
Session 1 · CREATE: Exhibit
Titles, credits and the premiere plan
- 20 minMake an animated title (letters made of plasticine, paper or objects that move into place) and end credits listing every crew member's role and every sound source.
- 15 minExport your final film and watch it on the big screen. Check the sound level and that nothing is cut off.
- 15 minPlan the premiere: order of films, a host, a two-sentence introduction for each film, and questions for the audience.
Session 2 · CREATE: Exhibit
The premiere
- 5 minWelcome the audience and explain how stop motion works (bring a set and let visitors try one frame).
- 25 minScreen the films. Each group introduces its film and answers two audience questions.
- 10 minBehind-the-scenes table: sets, characters and storyboards on display.
- 15 minReflect: what did the audience react to most? What would you change if you had one more day?
Getting started
Finish a film of at least 20 seconds with a title and credits.
Stretch
Make a 'making of' film that shows your process for another class to learn from.
Checkpoint
A finished film with titles and credits, screened for its audience, and a written reflection.
Activities for this week
- Premiere night: What makes a screening feel like a real event?
Useful this week
- Show Me Shorts: Education ↗ New Zealand's short film festival and its programmes for schools.