Hands-on film school in Prague

Prague Film Institute is a film school in Prague where we believe filmmaking is something you live, not just learn. Founded by a successful film producer with nearly 30 years of experience, our UK‑accredited BTEC programs combine hands‑on workshops, shooting, and mentorship from European and Hollywood professionals.

ACTING FOR FILM

On-camera acting training in real film environments, guided by industry professionals.

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FILMMAKING

Create films from week one with professional gear, real sets, and collaborative crews.

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LEARN BY DOING

Get hands-on from day one – in front of and behind the camera. Practical workshops, acting scene shoots, and real film set exercises are part of your everyday training.

BUILD PORTFOLIO

Graduate with standout work – a filmmaker portfolio and an actor-ready showreel. Create scenes, projects, and self-tape material you can use for casting and professional opportunities.

REAL INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE

Experience real film sets first-hand. Work with professional equipment, learn from industry professionals, and shoot in a real film environment, both in studios and on real locations.

CAREER SUPPORT

During your studies, we prepare you for the industry reality. Our top students gain exclusive internship offers with film productions. We also provide production grants and festival support to launch your career.

Hands-on Workshops

A glimpse of hands-on workshops from our longer programs, continuously updated to reflect current industry trends.

Action Scenes Workshop
Meet your instructor and get a glimpse of our action scenes workshops in practice.

Virtual Production Workshop
Film in a professional LED studio used in modern productions and explore virtual filmmaking techniques.

Drone Workshop
Learn to shoot cinematic aerial footage with professional drones, with an option to obtain a drone pilot license.

AI Filmmaking
Explore how AI is used in filmmaking and learn how to integrate it into your creative workflow.

Hollywood & European Filmmakers

Our tutors are active industry professionals bringing experience from international film productions directly into our classrooms. Filmmakers like Laurent Barès (Knightsfall, Carnival Row), Martin Hub (Titanic, Gladiator), and Pavel Sagner (Nosferatu, Casino Royale) lead masterclasses and hands-on workshops where students film scenes, learn professional techniques, and gain insights usually reserved for real film sets.

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