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Into Film is an education organisation providing a unified UK-wide offer for learning through and about film. It is supported by the British Film Institute (BFI) through Lottery funding and its programme includes delivery of the BFI 5-19 education scheme. Into Film's resources range from film discussion guides, to curriculum linked worksheets, lesson plans and presentations. Our resources are tailored to fit the curriculum criteria of each nation, supporting learning outcomes.

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Into Film is an education organisation providing a unified UK-wide offer for learning through and about film. It is supported by the British Film Institute (BFI) through Lottery funding and its programme includes delivery of the BFI 5-19 education scheme. Into Film's resources range from film discussion guides, to curriculum linked worksheets, lesson plans and presentations. Our resources are tailored to fit the curriculum criteria of each nation, supporting learning outcomes.
Development 2: Write, Test & Pitch
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Development 2: Write, Test & Pitch

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This resource will help young people to develop their film ideas further and refine this into a short summary. The summary can be used to describe ideas to crew members or other interested parties through the process of pitching.The guide is recommended for young people aged 13 to 19 for them to engage with filmmaking directly and without the support of an adult.This resource forms part of a collection of mini filmmaking guides for young people covering the key aspects of the five stages of film production. Mae’r adnodd yma i helpu bobl ifanc ddatblygu eu syniadau ffilm ymhellach a’i gwtogi i grynodeb byr. Gall y crynodeb ei ddefnyddio i ddisgrifio syniadau i aelodau'r criw neu uniogolion sydd â diddordeb drwy'r broses pitsio. Awgrymir defnyddio’r canllaw yma gyda phobl ifanc rhwng 13 a 19 oed i’w hymgysylltu â chreu ffilmiau uniongyrchol a heb gymorth oedolyn. Mae'r adnodd hwn yn rhan o gasgliad o ganllawiau ffilmiau ar gyfer pobl ifanc, sy'n edrych ar bump cam allweddol o gynhyrchu ffilm.
Pre-Production 4: Source costumes, Make-up & Props
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Pre-Production 4: Source costumes, Make-up & Props

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This resources provides young people with a range of practical tips on designing and sourcing costumes, finding and creating props and creating effects with make-up.The guide is recommended for young people aged 13 to 19 for them to engage with filmmaking directly and without the support of an adult. This resource forms part of a collection of mini filmmaking guides for young people covering the key aspects of the five stages of film production. Mae’r adnodd yma’n cynnig awgrymiadau i bobl ifanc ar sut i greu a chasglu gwisgoedd at eu gilydd, darganfod a chreu props a chreu effeithiau gyda cholur. Awgrymir defnyddio’r canllaw yma gyda phobl ifanc rhwng 13 a 19 oed i’w hymgysylltu â chreu ffilmiau uniongyrchol a heb gymorth oedolyn. Mae'r adnodd hwn yn rhan o gasgliad o ganllawiau ffilmiau ar gyfer pobl ifanc, sy'n edrych ar bump cam allweddol o gynhyrchu ffilm.
Production 2: Get Set Up
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Production 2: Get Set Up

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This resource provides young people with a range of practical tips and advice on setting up their filmmaking equipment before they start shooting. This includes selecting the right camera, use of a tripod, setting up the camera and framing and composition. The guide is recommended for young people aged 13 to 19 for them to engage with filmmaking directly and without the support of an adult. This resource forms part of a collection of mini filmmaking guides for young people covering the key aspects of the five stages of film production. Mae’r adnodd yma’n darparu ystod eang o awgrymiadau ymarferol a chyngor ar sut i baratoi’r cyfarpar ffilmio cyn eu defnyddio. Mae hyn yn cynnwys dewis y camera cywir, defnyddio tripod, paratoi’r camrera a fframio a chyfansoddiad. Awgrymir defnyddio’r canllaw yma gyda phobl ifanc rhwng 13 a 19 oed i’w hymgysylltu â chreu ffilmiau uniongyrchol a heb gymorth oedolyn. Mae'r adnodd hwn yn rhan o gasgliad o ganllawiau ffilmiau ar gyfer pobl ifanc, sy'n edrych ar bump cam allweddol o gynhyrchu ffilm.
Production 3: Master the Camera
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Production 3: Master the Camera

