Course Info

FILM 485: Directing IV: Blocking for Camera

This course builds on the skills developed in scene study and deepens the director's experience in staging actors and blocking for the camera. Through a series of visualization tools and practical exercises, students will explore the intersection between the camera, lighting, acting and movement in creating an onscreen performance.

FILM 484 is a prerequisite for this class.

Fall 2025-2026

Fall 2024-2025

Fall 2023-2024

  • Section: 701
  • Class number: 13116
  • Meeting time: Th 5:45PM - 9:00PM
  • Location: 14EAS LL107 at Loop Campus
  • Instructor: Shayna Connelly | View syllabus

Fall 2022-2023

  • Section: 701
  • Class number: 18766
  • Meeting time: M 5:45PM - 9:00PM
  • Location: 14EAS LL107 at Loop Campus
  • Instructor: Stephen Kniss

Fall 2021-2022

  • Section: 701
  • Class number: 4384
  • Meeting time: M 5:45PM - 9:00PM
  • Location: 14EAS LL107 at Loop Campus
  • Instructor: Jack Newell | View syllabus