The director is best though of as the conductor of the film orchestra.

He or she will direct all the heads of department in order to realise her or his vision, which is inspired by the screenplay.

The director must develop creative collaborations with key personnel. The…

• Production Designer (Costume, Props, Set, Hair & Make-Up)
• Cinematographer
• Editor
• Sound effects and Foley
• Music composers
• Actors

In this (Short Screenplay) task the director will be responsible for:

Pre-Production

• Annotating the Screenplay
• Agreeing Shot list & Storyboard
• Collaborating on character design

Production (Filming)

• Discussing the shot set up with the cinematographer
• Blocking the action
• Giving actors direction on body language and delivery of their lines.
  • Remember to think of their motivation (wants and needs) & given circumstances
    • Conflict = drama!

Post Production

• Collaborating with editor on final cut and agreeing completion.

TASKS

Review individually review the two videos below.

Be prepared to summarise the key points for directing discussed to your partner:

Blocking a Scene

Giving Notes to Actors