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This resource introduces young people to a wide range of camera shots, angles and movements with explanations of how to achieve them and the effect this has on narrative and making a film look more cinematic. The guide is recommended for young people aged 13 to 19 for them to engage with filmmaking directly and without the support of an adult. This resource forms part of a collection of mini filmmaking guides for young people covering the key aspects of the five stages of film production. Mae'r adnodd hwn yn cyflwyno pobl ifanc i ystod eang o siotiau camera, onglau a symudiadau gan esbonio sut i'w cyflawni a'r effaith gaiff hyn ar naratif a sut y maent yn gwneud i ffilm yn edrych yn fwy sinematig. Awgrymir defnyddio’r canllaw yma gyda phobl ifanc rhwng 13 a 19 oed i’w hymgysylltu â chreu ffilmiau uniongyrchol a heb gymorth oedolyn. Mae'r adnodd hwn yn rhan o gasgliad o ganllawiau ffilmiau ar gyfer pobl ifanc, sy'n edrych ar bump cam allweddol o gynhyrchu ffilm.
Production 5: Stay Safe and Observe Set Etiquette
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Production 5: Stay Safe and Observe Set Etiquette

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This resource provides young people with a useful checklist for assessing risks associated with shooting a short film to ensure everyone is safe on set. It also provides the rules of set etiquette to ensure production is professional and efficient. The guide is recommended for young people aged 13 to 19 for them to engage with filmmaking directly and without the support of an adult. This resource forms part of a collection of mini filmmaking guides for young people covering the key aspects of the five stages of film production. Mae’r adnodd yma darparu restrau gwirio ar gyfer asesiadau risg sy’n gysyllteidig â chreu ffilm i wneud yn siwr fod pawb yn ddiogel. Mae hefyd yn darparu arferion da i sicrhau fod y cynhyrchiad yn broffesiynol ac effeithiol. Awgrymir defnyddio’r canllaw yma gyda phobl ifanc rhwng 13 a 19 oed i’w hymgysylltu â chreu ffilmiau uniongyrchol a heb gymorth oedolyn. Mae'r adnodd hwn yn rhan o gasgliad o ganllawiau ffilmiau ar gyfer pobl ifanc, sy'n edrych ar bump cam allweddol o gynhyrchu ffilm.
Production 1: Light a film set
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Production 1: Light a film set

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This resource introduces young people to the production stage of film production. It provides an overview of how to set up your lighting in accordance with professional practice as well as tips on creating home made lighting solutions and making the most of natural light sources. The guide is recommended for young people aged 13 to 19 for them to engage with filmmaking directly and without the support of an adult. This resource forms part of a collection of mini filmmaking guides for young people covering the key aspects of the five stages of film production. Mae’r adnodd yma’n cyflwyno bobl ifanc i’r elfen gynhyrchu o greu ffilm. Mae’n darparu trosolwg o sut i osod goleuo yn unol ag arferion proffesiynol yn ogystal ag awgrymiadau ar sut i ddatrus problemau goleuo a defnyddio’r mwyaf o olau naturiol. Awgrymir defnyddio’r canllaw yma gyda phobl ifanc rhwng 13 a 19 oed i’w hymgysylltu â chreu ffilmiau uniongyrchol a heb gymorth oedolyn. Mae'r adnodd hwn yn rhan o gasgliad o ganllawiau ffilmiau ar gyfer pobl ifanc, sy'n edrych ar bump cam allweddol o gynhyrchu ffilm.
Pre-Production 3: Create a Storyboard and a Shot List
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Pre-Production 3: Create a Storyboard and a Shot List

