Utilizing his 2008 Heartland Film Festival Grand Prize winning film Captain Abu Raed, writer/director Amin Matalqa breaks down the filmmaking process to the essential elements that make for effective storytelling.

Using scenes from his film, he explores the marriage between writing, directing, performance, cinematography, production design, editing, sound-mixing and music. Matalqa discusses what makes a scene work and how do you create an opportunity for cinema magic. He also talks about making the transition from writing and directing short films to feature films. 

This seminar is free, but does require advance registration. A $10 Networking Lunch will follow the seminar to allow participants time for additional Q&A and informal conversation with the presenter and each other.

The registration deadline is Monday, February 8 at Noon. Register online or by calling the Heartland office at 317.464.9405.