Pali Overnight Adventures

Description

Write, direct and produce your very own film! Take your wildest ideas, turn them into a screenplay, cast the best actor for each role and then shoot, edit and screen your film, sharing your vision and telling your story for others to experience again and again.

Week 1:

For campers looking to have an amazing time while learning the basics of filmmaking, the Film Institute is perfect for you. Learn tips and tricks from industry experts on lighting, sound, camera work, editing technologies and much more. All of the campers in this specialty will work together to create a short movie that will premiere at the Pali Film Festival and receive a DVD copy to bring home and so you can show off your Hollywood magic to family and friends!

Week 2:

Stay two weeks at the Film Institute if you really want to master the intricacies of the filmmaking process while producing a spectacular short feature film. For the more serious filmmaker with dreams of a future in the biz, this program will give you enough time to truly and accurately create your vision. From our Hollywood veterans who know what it takes to succeed in this industry, learn to truly understand every aspect of the filmmaking process. Improve your script-writing techniques through deeper understanding of arc, theme, character, tension and conflict. Develop your ability to create storyboards and plan your shooting schedule. Send location scouts to find the best spots to bring your scenes to life. Learn directing techniques to bring out the best in your actors and cinematographers. Capture the images you need with lighting and camera angles that will engage your viewers. Learn expert editing techniques on top-of-the-line editing systems including Final Cut Pro. Then, on the final day of camp, walk the red carpet to the cheers of adoring fans at the Pali Film Festival attended by all of camp, your parents, as well as actual Hollywood agents looking for new talent. Return home with your DVD to share with family and friends, a Pali film award, or even the possibility of an industry contract!

Testimonials

I filmed a really great movie. I can't wait to show my friends!

- Erica, cabin 4

Sample Schedule

Day 1

• An Introduction to Film
• What is a story? - Our professionals will work with you to try and create the best possible story for you to shoot.
• Begin writing your script!

Day 2

• Put the finishing touches on your very own film script!
• ON YOUR FEET! - Location and site scouting, the beginning stages of shooting the film and directing your actors!
• Continue to shoot your masterpiece!

Day 3

• Wrap up the filming. Make sure that you have all the footage that you will need.
• Start learning how to edit and begin piecing your work together.

Day 4

• Continue editing your film.
• Finalize your production!

Day 5

• Screen and discuss the movies with your fellow directors and producers!
• Show your film to the entire camp at the PALI FILM FESTIVAL!

Packing List

Film Institute Packing List

• Your own pre-written original script
• Any costumes you may have and might want to use
• Songs you may want as your soundtrack

General Packing List

The following clothing list is designed as a guide for parents and campers and should be tailored to your child's planned specialty (see below), and activity interests. For example, campers with no desire for horseback riding do not need to bring a shoe with a 1/2" heel.

Campers and staff dress informally at Pali Overnight Adventures. The rule of thumb is bring clothes that are comfortable and expendable. We discourage designer clothing for 3 main reasons; camp is rustic and your child will be active; the relaxed no pressure environment gives campers the opportunity of not having to compete; and clothes are very easily lost or damaged at camp.

Camp implements a strict policy when it comes to "provocative clothing". A general rule is that undergarments must be worn at all times and may not be visible and that the navel to the bottom must be covered completely. Laundry is done for campers stayingfor three or more weeks. Laundry is done after the second week of a camper's stay. Please make sure your child has a laundry bag for their belongings.

Lost And Found - Name tags should be placed on all campers belongings. Please put the campers first and last name. While every effort is made to help campers be conscious of their belongings and return lost and found articles back to the campers, unlabeled articles are rarely recovered.

Pali Adventures is not responsible for the loss or damage to a camper's personal belongings for any reason (i.e. fire, theft, laundry or forgetfulness) and Pali Adventures strongly recommends that campers not bring items of value to camp.

Luggage - Luggage should be confined to bedding and one suitcase or duffel bag. Everything should be labelled and closed securely. We reserve the right to screen a camper's luggage.

Bedding - Camp does not provide any bedding or linens. All campers must bring their own sleeping bag (or sheets and blankets) for their nightly use, plus a pillow and pillowcase. Camp does not provide towels.

Personal Equipment - Cell phones are not permitted in camp and on camp sponsored trips. The camp may, at its discretion, hold cell phones or other similar devices. Confiscated cell phones may be picked up at the end of camp. Concerned Parents are always welcome to call the Head Counselors to check on the progress of their child. Almost every type of electronic device is not allowed at camp. As a rule, any item that can: send or receive a phone call or text messages, play a DVD, access the Internet or send or receive e-mail is not permitted at camp. Hand held electronic games, iPods, or other expensive equipment are strongly discouraged. The camp is not responsible for the damage, theft or other loss of any personal items.

Dangerous items are strictly prohibited from camp. No drugs, alcohol, cigarettes, matches, fireworks, or other contraband may be brought into camp. If these or any other dangerous items are found at camp, the staff will confiscate them and disciplinary action will be taken. Camp cannot guarantee the safekeeping or return of confiscated items.

The following list is basedon a two-week stay.

• 16 pair of underwear (including bras for girls)
• 16 pairs of socks
• 10 - 12 pairs of shorts
• 5 - 7 pairs of long pants, jeans or sweats
• 1 pair of sturdy sandals, thongs or tevas
• 2 pair of tennis shoes
• 13 - 14 T-shirts
• 3 long sleeved shirts
• 3 sweatshirts
• 1 jacket 1 hat
• 1 pair of semi-nice clothes for the dance!
• 2 bathing suits
• 3 towels
• 1 beach towel
• 1 set of PJ's
• Sleeping bag & pillow or sheets and blankets for a twin bed.
• Toiletries. Please include sunscreen, lip balm and moisturizer.
• SUNGLASSES
• Water bottle (Optional - Pali will provide)
• Flashlight
• Insect repellent
• Day pack - small backpack for daily items
• Disposable camera
• Pens, pencils, paper, stamps
• Deck of cards or community game (Optional)
• Hiking boots with a 1/2" heel (for riding horses)

Equipment

• DV Digital Cameras
• Real Film Clapboards
• Apple iMacs with Word for script writing and Final Cut Pro for editing
• Various Steady Cam Equipment
• Boom Microphones

Safety

All of Pali's programs adhere to every single one of the ACA (American Camp Association) accreditation specifications. This is a very thorough process, by the countries premiere camp standards organisation.

Pali counselors undergo an intense two week orientation period before camp begins. This training includes all matters of camper issue resolution, activity supervision and site specific rescue. All of our counselors are also fully certified in both CPR and First Aid.

Film Institute Safety

Much like Broadcast Journalism safety issues are of less concern in Film Institue, however where there are potential situations i.e. large quantities of electrical equipment, we are still very careful. The Film room will locked at all times so that the equipment is out of harms way in between specialty days.

There is a lot of 'On location' shooting which means there is a lot of walking around the 72 acres of camp. We strongly suggest our camera operators, directors and actors wear proper shoes to avoid tripping.

All stunts that are done in the movies are performed by trained members of our Hollywood Stunt Camp. There will be no stunts performed by campers who haven't been given specific permission and release by our stunt professionals.