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This resource will help young people to develop their script into a storyboard. It covers different storyboard structures and the elements of the film that need to be recorded on the storyboard to help with planning, the shoot and later, the edit. There is also a template for young people to use for their own storyboard. The guide is recommended for young people aged 13 to 19 for them to engage with filmmaking directly and without the support of an adult. This resource forms part of a collection of mini filmmaking guides for young people covering the key aspects of the five stages of film production. Mae’r adnodd yma i helpu bobl ifanc i ddatblygu eu sgript i mewn i fwrddstori. Mae’n edrych ar wahanol fathau o strwythurau bwrddstori a’r elfennau sydd angen eu cofnodi sy’n gymorth wrth gynllunio, saethu a'r golygu yn hwyrach. Mae hefyd templed o fwrddstori ar gael i’r bobl ifanc. Awgrymir defnyddio’r canllaw yma gyda phobl ifanc rhwng 13 a 19 oed i’w hymgysylltu â chreu ffilmiau uniongyrchol a heb gymorth oedolyn. Mae'r adnodd hwn yn rhan o gasgliad o ganllawiau ffilmiau ar gyfer pobl ifanc, sy'n edrych ar bump cam allweddol o gynhyrchu ffilm.
Post-Production 1: Edit Filmed Footage
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Post-Production 1: Edit Filmed Footage

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This resource introduces young people to the post-production stage of film production. This resource provides young people with an overview of the editing process using software packages. This includes uploading and tagging film clips, assembling a rough cut, trimming and adding transitions, titles and credits. The guide is recommended for young people aged 13 to 19 for them to engage with filmmaking directly and without the support of an adult. This resource forms part of a collection of mini filmmaking guides for young people covering the key aspects of the five stages of film production. Mae’r adnodd yma yn cyflwyno’r bobl ifanc i’r elfen o ôl-gynhyrchu o greu ffilm. Mae’r adnodd yn darparu trosolwg o’r broses olygu gan ddefnyddio meddalwedd. Mae hyn yn cynnwys uwchlwytho a thagio clipiau ffilm, casglu ffilm heb ei dorri at ei gilydd, trimio ac ychwanegu trawsnewidiadau, teitlau a credyd. Awgrymir defnyddio’r canllaw yma gyda phobl ifanc rhwng 13 a 19 oed i’w hymgysylltu â chreu ffilmiau uniongyrchol a heb gymorth oedolyn. Mae'r adnodd hwn yn rhan o gasgliad o ganllawiau ffilmiau ar gyfer pobl ifanc, sy'n edrych ar bump cam allweddol o gynhyrchu ffilm.
Exhibition & Distribution 1: Screen Your film
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Exhibition & Distribution 1: Screen Your film

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This resource introduces young people to the exhibition and distribution stage of film production. This resource provides a number of helpful tips on sharing short films with others both through online platforms and at local screenings. The guide is recommended for young people aged 13 to 19 for them to engage with filmmaking directly and without the support of an adult. This resource forms part of a collection of mini filmmaking guides for young people covering the key aspects of the five stages of film production. Mae’r adnodd yma’n cyflwyno’r bobl ifanc i’r camau o arddangos a dosbarthu ffilm. Mae’r adnodd yma’n cynnig nifer o awgrymiadau defnyddiol ar sut i rhannu’r ffilm fer gydag eraill ar-lein ac mewn dangosiadau lleol. Awgrymir defnyddio’r canllaw yma gyda phobl ifanc rhwng 13 a 19 oed i’w hymgysylltu â chreu ffilmiau uniongyrchol a heb gymorth oedolyn. Mae'r adnodd hwn yn rhan o gasgliad o ganllawiau ffilmiau ar gyfer pobl ifanc, sy'n edrych ar bump cam allweddol o gynhyrchu ffilm.
Post-Production 2: Sound Effects and Music
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Post-Production 2: Sound Effects and Music

