directing fiction

  1. cinenym

    Applied National Film and Television School (NFTS) Directing Fiction MFA 2027

    The online application was pretty straightforward - just a CV and a few questions, just waiting to hear back now and hoping I can maybe get an interview
  2. cinenym

    NFTS Directing Fiction MFA 2027

    Hello all! I just submitted my application for Directing Fiction starting in 2027! Nervous, and a helluva long wait ahead, but wanted to get a conversation going. Has anybody else applied or is planning on applying? Any advice? How long does the application process tend to take? NFTS is a...
  3. cinenym

    Preparation for a competitive MA/MFA Directing application (UK)

    I've been looking at both MA and MFA directing courses, with a particular focus on two: the NFTS Directing Fiction MA and the AFI Directing MFA and an aim to start in 2026 or 2027 - by then I'll be in my late 20s. As both courses are highly competitive, I'd really like my application to be as...
  4. H

    Denied (w/o Interview) nfts directing fiction 2026

    So far so good. Attended the open day. Already know school quite well, 4th time after all. Slim chance of course. Submitted. Not much else to say till something happens. Update: no interview.
  5. H

    NFTS - Directing Fiction 2026 Applicants

    Open day tomorrow, see you there!
  6. hhhhhhhh1511

    Waitlisted (After Interview) Ma directing fiction

    I’m on the waiting list The interview went very well and I felt like they enjoyed talking to me I’ve had a feeling that they really liked the movie I attached to my first log in They asked a lot of interesting questions regarding the film and they were very nice too I’ve been waiting so long for...
  7. theblueduck

    Denied (w/o Interview) NFTS - MA Directing Fiction 2025

    Smooth process. Started to work on the application 8 months before the submission date. I took into consideration a lot of time for postproduction. I gave myself enought time to answer the questions they ask; I rewrote them like 3 times. Update: radio silence all the way up to rejection. Good...
  8. R

    Admitted (After Interview) MA DIRECTING FICTION NFTS

    The Application process for NFTS went pretty smooth. I feel like the lesser word count for the questions make it a much more easier application and I could tell they put a lot of focus on the particular film you are asked to send.
  9. FD97

    Applied NFTS Directing Fiction - 2024

    The application requires - answering five 250 word questions, 15 minute showcase of your own work and finally a 2 page outline / treatment for a fictional project. If they like your initial application then you will be invited to an interview where you will be interviewed by a panel of 4. After...
  10. M

    NFTS 2024 - Directing Fiction Applications

    ♫ Here I go again [not] on my own ♫ ♫ Going down the only road I've ever known ♫ Attempt number 4.... when will it stop? 😅
  11. Joshna

    Admitted (After Interview) LMU - MFA Film & Television Production

    LMU asked for several factors like writing sample, video sample, creative samples etc. After a few months I got a mail of being selected for an interview. Attending the interview made me recall once again about why I was so passionate about filmmaking. It was an amazing process. I submitted my...
  12. M

    NFTS 2023 - Directing Fiction Applications

    Here we go again!! Third time's the charm, or so they say...
  13. I

    Applied NFTS -DIRECTING FICTION MA-2022

  14. M

    Denied (w/o Interview) NFTS MA DIRECTING FICTION COURSE 2022

    Standard NFTS Directing Application: -15 minutes of a short film you solely directed -a 2 page, double spaced, feature film or short film treatment -many questions about your background, motivations, why you want to study at the NFTS, and what you think you could improve from the short film you...
  15. Elbow07

    NFTS - MA Directing Fiction - 2022 entry

    So second time lucky 🤞 I've applied for the Directing Fiction MA at NTFS for entry in Jan 2022. Just thought I'd throw a thread up here to see if anyone else is in the same boat who want to stew together? 😂 Or more helpfully, just connect and share our experiences and whatnot.
  16. Elbow07

    Applied Directing Fiction - NFTS - 2022

  17. karolasmc

    Denied (w/o Interview) Senior in HS, applied to USC SCA Film and TV Production.

    Hi, I'm Karola. I'm a senior in high school from Southern California. I love making videos with my friends. Whether it's writing, directing, acting, editing, shooting, costume design, sound design, I love it all. I also love fashion on the side, along with probably all other art forms, because...
  18. C

    Chapman MFA Film Production (Directing) vs LMU MFA Film & TV Production. Please Help!

    Hi everyone, I was accepted into both Chapman University’s MFA Film Production program for directing and LMU’s MFA Film and TV Production program (I would want to specialize in directing fiction). I’m extremely torn between the two programs and stressing out because the offer deadline for both...
  19. killakween

    Attending (Admitted After Interview) LMU: Film & TV Production MFA (Fall 2021)


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