Documentary Editing Workshop with Chris King - Editor of Senna and Amy . London 7-8 November
Choreography & Movement Direction for FILM and TV Workshop FRANCESCA JAYNES London 16-17 January
MELISSA LEO
4 Days HOURS
26/29 . 01 . 2027
LOCATION: Online
PRICE: 599EUR (349EUR Until 19th October)
VACANCES: 20
CONTACT: filmlab@fest.pt
MELISSA LEO ACTING WORKSHOP
ABOUT MELISSA LEO
Melissa Leo is one of the most in-demand actresses in the world. Winner of an Oscar for her performance in “The Fighter”, Melissa is one of the most respected actresses of her generation.
Melissa Leo was born on September 14, 1960, in New York City. Leo starred as the mother of boxer Mickey Ward in the 2010 film The Fighter, also starring Mark Wahlberg. The role garnered her both Golden Globe (Best Supporting Actress) and Oscar awards. Other accolades include award nominations for the film Frozen River and the HBO series Mildred Pierce.
Leo’s breakthrough role came in 1993, when she began playing Detective Sergeant Kay Howard on the NBC series Homicide: Life on the Street.
Melissa rose back to prominence with an impressive performance as the wife of an addict in the 2003 film 21 Grams. Her role garnered an award nomination for Best Supporting Actress from the L.A. Film Critics Association. Many film opportunities followed, including The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada (2005) with Tommy Lee Jones, Hollywood Dreams (2006) and Black Irish (2007).
Leo went on to win acclaim for her performance as a struggling mother in the heralded film Frozen River (2008), most notably Independent Spirit Award, Screen Actors Guild and Academy Award nominations — all in the Best Actress category.
More films followed, including Everybody’s Fine (2009) with Robert De Niro, Conviction (2010) with Hilary Swank and The Fighter (2010) with Mark Wahlberg. In the latter film, she garnered wide acclaim for her performance, including a Golden Globe and an Academy Award, both in the Best Supporting Actress category.
Moving back to TV in 2011, Leo showcased her talent in the HBO series Mildred Pierce, starring alongside Kate Winslet; she earned an Emmy nomination (Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Miniseries or Movie) for her role as Lucy Gessler in the series.
Leo went on to work on several projects, including “Oblivion” (2013), with Tom Cruise and Morgan Freeman, which showed Melissa in a different genre while remaining faithful to her choice of strong and captivating women who immediately jump from the screen. Also in 2013, Melissa Leo worked in The Butler, also featuring Forest Whitaker, Jane Fonda and Oprah Winfrey. That same year, she won an Emmy Award for her guest appearance on the sitcom Louie.
Later in 2013, she appeared in the highly praised “Prisoners”, starring alongside Hugh Jackman and Jake Gyllenhaal. She also starred alongside Denzel Washington in “The Equalizer” and The Equalizer 2, having previously appeared in a 1985 episode of the original series. She also appeared in “The Angriest Man in Brooklyn” alongside Robin Williams.
She starred in the 2015 Fox event series Wayward Pines as Nurse Pam. She then starred in the 2017 Netflix film The Most Hated Woman in America as American Atheists founder Madalyn Murray O'Hair. She also appeared in the miniseries I Know This Much Is True (2020), an adaptation of Wally Lamb’s 1998 novel.
WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION
This four-day acting workshop with Melissa Leo is a one-of-a-kind opportunity for those who are serious about acting, as well as those with some theatre experience looking to brush up on their skills in front of the camera.
In this four-day intensive course, you will learn from the experience of Melissa Leo, who will introduce you to several techniques she uses in acting for the screen, while giving you an insight into what goes on behind the camera. Melissa Leo will also share the work and methodologies she has developed in recent years and address new approaches to contemporary film work.
By the end of the workshop you should have a clearer insight on:
- Confidence in acting for the screen
- Have an understanding of how to use voice and movement effectively
- Gain a clear understanding of key methodologies
- Have in-depth knowledge and understanding of the film industry
- Have clear career goals and the confidence to pursue them
- The Do’s & Don’ts of the Audition Process
- Recognize the importance of the actor/director relationship
- Effectively break down and analyze every scene in your script
- New ways of honing your skills and continuing to practice in contemporary working environments will also be addressed.
