MINDSCREEN FILM INSTITUTE

MISSION ADMISSION - THE SILVER SCREEN STARTUP May 04 2017 : The Times of India (Chennai) MISSION ADMISSION - THE SILVER SCREEN STARTUP Saranya Chakrapani   Choosing a course after school can be confusing as a simple `no' or `yes' can be career-changing. While a plethora of options at hand is convenient, reaching an informed decision could be cumbersome. To help students make a better choice, TOI lends a helping hand with `Mission Admission'. Today's focus: Film-making Talent, Technology & Degree In Film-making Can Take One Beyond Mainstream Industry In March this year, Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) in Pune decided to reach out to a small but growing seg ment of aspiring filmmakers from tier II cities. As part of its SKIFT (Skilling India in Film and Television) initiative, the institute signed up with Canon India to offer “skill-oriented courses“. The courses -which include digital cinematography, documentary film-making and screenplay ...

Congratulations and all the very best Manikandan for the release of “ KUTTRAME THANDANAI” on 2nd September 2016. Screenplay,Direction & Cinematography by M.Mani kandan ,our 5th Batch Cinematography Alumni. Director Manikandan, who wrapped up Aandavan Kattalai last month, has been concentrating on the release of his second venture, Kuttrame Thandanai. In an exclusive interview with Behindwoods, Manikandan said, "The title for this film, Kuttrame Thandanai, was coined by Ilaiyaraaja sir. Many people told me not to approach Ilaiyaraaja for music, but I felt, Raaja sir would be the perfect man for this film. And the music for this film has come out really good. Also, I have got the remake rights for a Hollywood project.” His first movie Kaakka Muttai was both commercially successful and critically acclaimed. With Kuttrame Thandanai and Aandavan Kattalai releasing this month, he will start work on his next ‘Kadaisi Vivasayi’ soon. With this Hollywood movie rights coming to...

Six Months Course On Cinematography -FEBRUARY 2017 Mindscreen Film Institute is committed to educating the next generation of Cinematographers to develop their own unique sense of visual voice, gaining intensive hands-on experience while working on the latest state-of-the-art facilities and equipment. In addition, Mindscreen is also home to the distinguished faculty of accomplished cinematographers Six Months Course On Screenwriting And Direction --FEBRUARY 2017 At Mindscreen Film Institute, students find themselves learning to develop their ideas into a properly structured shooting script that can transform a good production into a great one. Students have the unique opportunity to hone their filmmaking skills, developing and bringing a script to life in a finished film, providing each student with extensive experience in going through each step of the filmmaking process as it relates to screenwriting. Our one-of-a-kind curriculum and world-class faculty ensure th...

Six Months Course On Cinematography -FEBRUARY 2017 Mindscreen Film Institute is committed to educating the next generation of Cinematographers to develop their own unique sense of visual voice, gaining intensive hands-on experience while working on the latest state-of-the-art facilities and equipment. In addition, Mindscreen is also home to the distinguished faculty of accomplished cinematographers Six Months Course On Screenwriting And Direction --FEBRUARY 2017 At Mindscreen Film Institute, students find themselves learning to develop their ideas into a properly structured shooting script that can transform a good production into a great one. Students have the unique opportunity to hone their filmmaking skills, developing and bringing a script to life in a finished film, providing each student with extensive experience in going through each step of the filmmaking process as it relates to screenwriting. Our one-of-a-kind curriculum and world-class faculty ensure that...

Weekend Acting For Camera Course - 12 Weekends (Saturday & Sundays) from Saturday the 6th August 2016 The weekend course on Saturday & Sundays is tailor-made for working professionals, students, and talents who wish to continue working and pursue their dreams to become an actor. The twelve-weekend course on Acting for Camera at Mindscreen Film Institute has been designed specifically to prepare a new breed of actors for the screen, and mike, to deliver memorable performances. To Register call +91 9841612595 or visit  http://www.mindscreen.co.in MINDSCREEN FILM INSTITUTE (MFi) No: 4, Ranga Lane,Ranga Road, Mylapore, Chennai – 600 004 E-mail: mindscreen@mindscreen.co.in Weekend Acting For Camera Course - 12 Weekends (Saturday & Sundays) from Saturday the 6th August 2016

Our alumni are doing what they love. We’re very proud of you Manikandan and your work has gone on to achieve success. M.Manikandan our 2008 Cinematography Batch  Alumni Kaaka Muttai – Tamil Feature Film (2014) Screenplay, Direction & Cinematography Kirumi - Tamil Feature Film (2015) Screenplay Kuttrame Thandanai Tamil Feature Film (2016) Direction & Cinematography Aandavan Kattalai Tamil Feature Film (2016) Screenplay & Direction

Filmmaker from the Northeast to look out for Chow Partha Borgohain, after his schooling in Namsai, Arunachal Pradesh, completed a photography and filmmaking course at the Madras Christian College and later joined the Mindscreen Film Institute to study film and motion photography. Thereafter, he worked as an assistant to renowned cinematographer and director Rajiv Menon, where he worked on various feature films and advertisements. His latest achievements are a feature film 1962: My Country Land which has been screened at the Cannes International Film Festival.

