Programs
Film Club
Are you a Pre-Teen/Teen That loves movies? Do you love to watch movies and then discuss them with other filmmakers? If you answered, “Yes,” then Film Club is for you!
WHAT:
This Winter join us for our Virtual Movie Screenings where we watch films, discuss them and have an “Amazing” Question and Answer session with a Production Team Member or Actor from the film.
WHY:
Our program was establish to have young filmmakers learn the basic elements of visual storytelling (i.e. what makes a film a film and not a book, painting, etc.) and put them into practice.
WHEN:
Once-month the club will screen a current film, that members have selected, watch the film and have discussion about the film Online. Our next movie screening is June 28, 2025 Film: “How to Train Your Dragon-Animation”
WHO:
To be a member of Film Club you must be 11-17 and have a passion for Films and Filmmaking.
Registration is open now:
To register, complete the form below, or email our foundation at: programs@barbaraseniorsharkinsfoundation.org
Thank you for your interest in our Summer Mentorship Program. The application window is now closed!
CREATIVE FILMMAKING MENTORSHIP PROGRAM (ONLINE) 2025
The Dr. BSH Foundation’s Screenwriting Mentorship Program: A hands-on mentorship program meant to hone your craft and help you develop crucial storytelling skills. Consisting of a twice monthly workshop, the program provides a rare opportunity for youth interested in film/TV to learn directly from professionals in the industry and open that first door.
Film Workshops 2024-2025
Our next workshop is May 10, 2025.
This workshop is being presented with Film and Television Actors and Directors.
This is a free event that we will be presenting once a month.
If your child is interested in attending, please do the following:
Register at programs@barbaraseniorsharskinsfoundation.org, by e-mailing us their name, age, and Guardian contact information.
For more details e-mail the foundation at: programs@barbaraseniorsharkinsfoundation.org
Film Camps
Young Filmmakers will learn the moviemaking process including pre-production, shot list, , filming techniques, and post-production editing. They will also understand how to use music, and sound effects to add drama and excitement to their film. They will create their own short film that will be shown at a private screening for friends and family!
This hands-on Film Camp was created to teach young Filmmakers how to produce a Short Film Project. All Filmmakers will have the opportunity to learn firsthand from Award-Winning Filmmakers how to create a short film, plus they will also be able to collaborate with other young Filmmakers! Field trips include a visit to the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, a Film Screening of a Summer movie, and another special surprise!
Registration is available from May 1-June 20’ 2025
Camp Dates: July 7-18’ 2025
Location: Compton College, compton, California
Time: 9:00am-2:00pm
Fees: 300.00 (Payment Plans available)