workshops

for young filmmakers

News and Events

Barnes Film Academy gives young people the chance to create their own film, animations and documentaries and become a screen star! A filmmaking course for young screenwriters, actors, and cinematographers aged between 8 and 15, taking place in various venues around Barnes and Putney. We run a variety of courses from 1 day to 1 week at a time. The Academy is open to anyone. Led by our team of experienced professionals, the academy aims to inspire young stars.

Slide 1

testimonial 1

"Samuel Cullis' knowledge and expertise of the Media Industry and his passion for film and TV inspired me to start creating content myself once I finished school."

Jack Harries of Jack's Gap

testimonial 1

“The group effort involved in making even the shortest films is a great process to learn regardless what career they end up in. “

Alfonso Cuaron, Director and friend of Barnes Film Academy

testimonial 1

"I felt very lucky to have been taught by Samuel Cullis. An amazingly fun and sociable environment to be in. You rarely experience learning that is informative and enjoyable, at the same time. His knowledge and interest in film was infectious"

Will Poulter, Actor

testimonial 1

“Children today have access to unprecedented ways of making movies, yet that is still no substitute to learning about film within a community of equally passionate kids under the mentorship of people who can guide their enthusiasm.“

Alfonso Cuaron, Director and friend of Barnes Film Academy

testimonial 23

"Storytelling has always been an important part of culture and society, and to have a medium such as film, that is so collaborative, taught at Barnes Film Academy is brilliant"

George MacKay, Actor