MINDSCREEN FILM INSTITUTE (Mfi) invites Application for August 2016 Batch MFI offers four streams of specialization: • Six Months Course on Cinematography – August 2016 • Six Months Course on Screenwriting and Filmmaking – August 2016 • Three Months Foundation course on Digital Photography – May 2016 • Six Months Course on Acting for Film & Television – June 2016 • Weekend Acting For Camera Course - 12 Weekends(Saturday & Sundays MFI boasts the ability of its graduates to remain at the cutting edge and to influence rapid changes in the industry setting benchmark for the rest. The course details and application form are available online at: www.mindscreen.co.in Please send your completed application form by courier or in person to: MINDSCREEN FILM INSTITUTE No: 4, Ranga Lane, Off Dr. Ranga Road, Mylapore, Chennai – 600 004 Ph: +91 044 4210 8682 / 2499 6417, Mobile: +91 9841612595 E-mail: mindscreen@mindscreen.co.in

MINDSCREEN FILM INSTITUTE IMAGINE, THINK & CREATE a new way. MFI invites application for admission to August 2016 Batch MFI offers four streams of specialization: ·          Six Months Course on Cinematography – August 2016 ·          Six Months Course on Screenwriting and Direction – August 2016 ·          Three Months Foundation course on Digital Photography – May 2016 ·          Six Months Course on Acting for Film & Television – June 2016 ·          Weekend Acting For Camera Course - 12 Weekends(Saturday & Sundays MFI boasts the ability of its graduates to remain at the cutting edge and to influence rapid changes in the industry setting benchmark for the rest. The course details and application form are available online at: www.mindscreen.co.i...

At Mindscreen Film Institute graduates become lifelong members and participate in a very unique tradition. These talented graduates from thousands of cinematographers, screenplay writers, directors and actors become the film industry's most coveted individuals. The success of the finest vocational training given is measured by the achievements of the institution's graduates, many of whom maintain a life's time career in the industry either behind the screen or on stage, on screen. Mindscreen boasts the ability of its graduates to remain at the cutting edge and to influence rapid changes in the industry setting benchmark for the rest. Upon graduation, every member will embark on their journey to make a transition into the industry with real world knowledge to pursue their career and be part of our remarkable Alumni community. Mindscreen Film Institute honours alumni's who have exemplified the Mindscreen tradition of excellence by their personal accomplishment, ...

Releasing Soon! “Nalla Naal”  Our 11th Batch Screenwriting & 19th Batch Cinematography Students Final project Short Film. Directed By: Rajiv Menon Sincere Thanks: M.N. Gnanasekaran, R. Sritharan, Lata Murugan & Sushant Alexander Direction Team Ananthakrishnan G Akhil Joshy Arumuga Narayanan Bharath Raj Deepak Balakrishnan Deevika Bharati Premkumar Jagadeesh Kanna G Maitreyi Babusenan Sadhu Burlingtion  Shalini Vishnu Dev Cinematography Team Abhiram Nair Aravind s Arjun Menon Ashok Seepally Chaitanya Mantha Dinesh Parichuri Elizabeth Eckel Inendu Krishnan Jithesh Mangalapilly Kshitej Pujari Midhun Mohan Murali Manokar P Paparjun Rao Praveen Kumar Ramakrishna G.K Saigunaranjan Sanil Sajith Kumar V Sanjeet S Kumar Sivananth V Swati Jain Title Design Arjun Menon Bharath Raj Inendu Krishnan 5.1 Mix Lawrence SFX Periyasami Mixing ...

Weekend Acting for Camera Course - 12 Weekends (Saturday & Sundays) from 13th February 2016 The weekend course on Saturday & Sundays is tailor made for working professionals, students and talents who wish to continue working and pursue their dreams to become an actor. The twelve-weekend course on Acting for Camera at Mindscreen Film Institute has been designed specifically to prepare a new breed of actors for the screen, and mike, to deliver memorable performances. To Register call +91 9841612595 or visit http://www.mindscreen.co.in MINDSCREEN FILM INSTITUTE No: 4, Ranga Lane, Off Dr. Ranga Road, Mylapore, Chennai – 600 004 E-mail: mindscreen@mindscreen.co.in

MINDSCREEN FILM INSTITUTE No: 4, Ranga Lane, Off Dr. Ranga Road, Mylapore, Chennai – 600 004 Ph: +91 044 4210 8682 / 2499 6417 Mobile: +91 9841612595 E-mail: mindscreen@mindscreen.co.in Web:http://www.mindscreen.co.in ABOUT US: Mindscreen Film Institute, founded by Rajiv Menon in 2006, was started as a school for Cinematography and has since evolved into a specialized institute offering courses on Screenplay Writing, Film-Making and Direction. Run by a team of senior industry professionals, Mindscreen Film Institute takes pride in having been the training ground for some of the best talent in the film industry today. Rajiv Menon, known for his passion in teaching, has mentored award winning cinematographers and directors such as Ravi K. Chandran, Rajasekhar, Ratnavelu and Gautam Menon during their formative years. The Institute draws upon decades of his experience and also the 'Film Productions and Equipment rental company, Mindscreen...