Film Acting School

As a film acting school, Prague Film Institute prepares actors specifically for work in film and television. Training focuses on on-camera performance, scene work, and professional self-tape preparation rather than stage-only techniques. All classes are taught in English in an international group, and because actors study within a film school, they collaborate closely with directing and cinematography students. This means regular roles in student productions, real set experience, and high-quality footage for portfolios and showreels.

Acting for Film Courses

VICTOR DOHLSTEN | Head of Acting Department
Learn how we train actors through scene work and practical on-camera training.

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.

INDUSTRY EXPERIENCES

Train in our green-screen studio, join workshops with working professionals, and shoot on real locations around Prague through our industry partnerships.

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.

Real stories, Real experiences

WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY

Elina (Czech Republic / Russia)
1-Year Acting Program (Beginner)

Rostyslav (Ukraine)
BA in Filmmaking Transfer Program

Natalia (Slovakia)
BA in Filmmaking Transfer Program

Simon (Germany)
BA in Filmmaking Transfer Program

Fathima (India)
1-Year Filmmaking Program (Beginner)

Sabah (Israel)
1-Year Filmmaking Program (Beginner)

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