Academy of Art is definitely a good school to check out. Depending on the program you're interested in you may find that some of their programs are much better than others. One of my good friends is in the graphics design program and totally loves it. Good quality teachers that know their stuff and great resources. I looked into the film department here and although the program is ""good enough"", i think that if you want a good film school in the San Francisco Bay Area there are definitely others to consider as well. One that I've been really impressed by is the producing/directing program at Berkeley Digital Film Institute. Overall, the Academy is fine, but I wouldn't limit yourself just because they have the most money to advertise. I'd definitely do my homework before deciding.
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