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This resource provides young people with an overview of adding sound effects and music in the post-production stage of the filmmaking process. This includes links for sourcing copyright-free music and creating an original soundtrack for a short film. The guide is recommended for young people aged 13 to 19 for them to engage with filmmaking directly and without the support of an adult.This resource forms part of a collection of mini filmmaking guides for young people covering the key aspects of the five stages of film production. Mae’r adnodd hwn yn cynnig trosolwg i bobl ifanc ar sut i ychwanegu effeithiau sain a cherddoriaeth yng ngyfnod ôl-gynhyrchu o greu ffilm. Mae hyn yn cynnwys cyfeiriadau ar sut i ddarganfod cerddoriaeth di-hawlfraint a chreu traciau sain gwreiddiol ar gyfer ffilm fer. Awgrymir defnyddio’r canllaw yma gyda phobl ifanc rhwng 13 a 19 oed i’w hymgysylltu â chreu ffilmiau uniongyrchol a heb gymorth oedolyn. Mae'r adnodd hwn yn rhan o gasgliad o ganllawiau ffilmiau ar gyfer pobl ifanc, sy'n edrych ar bump cam allweddol o gynhyrchu ffilm.
Seachd: The Inaccessible Pinnacle - Secondary
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Seachd: The Inaccessible Pinnacle - Secondary

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This Into Film resource, designed to be used across third and fourth level in Scotland, explores a range of issues and curriculum areas through the film, Seachd: The Inaccessible Pinnacle. It has been created in partnership with Stòrlann Nàiseanta na Gàidhlig, the agency charged with co-ordinating the production and distribution of Gaelic educational resources throughout Scotland. These teachers' notes should be used in conjunction with the PowerPoint presentation found at http://www.intofilm.org/seachd-gaelic-resource. To find out more about Into Film and start a film club visit: www.intofilm.org.
Wales on Film Primary
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Wales on Film Primary

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This resource will showcase and celebrate the breadth of film created in Wales or featuring Welsh talent, as well as supporting teachers in engaging with film as a core learning tool. The activities are designed to fit the National Curriculum for Wales and to encourage educators and young people to explore Wales through film, focusing specifically on three central Welsh themes: Landscape, Myth, legend and nature, and Culture and heritage. From classic cinema through to modern day representations of Wales on film, the resource explores Welsh history, language, industry, culture and society. Bydd yr adnodd hwn yn dangos ac yn dathlu ehangder y ffilmiau a grëwyd yng Nghymru neu sy'n cynnwys talent o Gymru yn ogystal â chynorthwyo athrawon i ddefnyddio ffilm fel adnodd dysgu craidd. Lluniwyd y gweithgareddau hyn i weddu i Gwricwlwm Cenedlaethol Cymru ac i annog addysgwyr a phobl ifanc i ystyried, astudio ac archwilio Cymru drwy ffilm gan ganolbwyntio'n benodol ar dair thema ganolog Gymreig: Tirlun, Myth, Chwedl a natur, a Diwylliant a Threftadaeth. O ffilmiau clasurol y sinema i bortreadau o'r Gymru gyfoes ar ffilm, mae'r adnodd hwn yn ystyried hanes Cymru, y Gymraeg, diwydiant, diwylliant a chymdeithas.
Macbeth Cymeriadau Grymus - adnodd addysgol
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Macbeth Cymeriadau Grymus - adnodd addysgol

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This educational resource aims to support the teaching of Macbeth at Secondary level for students aged 14-16 years old and supports English, English Literature, drama and film studies teaching and learning. It comprises of a PDF that includes comprehensive outlines for the five activities, stills from the film and worksheets use in the classroom and the accompanying MACBETH – Power Players PowerPoint presentation with embedded clips from the 2015 film starring Michael Fassbender and Marion Cotillard. Students are then encouraged to make their own short film based on the themes within Macbeth as a consolidation exercise. Mae’r adnodd yma’n cynnwys cyflwyniad Powerpoint gyda nodiadau i athrawon i gyd-fynd gyda’r gwaith, mae’n cynnwys pump gweithgaredd sy’n gysylltiedig gyda’r ffilm, sy’n gallu cael ei gwblhau mewn 45 munud i awr. Mae’r sesiynau yma’n arwain y bobl ifanc i ddadnsodi clipiau o’r ffilm (sydd wedi atodi yn yr adnodd) ac yn archwilio cymeriadau, themâu a pherthnas o fewn y stori, yn ogystal â’r sain, iaith a thechnegau gwneud ffilm a ddefnyddir i’w cyfleu. Mi fydd y myfyrwyr yn cael eu hannog i ymateb i’r testun yn feirniadol ac yn ddychmygol, gan archwilio gwahanol ddulliau Shakespeare o fynegi ystyr a chyflawni effeithiau, gan ystyried y cyd-destynau cymdeithasol, diwylliannol ac hanesyddol yn oes Macbeth.
Pre-Production 2: Scout for Locations
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Pre-Production 2: Scout for Locations

