career and the great movies he added to the all-time greats list.
Senses Of Cinema
Senses of Cinema: Preston Sturges
Best known for his comic genius, Preston Sturges directed classic films including as "The Miracle of Morgan's Creek." This article discusses his life and work.
Senses Of Cinema
Senses of Cinema: Raoul Walsh
Director Raoul Walsh is famous for making action films. This lengthy tale of his life is accompanied by descriptions and stills from some of his films.
Senses Of Cinema
Senses of Cinema: Fred Zinnemann
A lengthy article that speaks about the films created during Zinnemann's career. Includes images and links for further information.
Senses Of Cinema
Senses of Cinema: Dorothy Arzner
Dorothy Arzner was one of the very few women who established a name for herself as a director in the film industry of the 1920s and '30s. She is known for the film "The Wild Party" among others. Read about her many films throughout her...
Senses Of Cinema
Senses of Cinema: Frank Borzage
Borzage, criticized for being old fashioned, is known for directing sentimental love stories in the early 1900s. Read about his films and his successful career.
Senses Of Cinema
Senses of Cinema: Tim Burton
Explore the world of Timothy William Burton. Famous for his direction in dark and mysterious films including "The Nightmare Before Christmas," "Edward Scissorhands," and his new film "The Corpse Bride."
Senses Of Cinema
Senses of Cinema: John Ford
An Oscar winning director, John Ford has been said to be the "greatest director of all time." He made many great Western films including "The Iron Horse" and "Stagecoach." This is a wonderful tribute to Ford and his career.
Senses Of Cinema
Senses of Cinema: Buster Keaton
Buster Keaton is a famous director and actor who insisted that his interest and intention in filmmaking was to get a laugh from his audiences. This is a wonderful article outlining his life career and some of his more famous films.
Senses Of Cinema
Senses of Cinema: Fritz Lang
Follow the ups and downs of famous director Fritz Lang. This article discusses his struggles as well as his successes.
Senses Of Cinema
Senses of Cinema: David Lean
This director of 16 motion pictures is seen as a legend in the eyes of his colleagues and film critics. This article tells of his career and also leads to other web sources.
Senses Of Cinema
Senses of Cinema: Joseph L. Mankiewicz
This article describes the life and work of director Joseph Mankiewicz whose great list of films includes "All About Eve." Includes scenes from his films and links for futher learning.
Senses Of Cinema
Senses of Cinema: Vincente Minnelli
Creating "a little magic" helps to describe this famous director. Read about his career and his many great films.