SAFA Induction Day 2026 marked a memorable beginning for the inaugural 2026–27 batch of the Diploma in Film Technology at SA Film Academy. Held on 16 September 2026, the programme brought together aspiring filmmakers, educators, and prominent personalities from the Tamil film industry. The Induction Day welcomed students into a new chapter of film education […]
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Every journey in cinema begins with a first step. For a new group of aspiring filmmakers, that first step is about to begin at SA Film Academy. SA Film Academy is preparing to welcome the inaugural 2026-27 batch of its weekend Diploma in Film Technology course. To mark this special beginning, the academy will host […]
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SA Film Academy’s recent FTII Pune Workshop in Chennai received media coverage in several newspapers, highlighting the successful five-day Production Design Workshop conducted in collaboration with the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune. The workshop, titled “Build the World: Production Design Workshop,” brought together aspiring filmmakers and students for an intensive learning experience […]
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What brings the visual world of a film to life? From the spaces where characters live to the objects they use, every visual detail can support the story. This is where production design plays an important role. To help aspiring filmmakers explore this creative side of cinema, SA Film Academy collaborated with FTII Pune to […]
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What makes a cinema event truly memorable? Is it the presence of legendary film personalities, the meaningful discussions, or the inspiration that participants carry home? At SA Film Academy, it was all these and much more. The Tamil Cinema Tribute Event Highlights showcased the successful completion of ‘A Homage & Retrospective of Bharathiraja & K. […]
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Tamil cinema continues to inspire generations through its unforgettable stories and legendary filmmakers. If you are passionate about cinema, don’t miss this Tamil Cinema Tribute Event hosted by SA Film Academy on 31 July 2026. The academy is proud to welcome National Award-winning editor B. Lenin and filmmaker, author, and producer C. Rasi Azhagappan as […]
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SA Film Academy is organizing “A Homage and Retrospective of Two Legendary Filmmakers” from 27 July to 31 July at SACAS Theatre, Poonamallee, Chennai. This five-day event pays tribute to two iconic personalities of Tamil cinema—Bharathiraja and K. Bhagyaraj—whose contributions continue to inspire generations of filmmakers. Curated by renowned writer and director Ajayan Bala, this […]
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What happens when aspiring cinematographers spend five days learning directly from industry professionals using professional cinema cameras? That was exactly the experience at SA Film Academy’s 5-Day Cinematography Workshop in Chennai, held from June 22 to June 26.The workshop concluded successfully with enthusiastic participation from aspiring filmmakers, students, photographers, videographers, and cinema enthusiasts who came […]
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What if you could learn cinematography directly from an experienced industry cinematographer and interact with another leading cinematographer during the same training program? For aspiring filmmakers, learning cinematography is not just about understanding cameras and lighting—it is about learning how experienced professionals think, create visuals, solve challenges, and tell stories through images. To provide this […]
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Have you ever wanted to learn cinematography using professional cinema cameras like Arri Alexa, Red Komodo, and Sony FX3 instead of just watching tutorials online? SA Film Academy is conducting a 5-Day Advanced Cinematography Workshop in Chennai from June 22 to June 26, designed for aspiring filmmakers, cinematographers, videographers, and cinema enthusiasts who want real […]
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