Revolutionising film education: introducing the UK’s first MA Feature Filmmaking course

Aspiring action film makers can now apply to the first ever master's dedicated to the genre thanks to a collaboration between Falmouth University and UK film studio, Action Xtreme.  

MA Feature Filmmaking offers students the opportunity to immerse themselves in the adrenaline-fuelled world of action cinema, going beyond the theory as they work on the production of a full length feature film which will be distributed globally. 

The course was created by Falmouth University’s Head of the School of Film & Television, Dr. Kingsley Marshall, in collaboration with Action Xtreme CEO Chee Keong Cheung and Talent Development Director, Noel Goodwin. 

Kingsley said: “This course is a natural extension of over a decade of feature film production at Falmouth. By collaborating with Action Xtreme, we’re offering an innovative program that aligns with our values of inclusion and diversity, creating real opportunities for emerging talent." 

Chee added: “This course goes beyond traditional education, offering students the chance to engage with the filmmaking process, and graduate with a completed feature film. It’s a truly exciting, hands-on approach to learning, and I look forward to seeing the next generation of filmmakers thrive.” 

The collaboration provides students with the chance to learn within the context of a live production environment, gaining unparalleled practical experience learning from and working with seasoned professionals. 

Action Xtreme’s commitment to nurturing new talent is woven into the course. Chee, an award-winning filmmaker, also brings 20 years of experience and a passion for talent development. Students will benefit from his deep insights, along with guidance from other industry leaders who have collaborated with icons such as Richard Dreyfuss and Ian McKellen. 

Falmouth University has also produced a slate of films through the Sound/Image Cinema Lab, our in-house production centre, including Enys Men (2023), A Year in a Field (2023), Long Way Back (2022), Wilderness (2021), Bait (2019), shorts including and The Birdwatcher (2023), Bloom (2023), Mab Hudel (2022), Kestav (2020), Hard Cracked the Wind (2019) and Backwoods (2019). 

MA Feature Filmmaking is an invitation to create something extraordinary and to enter the action film industry with a feature film credit, backed by Falmouth’s academic excellence and Action Xtreme’s distribution network. 

About Kingsley 

Dr. Kingsley Marshall is Head of the School of Film & Television at Falmouth University, overseeing over 700 undergraduate students and a diverse postgraduate community. He also serves as an external examiner at Edge Hill University and Raindance Film School, and is involved in production development and partnerships in the Sound/Image Cinema Lab at Falmouth University, collaborating on film productions with partners that have included Film4 and BBC Films. 

About Chee 

With over 20 years of experience in the industry, Chee Keong Cheung, the CEO of Action Xtreme, is an award-winning British-Chinese filmmaker whose work includes collaborations with legends like Richard Dreyfuss, John Hannah, Ian McKellen, and Michael Madsen, among others. 

As a director, producer and distributor, Chee’s breadth of experience spans every facet of the film industry, but what sets him apart is his passion for education and talent development. Chee has delivered masterclasses at some of the UK’s most prestigious institutions, including the BFI, and has served on the jury of high-profile film festivals such as the Sci-Fi London 48 Hour Film Challenge and the BFI Future Film Festival.