Film Making

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Top Film & Cinema Schools in Delhi NCR

1. AAFT – One of the most established film & media schools in the region offering UG/PG degrees, diplomas, and short‑term cinema courses covering directing, cinematography, editing, screenwriting, acting, and production. AAFT has a long track record in creative arts education.

2. Ravi Sarin Film Institute – Known for its practical industry‑oriented training in filmmaking and cinema, with Diploma and short‑term courses as well as degree options. Tends to focus on hands‑on projects and industry exposure. 

3. GKFTII - T-Series Film School – Film & television institute linked to the T‑Series group, offering B.Sc/M.Sc, diplomas, and filmmaking training, especially useful if you want cinematography or direction focus with good practical exposure. 

4. CRAFT Film School – Well‑reviewed vocational film school in New Delhi with high ratings, ideal for hands‑on practice and short courses in filmmaking and video production.

5. Puppets Picture Mass Communication College – Highly rated by students (5★) for courses in filmmaking, photography, acting and media — good option for practical, project‑based learning.

6. Film, TV & Animation Studies of Bhartiya Vidya Bhavan – Institutional media course provider that covers film/TV/animation with good reviews — suitable if you want structured study with recognised credentials.

 Other Notable Options (Focus on Specialized Skills)

• Delhi Film Academy – Good local school with ratings in filmmaking/photography.

• RK Films & Media Academy – Popular media training institute with solid reviews.

• ASG Academy Of Film Making – Offers basic film/acting/media training at affordable rates.

• ICE Institute & The Indian School Of Acting or Barry John Acting Studio – These are more acting‑centric schools if your focus is performance and camera acting rather than full cinema production.

• Padarpan Films and Theatre Institute – Focus on acting/theatre with application for screen performance skills.

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Yes, AAFT does allow students from non‑media backgrounds to enroll in short‑term direction, editing, cinematography or other film/media certificate courses, as long as they meet the basic eligibility criteria for those programs. Here's how it works:

No Prior Media Background Required

For most short‑term certificate courses at AAFT School of Cinema, the eligibility is based on general academic qualification, not on having a prior degree or experience in media, filmmaking, or related fields:

• Certificate courses such as Certificate in Production Direction & TV Journalism, Certificate in Cinematography, and Certificate in Video Editing & Sound Recording generally require:

  • 10+2 (secondary education) from a recognised board

  • Clearing the AAFT Global Entrance Test (GET) and a personal interview (for some certificates)
    This means students from non‑media backgrounds (e.g., commerce, science, arts unrelated to media) can apply if they fulfil these basic criteria.

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Yes — at AAFT School of Cinema, the degree programs in film and television are structured to provide a broad foundation in filmmaking while also offering specialisation options in key areas such as direction, cinematography, editing, and acting. Here's a detailed breakdown:

1. Core Curriculum (Common to All Students)

All students in BA/BFA or MA/MFA in Cinema study foundational subjects like:

Film theory and history

Scriptwriting & storytelling

Film production & direction basics

Visual language and cinematography fundamentals

Editing and post-production techniques

Sound design and music in films

Acting basics & on-screen performance

These courses ensure every student has a holistic understanding of filmmaking before choosing a specialization. 

2. Specialization Options

a) Direction

Focus on film direction, scene blocking, shot composition, and storytelling through visuals

Includes practical projects like directing short films, web series, and advertisements

Covers working with actors, technical crew, and production management

b) Cinematography

In-depth study of camera operation, lighting, framing, and shot design

Hands-on experience with DSLRs, cinema cameras, drones, and lighting equipment

Projects include shooting short films, commercials, and digital content

c) Editing / Post-Production

Covers video editing, color grading, sound editing, and visual effects (VFX)

Training on industry-standard software like Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, After Effects

Practical assignments include editing short films, documentaries, and ad campaigns

d) Acting / Performance

Students learn method acting, improvisation, dialogue delivery, body language, and screen presence

Practice through short films, theatrical performances, and camera workshops

Training often overlaps with direction and production modules for hands-on experience

3. How Specializations Are Integrated

From Year 2 or 3 onwards (UG), students typically choose electives or focus areas according to interest.

PG programs (MA/MFA/PG Diploma) allow deeper specialization, with major projects and thesis films often aligned with chosen streams (e.g., a student specializing in cinematography shoots and edits their own short film).

Many students combine core and specialisation modules to build a professional portfolio ready for the industry.

4. Industry-Oriented Projects

Students create multiple short films, documentaries, ads, and digital content during the program.

Specialization ensures that the final-year or PG capstone project showcases the student's chosen expertise (e.g., a final film entirely directed or edited by the student).