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Getting into Film - National Careers Week


The film industry is one of the UK’s great strengths. As one of the sectors that make up the creative industries, it has over recent years demonstrated that it makes a significant contribution to the country’s economy, but it is beginning to show strains flowing from an acute skills shortage. 

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How to write scene transitions

The Wave - authoritarianism

What is a frame narrative?

The Film Industry and Careers

Vertigo video essay - cinematic influence

The Future of Filmmaking

Zhang Yimou - Visionary of China's past

The Wave: Tim becomes Wenger's bodyguard (clip 6 of 9)

The Lost Boys opening

Enrichment and Work Experience Opportunities in Film Studies

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BACK TO THE FUTURE, the musical. Thursday 5th June 2025. Years 7 to 10.

Key Stage 3 practical sessions information - updated for February 2025

Summer 2025 Results

Year 11 GCSE Drama Picnic & Balloon Stomp 2021

Year 11 GCSE Drama Picnic & Balloon Stomp 2025

Key Stage 4 Practical lessons

Coping with exam pressure - a guide for students

Y11 GCSE Drama picnic & Balloon Stomp 2023

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