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This resource provides young people with a range of practical tips on selecting film locations to establish the settings of their story. This includes a consideration of health and safety to ensure locations are suitable. The guide is recommended for young people aged 13 to 19 for them to engage with filmmaking directly and without the support of an adult.This resource forms part of a collection of mini filmmaking guides for young people covering the key aspects of the five stages of film production. Mae’r adnodd yma’n cynnig nifer o syniadau gwahanol ar sut i fynd ati i ddewis lleoliadau i sefydlu’r stori. Mae hyn yn cynnwys ystyriaethau iechyd a diogelwch er mwyn fod y lleoliadau’n addas. Awgrymir defnyddio’r canllaw yma gyda phobl ifanc rhwng 13 a 19 oed i’w hymgysylltu â chreu ffilmiau uniongyrchol a heb gymorth oedolyn. Mae'r adnodd hwn yn rhan o gasgliad o ganllawiau ffilmiau ar gyfer pobl ifanc, sy'n edrych ar bump cam allweddol o gynhyrchu ffilm.
Development 3: Write Your Script
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Development 3: Write Your Script

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This resource will help young people to refine their final film ideas into a script. This includes an overview of script conventions and tips and activities exploring visual storytelling in scriptwriting. The guide is recommended for young people aged 13 to 19 for them to engage with filmmaking directly and without the support of an adult. This resource forms part of a collection of mini filmmaking guides for young people covering the key aspects of the five stages of film production. Mae'r adnodd yma i helpu'r bobl ifanc addasu'r syniadau ffilm terfynnol i mewn i sgript. Mae hyn yn cynnwys trosolwg o strwythr sgriptiau a syniadau a gweithgareddau sy'n archwilio arfau dweud straeon gwelwldol mewn sgriptiau. Awgrymir defnyddio'r canllaw yma gyda phobl ifanc rhwng 13 a 19 oed i'w hymgysylltu â chreu ffilmiau uniongyrchol a heb gymorth oedolyn. Mae'r adnodd hwn yn rhan o gasgliad o ganllawiau ffilmiau ar gyfer pobl ifanc, sy'n edrych ar bump cam allweddol o gynhyrchu ffilm.
BFI Thriller - Whistle and I'll Come to You
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BFI Thriller - Whistle and I'll Come to You

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This educational resource based on the amateur archive film Whistle and I’ll Come to You (1956, North Downs Cinematograph Society, Screen Archive South East) encourages pupils to think, talk and write about film using the French language. Suitable for students aged 11-14, this resource is principally designed for use in the classroom to support French Language. However, it also encourages engagement with archive film footage and the thriller genre. You can download the accompanying materials Whistle and I’ll Come to You PowerPoint Presentation, and the Curriculum Links document.
India on Film: Food in India
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India on Film: Food in India

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This educational resource based on Nilesh Patel's A Love Supreme encourages pupils to think and talk about film using the French language, and helps them with the technical skill of forming the imperative. Suitable for students aged 10-14, this resource is principally designed for use in the classroom to support French Modern Foreign Language. However, it also encourages engagement with Indian culture through food and with art-house cinema. You can download the accompanying Food in India PowerPoint Presentation, worksheets within the teachers'' notes and the curriculum links document. Watch thousands more archive films for free on BFI Player. Britain on Film is a project to digitise and make accessible 10,000 archive films from the BFI National Archive and the UK's Regional and National Film Archives.
Wales on Film Secondary / Cymru ar Ffilm Nodiadau i athrawon
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Wales on Film Secondary / Cymru ar Ffilm Nodiadau i athrawon

