March 10, 2025
Directing Art + Science
Today’s class kicked off with an excerpt from the 2019 film, Portrait of a Lady on Fire, directed by Céline Sciamma, leading us into a discussion on the captivating world of film and television directing. Directing is a fascinating dance between artistic vision and meticulous execution. Imagine a conductor leading an orchestra, but instead of instruments, they’re shaping performances, camera movements, lighting, sound, and every other element that culminates in the stories we see on screen. At its heart, directing is about translating a written script into a living, breathing reality, imbuing it with emotion, rhythm, and a unique point