Some examples of film workshops include the following:
This workshop considers the biggest challenge humanity is facing: to protect the only planet we inhabit. The session will explore climate change throughout a selection of films ranging from environmental fictions, documentaries and solution oriented films. It can also be used as a valuable tool to discuss positive changes and earth restoration activities with young people. Films studied include: Snowpiercer, The Day After Tomorrow, Avatar, The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind, 2040.
This workshop is an alternative way to celebrate the importance of Maths in our world. Throughout a variety of movies, students will analyse maths specialists characters, their potential stereotypical representation on screen as well as their evolution over the years. Exploring these issues is also a great way to boost students’ motivation in Maths curriculum. Films presented include: Hidden Figures, The Man Who Knew Infinity, 21, The Theory of Everything, X +Y.
How can film help improve a gender equal world? How do we celebrate women’s through films? How can we create a stronger and more diverse world of female characters on screen? These are some of the questions posed in this workshop as we examine how women have been portrayed in movies during the last two decades whilst analysing the strengths and the weaknesses of their representation. Students will also be given the opportunity to create their own female character in a short synopsis, a detailed written description or a mood board. Examples of films analysed include Proxima, Divergent, Belle and The Lady.
In this workshop, students explore films and science, from early depiction of scientists in films such as ‘Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde’ and “ Victor Frankenstein”, to more current portrayal of scientists in films such as “Radioactive”, challenging students to question their own perceptions of scientists. The session is aimed to raise awareness on the importance of science throughout history and to inspire young people to study Science. Examples of films studied: ‘Radioactive’, ‘The Aeronauts’ and ‘Innerspace’.