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2029: Drill To Survive - Official Trailer

125,430 views March 15, 2026 Featured
Student Director: Maria Rodriguez & James Wilson
Program: Filmmaking Lab - Advanced Class
Duration: 15:30
A gritty Harlem-set drama that follows Malik, a promising high school basketball star and gifted lyricist, struggling to escape the pull of gang violence as a college scholarship hangs in the balance. With his family threatened by Ice, a ruthless gang leader, Malik must choose between survival and destiny.
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Filmmaking Lab 8 WEEKS

Learn the full filmmaking process from idea to final cut. Final Project: 3-minute solo film + 7-minute group film.

  • ✓ Story development & scriptwriting
  • ✓ Directing & camera operation
  • ✓ Editing & color grading
Documentary Filmmaking 8 WEEKS

Create real stories from your community. Final Project: 7-minute community documentary.

  • ✓ Interview techniques & research
  • ✓ B-roll shooting & ethical storytelling
  • ✓ Documentary editing structure
Acting for Film 8 WEEKS

On-camera acting, scene work, and audition training. Final Project: Filmed monologue or scene for reel.

  • ✓ Scene study & improvisation
  • ✓ Audition technique & self-taping
  • ✓ Character development
Photography Lab 6 WEEKS

Portrait, street, and creative photography. Final Project: 5-photo portfolio series.

  • ✓ Composition & framing
  • ✓ Lighting (natural & studio)
  • ✓ Editing in Lightroom
Screenwriting Lab 6 WEEKS

Write scripts for short films and digital content. Final Project: Polished 3-5 page short film script.

  • ✓ Story structure & character arcs
  • ✓ Dialogue writing & script formatting
  • ✓ Writing for short films
3D Animation Lab 8 WEEKS

Intro to modeling, rigging, and animation. Final Project: 10-20 second animated clip.

  • ✓ 3D modeling basics & character design
  • ✓ Rigging & animation principles
  • ✓ Rendering techniques
Stunts for Film 4 WEEKS

Safe, supervised action choreography. Final Project: Short action scene filmed with Acting & Filmmaking Labs.

  • ✓ Stage combat basics & safe falls
  • ✓ Choreographing action scenes
  • ✓ Working with camera angles
Social Media Marketing 6 WEEKS

Create TikTok & Instagram content for local businesses. Final Project: 30-60 second marketing video.

  • ✓ Short-form storytelling & trend analysis
  • ✓ Editing for TikTok/Reels
  • ✓ Branding for small businesses
Kids Programs Ages 8-12

Shorter, high-energy workshops in filmmaking, acting, animation, and photography.

  • ✓ Age-appropriate creative projects
  • ✓ 2-Day Holiday Workshops

FASS in Action

On-Set Learning

Students learning to directing their first film with professional equipment

Editing Workshop

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Camera Operation

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Student Showcase

Premiere night for our filmmakers' debut works

Behind the Scenes

See how our students learn and create

Camera Workshop

Students learn professional camera techniques

3:45
Editing Masterclass

Adobe Premiere Pro training session

5:22
Sound Design

Recording and mixing audio for film

4:18
Stunt Workshop

Safe action choreography training

6:05

Income-Based Sliding Scale Tuition

Household Income Monthly Tuition Workshop Rate Eligibility
Under $45,000 / NYCHA housing $25 $10 Tier 1 (Low-Income)
$45,000 – $75,000 $60 $25 Tier 2 (Working-Class)
$75,000 – $120,000 $120 $40 Tier 3 (Middle-Income)
Above $120,000 / Out-of-District $250 $75 Tier 4 (Standard Tuition)

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Student Spotlight

Meet our rising stars from Harlem & Bronx

Maria G.

Age 16, Harlem

"FASS gave me the tools to tell my community's story. My documentary about local small businesses won 2nd place at the NYC Youth Film Festival."
Documentary Filmmaker

James R.

Age 17, Bronx

"The acting program helped me overcome stage fright. Now I've directed two short films and have been accepted to NYU's film program."
Actor & Director

Sophia L.

Age 15, Bronx

"I never thought I could learn animation. FASS provided the software and mentorship. My animated short is being shown at the Bronx Film Festival."
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