What does it take to bring a film from an idea to the screen?

During Day 3 of Afroyanga Bootcamp 3.0 , delegates visited Trino Studios for an introduction to the creative and technical processes behind filmmaking.

The visit offered participants a glimpse into the different stages of film production: pre-production, production, and post-production.

During the discussion, delegates learned about the planning involved before filming begins, including casting, budgeting, and identifying suitable locations. They also explored what happens during production and the work that follows filming, such as editing, sound production, and colour grading.

One participant was particularly struck by how much work happens after filming has ended. A movie may take months or even a year to become ready for release, depending on the project and its production requirements.

The visit also revealed that the final version of a film may differ from the original script.…