Is Film School Worth It? — Everything to Consider When Deciding

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The Film School Debate — We weigh the pro’s and con’s of film school to decide if the path is really worth it for filmmakers.

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Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction to Considering Film School
00:33 - Higher Education for Film?
01:13 - Chapter 1: Money
03:15 - Chapter 2: Education & Resources
07:55 - Chapter 3: Experience & Connections
09:56 - Takeaways

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TO BE OR NOT TO BE A FILM STUDENT

The eternal question: is film school worth it? Unfortunately, there is no one clear-cut answer (that’s why the question is eternal). Each filmmaker’s path is unique, with some utilizing their film programs to catapult them to success and others forging their own way without higher film education. But this doesn’t mean you should just flip a coin.

FILM SCHOOL TUITION

If we’re being honest, money is the foremost consideration when it comes to deciding whether or not to go to film school. The top film schools in the country are, for the most part, expensive. Think long and hard about whether or not you want to be in a ton of student debt entering an industry which is infamously difficult to make a living in.

But it’s not all gloom and doom. Some programs, like state schools, are a bit less expensive. And this doesn’t necessarily mean they’re lower quality. Also, film school may be expensive, but so is college generally. Some programs might be slightly more costly than their liberal arts counterparts, but typically not by much.

WHAT WILL I LEARN IN FILM SCHOOL?

So you think you want to spend the money. But what, exactly, will you learn? Film school curriculum can largely be divided into two camps: how and why. The how is obvious: how to light a shot, how to budget a production, etc.. This is all important, but equally important is the why. Where do these lighting conventions come from? Why have they developed the way they have? And so on. Film studies focuses more on the theory and history of film.

FILM SCHOOL EXPERIENCE AND CONNECTIONS

How many times have you heard this? “Film is about who you know.” Well, it’s a cliche because it’s true. This is perhaps the biggest perks of film school– you will meet other filmmakers who will likely become valuable connections and collaborators down the line. This is vital. Look at famous collaborators. Often, they met in school.

Film school isn’t for everyone. But it can also be an enriching experience that can do wonders for your career. The decision comes down to you. What do you need, and how will you get it?


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