Masterclass – Spike Lee Teaches Independent Filmmaking

Make films with an impact
Spike Lee didn’t just direct his award-winning 1986 feature debut, She’s Gotta Have It. He was also the writer, star, truck driver, location scout, electrician, and caterer, because that’s what it took to get his film made. In his first-ever online directing class, the visionary behind Do the Right Thing, Malcolm X, and 25th Hour lets you in on his uncompromising approach to filmmaking. Learn about writing, self-producing, working with actors, and making movies that break barriers.

1. Introduction
Meet your new instructor, writer/director/producer/professor-Spike Lee. Spike explains what he hopes you’ll gain from his class: the tools of film grammar-or visual storytelling-and the DIY spirit to make your own original, independent films.

2. Putting Words On Paper
Spike provides you with a blueprint of his writing process to help you write your script. Learn his index card technique, his disciplined writing practice, and his advice for writing with a partner.