Although it is an online format, it is expected that you will actively participate. The workshop will take place over four days, four hours each day (total 16 hours). Participants may be asked to do some self-filming between sessions (smartphones can be sufficient), to be shared and reviewed during the workshop. You will be able to receive feedback from Melissa Leo throughout the process.
Real-life problems faced by actors will be addressed by Melissa Leo, and during the workshop you will also be able to discuss problems you have faced in your own career and ask for feedback from Melissa.
WORKSHOP LOCATION
The workshop will take place online. FEST FILM LAB has always been a project focused on high-level knowledge sharing and networking, and our online workshops maintain the same standards of quality, access to leading experts, networking and interactivity:
- The workshop group will have a limited number of participants. We will not host more than 20 participants.
- We will maintain the tailor-made aspects of the workshop, with the possibility of troubleshooting projects you have been involved in or challenges you are facing. We will use tools to enhance the interactivity between participants.
- The workshop will take place over four days instead of the typical two days, so that the online format is less overwhelming and participants have more time to absorb and engage with the content.
PROFILE OF PARTICIPANT
The workshop is designed primarily for actors who are serious about developing their careers, as well as prospective actors who seriously want to enter the film business.
It can also be highly valuable for directors and producers who want to gain a deeper understanding of the actor’s process, including preparation, performance, scene analysis, auditioning, and the actor/director relationship. By better understanding how actors approach their work, directors and producers can improve communication, collaboration and performance on set.
16 hours
Duration: 4 days
Dates: 26th - 29th of January 2027
2PM - 6PM GMT (London)
3PM - 7PM CET (Brussels)
9AM - 1PM EST (New York)
6AM - 10AM PST (Los Angeles)
6PM - 10PM Gulf Standard Time (Dubai)
10PM - 2AM CST (Beijing)
7:30PM - 11:30PM IST (New Delhi)
Location: Online
Price: 599EUR (349EUR with 40% Discount until the 19th of October)
Maximum number of participants: 20
By registering for the workshop you agree to the FFL Terms and Conditions.
Please add our address to your email safe senders list, address book or contact list to avoid FEST emails going to spam.
REGISTER FOR THIS WORKSHOP ON THE LINK BELOW:
ABOUT MELISSA LEO
Melissa Leo is one of the most in-demand actresses in the world. Winner of an Oscar for her performance in “The Fighter”, Melissa is one of the most respected actresses of her generation.
Melissa Leo was born on September 14, 1960, in New York City. Leo starred as the mother of boxer Mickey Ward in the 2010 film The Fighter, also starring Mark Wahlberg. The role garnered her both Golden Globe (Best Supporting Actress) and Oscar awards. Other accolades include award nominations for the film Frozen River and the HBO series Mildred Pierce.
Leo’s breakthrough role came in 1993, when she began playing Detective Sergeant Kay Howard on the NBC series Homicide: Life on the Street.
Melissa rose back to prominence with an impressive performance as the wife of an addict in the 2003 film 21 Grams. Her role garnered an award nomination for Best Supporting Actress from the L.A. Film Critics Association. Many film opportunities followed, including The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada (2005) with Tommy Lee Jones, Hollywood Dreams (2006) and Black Irish (2007).
Leo went on to win acclaim for her performance as a struggling mother in the heralded film Frozen River (2008), most notably Independent Spirit Award, Screen Actors Guild and Academy Award nominations — all in the Best Actress category.
More films followed, including Everybody’s Fine (2009) with Robert De Niro, Conviction (2010) with Hilary Swank and The Fighter (2010) with Mark Wahlberg. In the latter film, she garnered wide acclaim for her performance, including a Golden Globe and an Academy Award, both in the Best Supporting Actress category.
Moving back to TV in 2011, Leo showcased her talent in the HBO series Mildred Pierce, starring alongside Kate Winslet; she earned an Emmy nomination (Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Miniseries or Movie) for her role as Lucy Gessler in the series.
