Ecole Internationale de Creation Audiovisuelle et de Réalisation

EICAR The International Film School of Paris (Ecole Internationale de Creation Audiovisuelle et de Réalisation) is a private film school founded in 1973 by Jean-Paul Vuillin, producer and director of film. In 2000 the school opened an english speaking department where all film courses were offered in english. In 2008, students from 56 different countries were enrolled in this department. The faculty is international and industry professionals from the world over offer their expertise to aspiring filmmakers. The school has one of the most cutting edge, comprehensive film educational programs in Europe. The curriculum includes courses in both technical and creative crafts. production, directing, cinematography, sound, musical composition, editing, special effects, acting, script writing.... Students can either take degrees (Bachelor or Masters) in practical hands on film making, and production, choose to take short intensive courses, or enroll in the one year courses. The school is situated in the heart of France's largest filming studios, in the ICADE Park/ St Denis, Paris North. The graduation at the school in June 2008 was presided over by Claude Lelouche. The International Film School of Paris, EICAR, has a considerable reputation within the European industry as a film school and as an independent, short-film production house. Over 300 short films are produced each year on HD, 35mm, super 16mm and DV. www.eicar-international.com