Making a short film… FAST

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About me:
I've been making short films for 20 years, starting at age 11. I directed my first feature film, Bad is Bad, in 2010. Made for only $6,000, the film went on to reach over 7 million views and garner critical acclaim. More recently, my short film, Will "The Machine", screened and won awards at film festivals around the world. Released online in 2019, it reached over 1 million views in just a month. I also work as a video editor, cutting ads for clients such as Apple, Netflix, and Beats by Dre.

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00:00 The Little Helpers
00:39 The Idea
02:37 Pre-Production
05:32 Production
07:43 Gear & Effects
12:47 Artlist
13:49 The Opening Shot
14:39 Blood Effects
15:44 Budget & Learnings

[summerproject]

It was nice seeing how someone else shoots short films, I'm still learning so I appreciate all the BTS! keep up the great work.

[Cencolor]

Avocado cutting Pro Tip: You move and cut the avocado around the knife. Knife always stays still all the time in one hand, so no danger ever involved. Hope that helps someone : )

[anthonypc]

I was so relieved at the part when it was relieved your cat pulled through.
Thank goodness!

(I'm an experienced part-time cat shepherd, and would be honored to monitor his vitals for you if ever production duty calls again.)

[FrictionMakesFire]

The one two punch of short film and breakdown videos of said short film. Such a great way to learn filmmaking. Love to see it. Thank you!

[spring]

As a new short film creator, I have found your videos really helpful! while writing my next short I have gotten a lot of inspiration from you so thank you! This was awesome to watch

[Melancholic_Loner]

I've been lacking so bad when it comes to writing I need to get back in the game

[higherentertainment]

Dude, you’re an absolute legend and a major inspiration for our filmmaking community here on YouTube. Please never stop! Looking forward to the next one brother 🙌🙏

[efraguerrero]

Your channel is the best for learning filmmaking and to find inspiration. Thank you!

[sideowlproductions]

I've been looking forward to this since first seeing the short. This was really a helpful BTS video in so many ways.
Thanks man! 🙂

[Santafefashionweek]

That was great, I watched the short film as well, it was cool to watch how you made the film

[klash]

This is the problem with short films. The story about HOW the short film was made has at least three times as many views as the short film it self.

[MikePriceLife]

I enjoy your subtle humor and how informative you can be. You make it feel easy and not as complex to make a project happen.
Thank you!

[CaptainBearPants]

I’m really excited to start making short films. Hopefully next year

[AirinRezz]

love your stuff brutha, i'm a amateur film maker/photographer and really appreciating the content. 👍

[pascal_million_films]

Thank you for this video... I'm in this step right now... a nice trip is on the way!!!!🎬🎬🎬

[colintofts]

Great video, always find your find your videos really accessible and great delivery. I'd say you are inspiring many of us to crack on

[SOLIDSNAKE.]

Your awesome dude! 2 weeks! Impressive man! That films bomb! You're so inspirational! Thank you

[ryanalanphoto]

Your videos have greatly helped me out with filming. Thank you for all you do!

Very impressive and inspiring to see! I love it!

[mannyromero]

Thank You for this video. Very helpful.