Leo went on to work on several projects, including “Oblivion” (2013), with Tom Cruise and Morgan Freeman, which showed Melissa in a different genre while remaining faithful to her choice of strong and captivating women who immediately jump from the screen. Also in 2013, Melissa Leo worked in The Butler, also featuring Forest Whitaker, Jane Fonda and Oprah Winfrey. That same year, she won an Emmy Award for her guest appearance on the sitcom Louie.
Later in 2013, she appeared in the highly praised “Prisoners”, starring alongside Hugh Jackman and Jake Gyllenhaal. She also starred alongside Denzel Washington in “The Equalizer” and The Equalizer 2, having previously appeared in a 1985 episode of the original series. She also appeared in “The Angriest Man in Brooklyn” alongside Robin Williams.
She starred in the 2015 Fox event series Wayward Pines as Nurse Pam. She then starred in the 2017 Netflix film The Most Hated Woman in America as American Atheists founder Madalyn Murray O'Hair. She also appeared in the miniseries I Know This Much Is True (2020), an adaptation of Wally Lamb’s 1998 novel.
WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION
This four-day acting workshop with Melissa Leo is a one-of-a-kind opportunity for those who are serious about acting, as well as those with some theatre experience looking to brush up on their skills in front of the camera.
In this four-day intensive course, you will learn from the experience of Melissa Leo, who will introduce you to several techniques she uses in acting for the screen, while giving you an insight into what goes on behind the camera. Melissa Leo will also share the work and methodologies she has developed in recent years and address new approaches to contemporary film work.
By the end of the workshop you should have a clearer insight on:
- Confidence in acting for the screen
- Have an understanding of how to use voice and movement effectively
- Gain a clear understanding of key methodologies
- Have in-depth knowledge and understanding of the film industry
- Have clear career goals and the confidence to pursue them
- The Do’s & Don’ts of the Audition Process
- Recognize the importance of the actor/director relationship
- Effectively break down and analyze every scene in your script
- New ways of honing your skills and continuing to practice in contemporary working environments will also be addressed.
Although it is an online format, it is expected that you will actively participate. The workshop will take place over four days, four hours each day (total 16 hours). Participants may be asked to do some self-filming between sessions (smartphones can be sufficient), to be shared and reviewed during the workshop. You will be able to receive feedback from Melissa Leo throughout the process.
Real-life problems faced by actors will be addressed by Melissa Leo, and during the workshop you will also be able to discuss problems you have faced in your own career and ask for feedback from Melissa.
WORKSHOP LOCATION
The workshop will take place online. FEST FILM LAB has always been a project focused on high-level knowledge sharing and networking, and our online workshops maintain the same standards of quality, access to leading experts, networking and interactivity:
- The workshop group will have a limited number of participants. We will not host more than 20 participants.
- We will maintain the tailor-made aspects of the workshop, with the possibility of troubleshooting projects you have been involved in or challenges you are facing. We will use tools to enhance the interactivity between participants.
- The workshop will take place over four days instead of the typical two days, so that the online format is less overwhelming and participants have more time to absorb and engage with the content.
PROFILE OF PARTICIPANT
The workshop is designed primarily for actors who are serious about developing their careers, as well as prospective actors who seriously want to enter the film business.
It can also be highly valuable for directors and producers who want to gain a deeper understanding of the actor’s process, including preparation, performance, scene analysis, auditioning, and the actor/director relationship. By better understanding how actors approach their work, directors and producers can improve communication, collaboration and performance on set.
16 hours
Duration: 4 days
Dates: 26th - 29th of January 2027
2PM - 6PM GMT (London)
3PM - 7PM CET (Brussels)
9AM - 1PM EST (New York)
6AM - 10AM PST (Los Angeles)
6PM - 10PM Gulf Standard Time (Dubai)
10PM - 2AM CST (Beijing)
7:30PM - 11:30PM IST (New Delhi)
Location: Online
Price: 599EUR (349EUR with 40% Discount until the 19th of October)
Maximum number of participants: 20
By registering for the workshop you agree to the FFL Terms and Conditions.
Please add our address to your email safe senders list, address book or contact list to avoid FEST emails going to spam.
REGISTER FOR THIS WORKSHOP ON THE LINK BELOW: