Sydney Filmmaking Workshop with Blake Ridder

Welcome and Introduction

Kick off the day with Blake Ridder as he shares his journey in filmmaking, the transition from his online masterclass to global workshops, and what you’ll gain from the day ahead. This is also your chance to meet fellow participants and set the stage for a creative, collaborative experience.

The Foundations of Storytelling

Through short group exercises, you’ll learn how to find emotion and truth within your ideas, turning simple concepts into compelling stories. This session focuses on building characters and tension in ways that make audiences feel something real, the essence of great cinema.

Directing Actors: Theory & Practice

Step into the director’s chair and guide a live actor through a short scene. You’ll experience how subtle adjustments in tone, movement, and intention transform a performance. Blake will demonstrate how to communicate with actors clearly and confidently, helping you discover your own directing style through practical interaction.