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Feature Films

200+

Students Trained

35%

Tax Credit Eligible

100%

Harlem Pride

OUR PROGRAMS

Filmmaking

Master DSLR cameras, gimbals, and Adobe Premiere Pro. Produce 3 short films with professional crews.

  • 12-week intensive
  • $200/month
  • SAG-AFTRA certified instructors

Screen Acting

Techniques for film/TV with casting director workshops. Learn audition skills and on-camera presence.

  • 8-week program
  • $150/month
  • Agent showcase opportunities

Screenwriting

From concept to final draft using Final Draft software. Pitch sessions with producers.

  • 10-week course
  • $175/month
  • Industry feedback sessions

Stunt Academy

Harlem's only SAG-certified stunt training. Fight choreography, parkour, and wire work.

  • 16-week certification
  • $250/month
  • OSHA safety training included

OUR FILMS

Current Productions

  • CLASS OF 2029: DRILL TO SURVIVE - Action drama about Harlem youth using martial arts to combat gang violence
  • THE LESS YOU BLEED - Martial arts thriller featuring Michael Jai White
  • UNTITLED LAMARR THORNTON PROJECT - Biopic about the founder's journey
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STUDENT WORK

Student Film
Stunt Training
Youth Program

OUR MISSION

FASS Films is a for-profit production company with a social mission to combat gang violence through creative arts education.

Violence Prevention

Our "Drill to Survive" initiative redirects youth energy into filmmaking and martial arts discipline.

Community Partnerships

Working with EXALT, Harlem Children's Zone, and NYC Mayor's Office to create pipelines for justice-involved youth.

Harlem Stories

Amplifying authentic narratives from our community through films like Class of 2029 and The Less You Bleed.

FASS Students

EQUIPMENT DONATIONS

Gear We Need

  • DSLR/Mirrorless Cameras
  • Stabilizers/Gimbals
  • Lighting Kits (Aputure, Godox)
  • Audio Recorders (Zoom, Tascam)
  • Stunt Mats & Rigging Gear

Donor Benefits

  • Tax-deductible receipt (via NBLA partnership)
  • Logo placement in films
  • VIP screening invites
  • Equipment marked "Generously donated by [Your Company]"
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EQUIPMENT SHOWCASE

Camera Equipment
Stunt Equipment
Lighting Equipment
Audio Equipment

YOUTH SCHOLARSHIPS

FASS FILM FELLOWSHIP

Modeled after Ghetto Film School's intensive program, our fellowship provides:

  • Full tuition coverage for 1-year program
  • Equipment & material stipend
  • Mentorship from industry professionals
  • Portfolio development support

COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIPS

Inspired by Baycat's community-focused approach:

  • Need-based partial scholarships
  • Work-study opportunities
  • Group project funding
  • Alumni mentorship program

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

  • Harlem residents ages 14-24
  • Demonstrated financial need
  • Commitment to 1-year program
  • Creative sample submission
  • Interview with selection committee

APPLICATION PROCESS

  1. Complete online application (Jan 1 - Mar 1)
  2. Submit creative work sample
  3. Interview with FASS team
  4. Notification by April 15
  5. Program begins June 1

SCHOLARSHIP SUPPORT

Our scholarships are made possible through partnerships with:

Harlem Children's Zone
NYC Mayor's Office
EXALT

To sponsor a scholarship student or create a named scholarship, please contact us.

CONTACT US

LOCATION

FASS Films Productions
233 West 135th Street
New York, NY 10030

PHONE

(917) 743-4365 (Lamarr Thornton)

EMAIL

info@fassfilms.org

HOURS

Monday-Friday: 3PM-9PM
Saturday: 10AM-4PM

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