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  1. Dreamer

    AFI 2024 - All Applicants

    I've been observing the AFI's selection process and thought to share some insights. It seems they start by forming potential teams, and then from late January to mid-February, they interview potential directors for these teams. I’ve also noticed that the directing category appears to be the most...
  2. Dreamer

    Film & TV Discussions Films I need to watch.... What films should we watch?

    Excellent list, Chris! I recommend "Four Daughters" for its unique blend of realism and surrealism, masterfully intertwined in a documentary-fiction approach. It's nominated in the documentary category but was also shortlisted for the international category.
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    Applied AFI Directing - Fall 2024

    This is my second year applying. I submitted my directing assignment from last year as my moving image sample and made a new short film for this year's assignment on the prompt of necessity. I also wrote a completely new personal narrative statement, ensuring that it addresses all the aspects...
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    • Category: 2024 Fall Entry
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    AFI Conservatory 2023 - Who is applying?

    Rejected, but this is only the beginning. I will be figuring out ways to elevate my application for next year. Congratulations to the fellows who made it, and hard luck to those who got rejected. But please remember; never let any rejection defines you or your future. You can still climb up this...
  5. Dreamer

    AFI Conservatory 2023 - Who is applying?

    Yes it was from admissions@afi.com! You’re welcome and good luck to you and everyone tomorrow 🙏
  6. Dreamer

    AFI Conservatory 2023 - Who is applying?

    I received that production design deadline extension email on March 2nd, and the email title was “Everything Everywhere All At Once Interview, Women's History Month Movie Guide and more”
  7. Dreamer

    AFI Conservatory 2023 - Who is applying?

    I think between March 11-15
  8. Dreamer

    AFI Conservatory 2023 - Who is applying?

    Looking at the AFI Directing stats, I could see two applicants were admitted without an interview. Is this common at AFI? or is the interview a requirement in the admission process usually?
  9. Dreamer

    Comment by 'Dreamer' in Application 'AFI Directing - Fall 2023'

    Thank you Chris!
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    Denied (w/o Interview) AFI Directing - Fall 2023

    The application went well, wrote a narrative statement, two essays, and made a short film. I attached 10-mins previous work and two recommendation letters.

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