We are pleased to welcome acclaimed filmmaker Nicolás Pereda to the Center for Ethnographic Media Arts. 

Nicolás Pereda has had over 35 retrospectives worldwide in places like TIFF Cinematheque, Anthology Film Archive, and Jeu de Paume. His films have been presented in most major international film festivals including Cannes, Berlin, Venice, Locarno, New York, and Toronto, as well as in galleries and museums like the Reina Sofía in Madrid, the Guggenheim and MoMA in New York. In 2010 he was awarded the Premio Orizzonti at the Venice Film Festival.

This workshop takes an experimental approach to exploring the possibilities of voice-over narration in film, examining its different forms and effects. We will discuss the distinctions between documentary and fiction voice-overs, as well as hybrid approaches that combine elements of both. Topics will include embodied vs. disembodied narration, how the use of different verb tenses affects audience engagement, and conceptual vs. material narration.

Participants will do one short exercise. To take part, please bring a photograph of your choice.  

Friday, April 11th, 2025

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

USC Dornsife Temporary Research Facility, TRF 120

3430 S Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90089

We have limited space available for this event. Please write to us as soon as possible to secure your spot. To RSVP, email cema@usc.edu. 

This event is co-sponsored by USC Center for Ethnographic Media Arts and USC School of Cinematic Arts.