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Wales has a long and rich film history. This resource showcases and celebrates the breadth of film created in Wales or featuring Welsh talent, as well as supporting teachers in engaging with film as a core learning tool. The activities are designed to fit the National Curriculum for Wales and to encourage educators and young people to explore Wales through film, focusing specifically on three central Welsh themes: Landscape, Myth, Legend and Nature, and Culture and Heritage. From classic cinema through to modern day representations of Wales on film, the resource explores Welsh history, language, industry, culture and society. How to use this resource The resource features questions and activities based around each film, as well as thematic activities that explore aspects of Landscape, Myth, Legend and Nature, Culture and Heritage. In addition, the resources use clips provided in the accompanying PowerPoint presentation available from the Into Film website: https://www.intofilm.org/resources/1149 . Activities create engagement with film through watching, discussing, analysing and filmmaking. Also available to download from below, Wales on Film Secondary in Welsh language format. Cymru ar Ffilm Uwchradd Mae gan Gymru hanes ffilm hir a chyfoethog. Mae'r adnodd hwn yn arddangos ac yn dathlu ehangder ffilm a grëwyd yng Nghymru neu sy'n cynnwys talent o Gymru, yn ogystal ag cefnogi athrawon o ran ymgysylltu â ffilm fel arf dysgu craidd. Mae'r gweithgareddau wedi eu cynllunio i gyd-fynd â'r Cwricwlwm Cenedlaethol Cymru ac i annog addysgwyr a phobl ifanc i archwilio Cymru drwy ffilm, gan ganolbwyntio'n benodol ar dair thema Cymraeg canolog: Tirwedd, Chwedlau a Natur, a Diwylliant a Threftadaeth. O sinema glasurol trwy i gynrychioliadau gyfoes o Gymru ar ffilm, mae'r adnodd yn archwilio hanes, iaith, diwydiant, diwylliant a chymdeithas Cymru. Sut i ddefnyddio'r adnodd hwn Mae'r adnodd yn cynnwys cwestiynau a gweithgareddau yn seiliedig o amgylch pob ffilm, yn ogystal â gweithgareddau thematig sy'n archwilio agweddau ar Dirwedd, Chwedlau a Natur, Diwylliant a Threftadaeth. Yn ogystal, mae'r adnoddau yn defnyddio clipiau a ddarperir yn y cyflwyniad PowerPoint. Mae'r gweithgareddau yn ymgysylltu â ffilm drwy wylio, trafod, dadansoddi a gwneud ffilmiau.
The Iron Giant Welsh National Framework resource
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The Iron Giant Welsh National Framework resource

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We have produced this resource on the film The Iron Giant to complement the new Welsh National Literacy Framework for Primary schools, aimed a developing oracy, reading, and writing across the curriculum. Developed in conjunction with a leading literacy practitioner and the Welsh Government, these bilingual resources aim to empower teachers to increase literacy through film. This film is now available to stream free at Into Film+ https://www.intofilm.org/films/3001
Bill: Green Light to Opening Night Part 1
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Bill: Green Light to Opening Night Part 1

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A series of five videos that go behind the scenes and explore the making of the film Bill, a fictional take on the young William Shakespeare’s search for fame and fortune. In part one of this five-part Green Light to Opening Night series, we learn about pre-production, including pitching, commissioning, screenwriting, the first script read through and the role of the director. We also meet some of the lead actors and one of the writers of the film. A resource designed to accompany behind the scenes film has been designed to work across a range of curriculum areas and subjects for students aged 9-13. It comprises of a set of teachers’ notes with activity outlines and worksheets for classroom use and a PowerPoint presentation with embedded clips from the film and the Behind The Scenes film which can be downloaded at www.intofilm.org/bill This film is now available to stream free at Into Film+ https://www.intofilm.org/films/18539