The actor, director and scholar has lectured at colleges and now he is taking his talents to younger kids after announcing he will be teaching an eight-part film course at a high school in California.

In a note on Instagram, the 127 Hours star writes, "Palo Alto High School - I will be teaching an 8 part film class for high school students. Sign up now!"

As part of the course, the young filmmakers will get the chance to make a movie with Franco.