Learn filmmaking by living it

FROM FIRST FILM TO FIRST FEATURE

Prague Film Institute is an international hands-on film and acting school in Prague, where you learn by working on films from day one — behind the camera or in front of it. Create your own films or act in student productions, gain opportunities to experience professional film and TV sets, and progress towards Feature Film Production. Founded by a successful film producer with nearly 30 years of industry experience, our UK-accredited BTEC programs are taught and mentored by working film professionals.

 

acting for film

Train for the camera in focused practical sessions with individual feedback, and perform in student film productions.

Filmmaking

Learn filmmaking by making your own films, with hands-on guidance throughout the creative process.

why study with us

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learn by doing

Practical classes, workshops and filmmaking exercises led by industry professionals.

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SHOOT YOUR OWN FILMS

Create your own films and, in advanced programs, take part in making a full-length feature film.

WORK ON REAL FILM SETS

Get opportunities to work on professional film and TV productions while you study.

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career support

Internships, festivals, industry connections and support for your next steps after graduation.

student films

See what our students can create in just one academic year.
EXPLORE MORE STUDENT FILMS →

PROFESSIONAL FILM SETS

Watch our students working alongside film crews on professional productions.
EXPLORE FILM SET INTERNSHIPS →

STUDENT LIFE

Discover student life in Prague — film shoots, screenings and new friendships.

LEARN FROM INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS

Learn from filmmakers and actors with experience on productions such as Star Wars, Dune, Titanic, Gladiator and Wonder Woman. Our faculty and guest speakers bring real-world industry knowledge into the classroom.

Production Design Tutor

All Quiet on the Western Front  ·  Alien vs. Predator  ·   xXx

Directing tutor
Film festival selections
Drone Cinematography Tutor

Casino Royale  ·  The Bourne Identity
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Guest Speaker I Editor

Oscar Winner  ·  Dune 
Arrival  ·  Blade Runner 2049

Real stories, Real experiences

WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY

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