Greenhouse' first seminar focused on the filmmakers declaration of intentions and the projects synopses. From the very first meeting between the filmmakers and their personal mentors up to the last conclusive gathering which followed the first projects presentations, these two elements were reexamined in depth and broadened while concentrating on dramatic narrative and the main characters.
Mentor John Appel in session with Emad Burnat & Rona Even
Mentor Steven Seidenberg in session with Ghassan Bannoura
The filmmakers participated in a master class by the prominent Russian director Victor Kossakovsky. Kossakovsky surprised the attendants by showing scenes from his latest film "Antipods" still being shot around the world and by discussing in depth his unique filmmaking ideology and strategies, his use of locations, photography technique and attitude towards characters. His highly emotional master class included also excerpts from his former films. Following the master class and his meeting with the GH participants and their projects Kossakovsky participated in the group's projects presentations, contributing useful comments.
Victor Kossakovsky's Master Class
In addition, the participants were given a lecture by GH Head of Studies Yair Lev titled: "Project's References". In the lecture Lev presented the connection and similarity between Greenhouse' projects to outstanding films which successfully dealt with the same topics, questions and narrative dilemmas, both ethical and stylistic.
In preparation for the next seminar, another lecture "The Trailer & the Written Proposal" was given by GH mentor Steven Seidenberg. In his lecture Seidenberg explained how to submit a well written proposal from Title to synopses and statement bearing in mind the commissioning editor the proposals are aiming to. He also talked about the significant importance of trailers and the right way to create a good trailer which supports the filmmakers pitching.
Steven Seidenberg's Lecture on "The Trailer & the Written Proposal"
Head of Studies, Yair Lev, during lecture
The third day of the seminar was dedicated mostly to the projects presentation as first practice towards the final pitching forum which will be held on the third seminar. Each participant presented his project on stage and was reviewed by the mentors and the GH team.
Yonatan Nir & Dani Menkin presenting their project: "The Dolphin"
Hadil Nazmy & Louly Seif presenting their project "Agnabi"
The seminar ended with a conversation held by each mentor and his own groups of participants, issues were resolved regarding the projects presentations. Each projects faults and achievements were examined. Conclusions were made and the participants were asked to continue writing their proposals and begin the initial work on the trailer in preparation for the next seminar.
Throughout the seminar the Mentors and the GH team met twice for comprehensive colloquiums in which every project was examined.
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