Agenda
DAY 1 - Acting Techniques
Explore Acting Techniques that are use by working A listers actors in Hollywood. You will get an intensive coaching by celebrity acting coach from Hollywood, contemporary take on Method Acting that blends the foundations of Stanislavsky with immersive techniques, for genuine and convincing performance on screen.
DAY 2 - Physical Mastery & Stunts
Focus on developing physical control, expressive movement, self defense, and a commanding presence. Learn to manage fear, pressure, and anger effectively.
You will learn intensive Hollywood stunts with choreographers from the industry and have the opportunity to film it under real Hollywood set conditions.
DAY 3 - Performance in Practice & Mastering
Engage in on-camera exercises,, and refine the core acting skills you’ve acquired thus with a series of lectures from industry pro's and guests, including vocal coaching, how to build a set for self-tapes and how to interact with lights and camera movements on set. Marketing for Actors.
You will work on monologues that will be filmed on the next day, coached by the professionals, finding truth in your performance; on the other hand, receive insights on how to behave on set and build connections with industry guests. Learn how a Hollywood set works.
DAY 4 - Filming & Reflection
Experience filming on an actual movie set, evaluate performances, and enhance your artistic and professional influence while uncovering Hollywood's secrets. Direct access to celebrities and industry pro's. Showreel production. Learn Self tape art.
Starting with relaxation and breathing exercises to immerse yourself in the scene, you will be working on a real set conditions with departments such as makeup, hair, costume, arts, grips, gaffer, and the ADs, directed by David Barrouk, surprise guest from Hollywood and Anna Popkin
For the evening, lunge into IAM Soiree, a red carpet vip event to connect, network and meet producers, film distributors and industry professionals.
A premium Hollywood experience that offers actors, filmmakers, seasonal producers, directors a premium shortcut to the film industry, direct networking with producers, celebrities and filmmakers helping them explore Hollywood techniques to master their careers and foster personal growth.
MEET THE INDUSTRY PRO'S
Act. Achieve. Inspire.
The experience is supported by a diverse group of international professionals working across acting, directing, music, production, and visual storytelling. They are the driving force behind major productions, the experts who bring films to life.
Frederique BEL
Actress
Frédérique Bel is a celebrated French actress and model renowned for her elegance, charisma, and captivating screen presence.
A true figure of European glamour, she has built an impressive career in both mainstream and independent cinema, earning international recognition for her performances, notably in the global box-office sensation Qu'est-ce qu'on a fait au Bon Dieu?.
With her unmistakable sophistication and magnetic talent, Frédérique Bell represents the timeless allure of French cinema while embodying modern star power.
Her presence signals the arrival of world-class artistry and undeniable A-list prestige.
Jake FRANCOIS
Actor & Producer
Jake Francois is an actor and the founder of IAM, an International Acting Movement connecting talent to the global film industry.
His screen work includes international productions such as No Chains No Master, Honeymoon Crasher, and major upcoming projects.
Through IAM, Francois champions training, representation, and global access, bridging Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Hollywood.
At the intersection of performance and leadership, he is helping shape a new era of internationally connected actors.
David Barrouk
Producer, Educational Director, A lister Acting Coach, Screenwriter, Director.
David Barrouk is a true multidisciplinary creator. A lister Acting Coach for some of the biggest A listers, the craft behind legendary performances by actors like Marlon Brando, Meryl Streep, and Leonardo DiCaprio. He trained in the United States in the traditions of Stanislavski and the Actors Studio. In New York, he studied at the Michael Chekhov Studio and the renowned Herbert Berghof Studio, and became a coach at just 18 years old.
Back in Paris, he wrote, directed, and produced award-winning short and mid-length films and a web series, with projects screened at international festivals and broadcast on major networks including Canal+, HBO, France 2, Amazon, Arte, and Netflix. He later founded Method Acting Center, where he trains emerging and professional actors, as well as writers and directors some of whom have gone on to build successful international careers.
Alongside coaching major film projects, including the César-nominated Cigarettes et Chocolat Chaud, David continues to write, direct, coach some of biggest names out there and produce. He has directed music videos, UK feature film as writer/director/co-producer, and has developed projects through his production company Obédience Films. His book Stan or the Solfège of Acting is published internationally by Bloomsbury. He is also the author of novels, including Open Letter to a Closed Woman.
Alex JOSEPH
Sound Dept. & Producer
Behind the world’s most unforgettable films are artists who shape what audiences feel before they ever see it. Alex Joseph is one of those artists. A master sound designer whose work has defined some of the most iconic cinematic experiences of modern cinema, his craft lives in the emotional heartbeat of film.
From the magic of the Harry Potter universe to the pulse and precision of Casino Royale, Joseph’s sound design has helped bring stories to life at the highest level of international filmmaking. His ability to sculpt atmosphere, tension, and immersion has made him a trusted creative force on major global productions.
With a career spanning countless landmark films, Alex Joseph brings not just technical mastery, but a rare storytelling instinct, transforming sound into narrative, and silence into impact. His work reminds us that cinema is not only seen, but deeply felt.
Tim PURCELL
Producer & Writer
A legendary force in global cinema, Tim Purcell brings over five decades of experience at the highest level of the film industry. His career spans some of the most powerful and culturally significant works in modern screen history, alongside bold, boundary-pushing contemporary cinema.
With credits connected to landmark films such as Number 69, Schindler’s List and influential modern classics including The Babadook, Purcell’s body of work reflects both artistic integrity and global impact. His influence stretches across Hollywood and the international marketplace, uniting prestige storytelling with commercially resonant productions. A visionary producer and industry architect, Tim Purcell is renowned for his ability to identify exceptional stories, elevate creative talent, and deliver projects that endure across generations.
His leadership and creative judgment have made him a trusted figure within the world’s most demanding film environments.
Today, his legacy continues to shape the future of international cinema, forging meaningful connections between Hollywood and emerging global film hubs
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LOCATION
On the west coast of Mauritius, where sunsets paint the sky in gold and the lagoon stretches endlessly, luxury meets raw natural beauty.
Framed by the iconic Le Morne Brabant, this coastline blends pristine beaches, calm waters, and refined coastal living in perfect harmony.
Sophisticated yet grounded, vibrant yet serene, the west coast is where elegance and island soul exist as one.
THE WEST COAST
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Networking soiree with celebrities and industry professional, the official launch of IAM and our two foundations.
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Where the Story Evolved
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WHY MAURITIUS
The island is no longer only a destination for tourism, it is rapidly becoming a destination for production. International films, series, and commercial projects are choosing Mauritius for its extraordinary visual diversity, its stability, and its growing professional ecosystem.
We are launching in Mauritius because, just like in other rising creative cities around the world, we recognize a moment of acceleration.
Mauritius offers something rare: within a small geographic footprint, filmmakers can access turquoise lagoons, dramatic mountain ranges, dense forests, colonial architecture, modern cityscapes, and culturally layered neighborhoods.
Strategically located between Africa, Asia, and Europe, Mauritius is a natural bridge between markets.
The government has made clear commitments to support the industry. Through the Film Rebate Scheme administered by the Economic Development Board Mauritius, qualifying productions can access competitive cash rebates, positioning the island as both creatively exciting and financially viable. There is ambition that deserves structure. There is talent that deserves global opportunity.
We want to support the ecosystem as it expands.
We want to connect local talent with international professionals.
It is about participating in the rise of a film industry that is positioning itself on the global stage.
