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Dillard University Film Studies Program
The Film program provides rigorous training in a liberal arts setting for future film professionals – writers, directors, producers, designers, teachers and related film practitioners. The hands-on Film program emphasizes the holistic combination of film studies and film production, including strong writing, speaking and critical thinking skills. Scholarly and creative context are offered for the liberal arts student, as well as the student seeking intensive preparation for advanced study in film. Students have the opportunity to work on Hollywood studio features, large independent film productions and create their own award-winning short films. Students are prepared for graduate school opportunities in areas such as writing, directing, producing, design/technology, production management and education.
Join us at Dillard University on this exciting journey of creativity, innovation, and meaningful communication. Your future in mass communication starts here!
What Makes Dillard Film Unique?
MAKING FEATURE FILMS IS BUILT INTO THE PROGRAM
Dillard Film supports movies big and small. Whether it’s putting 43 Dillard students as interns on Spike Lee’s “Oldboy” or five students on Lee Daniel’s “The Butler,” Dillard Film helps filmmakers make films.
Program Contact
School of Humanities
2601 Gentilly Boulevard
New Orleans Louisiana 70122
Ph. (504) 283 – 8822
dillardfilm@dillard.edu
Office Hours:
M-F 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Film Studies Degrees and Programs
Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of English studies at Dillard University, where dynamic coursework, engaging discussions, and hands-on experiences prepare you for diverse career paths in literature, writing, and communication.
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Experience
CREW
The average Film student at Dillard University works on 4 to 10 Hollywood features before they graduate.
PRODUCED
Our branded, target-marketed, concept-to-delivery approach ensures that the student not only makes good work but thinks like an entrepreneurial producer.
LIVE IT
All classes are taught by working filmmakers, ensuring the student gets the best up-to-date info in today’s ever-changing landscape.
LEARN IT
Classes frequently have working pros as guest lecturers teach in person or virtually directly from Hollywood.
Who We Are
Dillard Film History
In recent years, tax incentives offered by the State of Louisiana have made New Orleans a magnet for film production projects. Dillard has taken advantage of the booming business to create training opportunities for its film students. The University has designated film as a signature program in its College of Arts and Sciences.
In addition to coursework, undergraduate majors work with professional filmmakers as crew members on location. Dillard students have participated in the making of five big budget features originating in Hollywood and New York, including “The Butler” starring Forrest Whitaker, “Mr. Right” starring Sam Rockwell and Anna Kendrick, “Elvis and Nixon” with Kevin Spacey and Michael Shannon, Spike Lee’s “Old Boy” and a remake of “The Magnificent Seven” with Denzel Washington, Chris Pratt, and Ethan Hawke.
The Dillard University film program is helping to further enrich culture and the arts in one of the nation’s most distinctive cities, and to provide students with exciting opportunities to learn from the best. As a result of our hard work, Dillard Film was ranked #13 Best Bachelor’s in Film Programs by Study.com.
Student Learning Outcomes
Prepare for careers in the entertainment industry based on knowledge acquired through participation in performances, workshops, guest artist residencies and national film competitions.- Demonstrate an appreciation of the arts through exposure to various research perspectives – historical, critical and behavioral.
- Demonstrate an awareness and understanding of African American heritage through the study of classic and modern film.
Experience the magic of filmmaking at Dillard University’s Film Studies program, where students collaborate with industry icons like Spike Lee, Denzel Washington, and Forest Whitaker, mastering pre-production skills, storyboarding, and budgeting to prepare for successful careers in film and television, participating in the creation of acclaimed features such as “The Butler,” “Mr. Right,” “Elvis and Nixon,” “Oldboy,” and “The Magnificent Seven,” while also opening doors in the music industry, media companies, and marketing agencies through the production of branded content and commercials.
Why Dillard Film?
- Work on real feature film sets.
- Learn holistic filmmaking.
- Learn filmmaking by working with professionals in small class sizes.
Faculty
Keith Alan Morris
Cook 127
Office: (504) 816-4548
Fax: (504) 816-4035
kmorris@dillard.edu
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