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Like living in a movie
Students can create the next ‘Citizen Kane’ at Chapman University’s upcoming Filmmakers’ Village.
by brandon russellPublished: February 01, 2012
Suddenly, the shark jumped from beneath the dark water, its jaws wide to reveal rows of bloodstained teeth. I clenched my eyes shut, sparking a mental reel of my six-year life to flash before me. Then, in a flash, it was over.
Universal Studios Hollywood’s legendary back-lot tour became my all-time-favorite attraction that day. The level of immersion was unlike anything I’d ever experienced – the props, sets and special effects all perfectly executed to convince me I had encountered a real live shark. “I wish we could do this every day,” I remember telling my mom.
While Chapman University’s Dodge College of Film and Media Arts’ upcoming Filmmakers’ Village is no Universal Studios Tour, it might just be the next best thing. The 3.5-acre, $100 million project – a combination of historical buildings and new construction – will boast a number of typical college amenities (restaurant, gym, multi-purpose rooms, dorms), with one essential difference: elements of The Village’s design will be specifically built to double as filming locations.
In addition, 5,000 square feet of space will be used for private and community screenings, and film editing suites. Say hello to the Spielberg of film schools.
Students accepted into the Filmmakers’ Village will not only have the privilege of learning from a faculty with a combined filmography of more than 150 motion pictures, they will get to live among open movie sets. Spaces will be amenable to set decoration and wall coverings, allowing for a variety of interchangeable backgrounds.
“Filmmakers’ Village will be unlike any facility anywhere, providing an environment tailored for the way this new generation of storytellers live and learn,” says Bob Bassett, Dodge College dean. “This new facility is a shining example of how Chapman University’s Dodge College continues to evolve to provide unique opportunities for our students.”
The inaugural class is expected to start in fall 2013; groundbreaking will take place this month.
It’s been said that you’re a product of your environment. For passionate filmmakers looking to get into the industry, few – if any – options are better than Chapman’s live-learn Filmmakers’ Village.
Fact: Undergraduate programs at Chapman University’s Dodge College include Screenwriting, Digital Arts, Film Production, Screen Acting, and Film Studies.
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Universal Studios Hollywood’s legendary back-lot tour became my all-time-favorite attraction that day. The level of immersion was unlike anything I’d ever experienced – the props, sets and special effects all perfectly executed to convince me I had encountered a real live shark. “I wish we could do this every day,” I remember telling my mom. While Chapman University’s Dodge College of Film and Media Arts’ upcoming Filmmakers’ Village is no Universal Studios Tour, it might just be the next best thing. The 3.5-acre, $100 million project – a combination of historical buildings and new construction – will boast a number of typical college amenities (restaurant, gym, multi-purpose rooms, dorms), with one essential difference: elements of The Village’s design will be specifically built to double as filming locations. In addition, 5,000 square feet of space will be used for private and community screenings, and film editing suites. Say hello to the Spielberg of film schools. Students accepted into the Filmmakers’ Village will not only have the privilege of learning from a faculty with a combined filmography of more than 150 motion pictures, they will get to live among open movie sets. Spaces will be amenable to set decoration and wall coverings, allowing for a variety of interchangeable backgrounds. “Filmmakers’ Village will be unlike any facility anywhere, providing an environment tailored for the way this new generation of storytellers live and learn,” says Bob Bassett, Dodge College dean. “This new facility is a shining example of how Chapman University’s Dodge College continues to evolve to provide unique opportunities for our students.” The inaugural class is expected to start in fall 2013; groundbreaking will take place this month. It’s been said that you’re a product of your environment. For passionate filmmakers looking to get into the industry, few – if any – options are better than Chapman’s live-learn Filmmakers’ Village. Fact: Undergraduate programs at Chapman University’s Dodge College include Screenwriting, Digital Arts, Film Production, Screen Acting, and Film Studies. |
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