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  1. Cinematik

    Applied NYU TISH DUAL DEGREE MFA/MBA

    The application process so far has been challenging, clarifying, and unexpectedly affirming. It has required me to slow down and take inventory of the last several years—my academic journey, my leadership roles, the films I’ve created, and the experiences that have shaped my voice. In pushing...
  2. A

    Introducing myself: career transition to filmmaking

    Hi everyone, I'm going to write a little introductory post here as per Chris's automated recommendations. I am 36 years old and I've been a classical musician for basically my whole adult life. I completed a PhD in music composition right before COVID hit. I was always interested in the furthest...
  3. H

    Any other schools train auteur film directors like NYU TISCH?

    Hi friends, I've leaned that NYU's graduate film program allows students writer their own scripts, then directs and edits it. Students collaborate/help others' set only as gaffer, cameraman etc. Is there any other film schools in the world got the similar mode instead of mandatorily...
  4. 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...
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    Admitted (After Interview) NFTS Directing Fiction MFA 2026

    I applied last year but unfortunately didn’t make it to the interview. I was planning to give up this year, but on the day before the deadline, I decided to apply and managed to prepare all the materials within a day. The overall application process was quite smooth — it only required answering...
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    Attending (Admitted After Interview) MFA in Film - Ohio University

    The application was very clear - nothing confusing about it. You can complete it within two days, especially if you have all the documents ready. It took me quite some time to write and refine my statement of purpose and statement of goals, as well as to put my portfolio together and update my...
    • Garwulo
    • Application
    • directing film mfa 2025 ohio film ohio university screenwriring
    • Comments: 2
    • Category: 2025 Fall Entry
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    Denied (w/o Interview) AFI Directing

    The essays ask a lot of introspective questions that take time to think over and answer thoughtfully. I found that to be the most difficult and intensive part of the application, but other than that very straightforward.
    • aniki.kissa
    • Application
    • 2025 afi afi 2025 afi directing directing masters masters in direction
    • Comments: 1
    • Category: 2025 Fall Entry
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    Denied (w/o Interview) NFTS Directing Fiction

    First time applying. Not expecting to get in, using it more as a practice run for writing the application. Vaguely hoping to get an interview as a practice run for the next time I apply / for other schools in the future.
  9. Write & Direct Online Film School

    Write & Direct Online Film School

    Write & Direct is an online film school that is very hands on. You will come up with an idea and take it through all phases of the filmmaking process: Development, Pre-Production, Production and Post. You will learn everything you need to know to begin making movies. And the goal of this...
  10. FD97

    Applied NFTS Directing Fiction MA 2026

    It’s was good, the same standard application as before with six questions about you and why you want to study at the NFTS, followed by a 2 page proposal for a short or feature project and then 15min portfolio of your own directing work.
  11. arsenicandold

    Waitlisted (After Interview) FSU MFA Production

    Pretty good, the website can be a bit outdated and ran into some complications but they respond quickly and are very understanding. The interview was kind of intimidating but everyone there was nice. I was waitlisted but hopefully I will be off the waitlist soon since FSU is my first choice.
  12. A

    Waitlisted (After Interview) 2024 FSU film

    pretty good. The interview was enjoyable, and I had an amazing time. Building my profolio for the application process was also entertaining to create.
  13. G

    Attending (Admitted After Interview) MFA Cinema Arts Live Action

    The application and interview process has been really smooth! I interviewed with Matthew Moore and it was a really good conversation. I'm really looking forward to this program.
    • Greenwaddle
    • Application
    • brooklyn college directing feirstein feirstein graduate school of cinema
    • Comments: 1
    • Category: 2025 Fall Entry
  14. D

    Admitted (After Interview) Brooklyn College - Cinema Arts MFA 2025

    Online application is a bit outdated, and it took a while for my checklist to be updated. Emails take a long time to be answered as well. There is a lot of flexibility in the portfolio.
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    Waitlisted (w/o Interview) Chapman - Film Production MFA (Directing Emphasis) 2025

    First application I submitted. Self-intro video was challenging, but I appreciated the lack of restrictions in the portfolio. Quite a lot of materials required.
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    Admitted (After Interview) Stony Brook - MFA in Film Directing 2025

    I was able to repurpose most materials from previous applications. First application I heard back from and first interview scheduled. I wasn't very optimistic about my interview performance as I was extremely nervous, but it ended up being my first acceptance as well.
  17. D

    Admitted (After Interview) CalArts - Film Directing MFA 2025

    Process was pretty straightforward. I enjoyed writing the materials, especially the one regarding influences. Communication has been friendly and efficient.
  18. lululicious1

    Waitlisted (After Interview) AFI Conservatory - Fall 2025 - Directing

    This is way too long of a question process. It was going fine until I was unhappy with the result lol. I had a great interview. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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    Admitted but Not Attending (After Interview) UCLA MFA in Production/Directing – Narrative

    First time applying. They don't require any visual portfolio materials, only a film treatment, I think to keep the process fair for applicants who don't have access to cameras and materials, which is cool. They only host interviews over zoom for the same reason, so no formal opportunity to visit...
  20. O

    Admitted but Not Attending (After Interview) SAIC MFA in Film, Video, New Media and Animation

    Relatively straightforward application process, a statement of purpose (that also functions like an artist statement) and a portfolio, which was flexible in terms of content and structure. I enjoyed going to their interview day, meeting faculty in person as well as other applicants and seeing...

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