Movie Production California
Los Angeles
Key points
● 8 production lessons per week
● 18 English lessons per week
● Visits to 4 different Hollywood studios
● 3 week programme
● Includes daily transportation
● End of Program Report
School details
Levels: B1-Intermediate to C1-Advanced
Accommodation: Host family - Twin shared room, Residential hall - Twin shared room
Arrivals/Departure: Arrivals are on Sundays with departures on Saturdays
Bank Holiday – No classes on Independence Day, Friday, July 4, 2025.:
Age range: 14+ Years
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Lights, Camera, Action: Unleashing the Filmmaker Within!
Welcome to an immersive program that goes beyond the ordinary, introducing budding filmmakers to the captivating world of creating short films. This isn't your average film school; it's a hands-on experience led by esteemed instructors from Columbia University and seasoned Hollywood directors and technicians. Get ready to script, shoot, and create magic under the Hollywood sign.
5,4,3,2,1 - ACTION!
From crafting a compelling screenplay to mastering basic camera moves and on-location shooting, participants dive into every aspect of film production. Learn from the best in the business, including instructors who've collaborated with industry legends like George Lucas and Ray Liotta.
Behind-the-Scenes Studio Tours and exciting excursions
Walk in the footsteps of cinematic giants with exclusive tours of major studios like Warner Bros., Sony/MGM, and Paramount. Immerse yourself in the glitz of Hollywood and Beverly Hills, with optional visits to Disneyland, Santa Monica Beach, and the thrilling Knott's Berry Farm. Wrap up the program with a Hollywood-worthy farewell party and a film screening showcasing your creative masterpiece.
The program includes:
- 18 English Lessons weekly: Sharpen your language skills in an engaging and immersive environment.
- 8 Movie Production Lessons weekly: Delve into the art of filmmaking with hands-on lessons, including equipment use and a copy of your final film.
- Evening activities: Dance, play sports, games, and enjoy movie nights for a perfect blend of learning and leisure.
- Homestay or Residential accommodation: Experience a home away from home with half board during the week and brunch on Saturdays, and brunch & dinner on Sundays.
- Airport transfer: from/to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Optional Extras: Choose additional excursions for Sunday like Disneyland or Santa Monica Beach and Pier (additional fee).
Embark on a cinematic journey where dreams come to life. Join us in the heart of Hollywood, where creativity knows no bounds, and every frame tells a unique story. Unleash your inner filmmaker, master the art of storytelling, and let the adventure begin!
- Camp Duration:
- 3 Week
- Levels:
- B1-Intermediate to C1-Advanced
- Age group:
- Juniors
- Start dates:
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Summer
06.07.2025
Movie Production
- Language Courses:
- English
- About this camp:
- 18 English lessons each week with professional and highly trained American English teachers all ready to teach you how to speak English in that Blockbuster American accent!
- 8 lessons of production tuition per week from acclaimed teachers with plenty of hands-on industry experience. Past instructors include Columbia University faculty as well as directors and technicians who have worked on major Hollywood productions, including projects with George Lucas and Tom Cruise!
Included in the price:
- 18 lessons of English per week
- Evening activities including dances, sports, games, and movies
- 8 lessons of movie production per week.
- Use of camera and equipment
- Copy of final film.
- Host family accommodation or student residence (includes two meals on weekdays, brunch on excursion days, brunch and dinner on non-excursion days as well as the daily tranport from/to the camp).
- T-shirt, textbooks, and certificate of completion.
- Use of college computer lab and library.
- Registration fee.
- Roundtrip airport transfer to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Summer
| Weeks | Price |
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Students will be placed in carefully selected American homes, where they will experience the American family lifestyle, or in a school residence
Homestay Accommodation includes two meals on weekdays, brunch on Saturdays, and brunch & dinner on Sundays.
Daily transportation to/from the camp.
Residential Accommodation includes two meals on weekdays, brunch on Saturdays, and brunch & dinner on Sundays.
Daily transportation to/from the camp.
Every summer since more than 10 years the language schools welcome around one hundred participants for its different programs.
This is a sample programme. Activities and excursions can vary significantly depending on the weather, or other factors that are beyond our control.
In this camp, students are offered a full excursions and activity programme that mixes leisure and cinema related activities:
• Film Screening
• Hollywood
• Beverly Hills
• Cinema makeup workshop
• Disneyland
• DJ Dance Party
• Farewell Party
• Knott’s Berry Farm (optional)
• Santa Monica Beach (optional)
• MLB Baseball Game (optional)
Studio visits:
• Warner Bros.
• Sony/MGM
• Paramount
• Universal Studios
Arrivals/Departure
The school provides transfers to and from LAX Airport.
Arrivals are on Sundays with departures on Saturdays.
Students should check in on Sunday between 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM. For students that use the transfer service, FLS will arrange the arrival and check-in with the family.
Students should depart by 12:00 PM on Saturday. Late checkout may be requested but is not guaranteed, and may incur an additional fee. Extra nights of housing may be requested. (see Extras)
The school provides an unaccompanied minor service (see Extras). Please find further information on the Unaccompanied Minor Service by clicking on the following link: here.
