Making My Dream Short Film (pt 1) - Pre-Production

Join me in the beginning of pre-production for this short film. In upcoming videos, you can follow along with all the challenges and solutions as I prep, shoot, edit, and release The Lost Fortune of Oliver Brody here on the channel.

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I'm Kent Lamm and I've been making short films for over 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 3 million views. As an editor, I’ve done work for clients such as Apple, Netflix, and Beats by Dre.

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[waydimstygdsgn]

That was probably the most unexpected plot twist Ive seen

[soreb_x]

This couldn't have come at a more perfect time. I just got done writing a script of my own a couple days ago and just now started to get into pre-production. Having you right along on the journey and making videos about the various production stages feels incredibly reassuring!

[ChristianLindsey]

You can see the joy and excitement in Kent's face when he's talking about his film. Love to see it!

[wexwuthor]

Sounds like there's a feature length film in there. Never hurts to dream big.

[paintcoach]

I have a feeling that one way or another Oliver will make it to the screen.

[HidimBambhaa]

I was literally thinking by the end that: This guy deserves this. He will make something really good! b/c I have suffered the loss of not being able to finish a project after working on it for approx 2 years !! Damn. It hurts, man! But yeah, we gotta move on. Full support ✌️

[xam.yo.]

this may sound weird, but your newslatter helps keep me motivated, so thank you
i'm glad you found a way to keep your project alive, the best of luck!!

[Zumafilmz]

Love the attitude. Things don't always go as planned. You got to roll with the punches. Thanks for making this video. Shows us to keep going no matter what.

[Jaikah]

It's really cool that you decided to make such a comprehensive series of videos about the making of a new short film! I watched the video and also read the script. I have the idea that you could make the story more complex but little longer: add some action in the beginning or middle of the film that would give a hint that Oliver is actually a ghost. Still, at first glance it would seem as if you were trying to open up his inner world and character where he is just gone crazy with loneliness. For example, he writes a letter to his wife, where he writes as a subtext how he died, and later a pile of old empty unsent letters can be seen somewhere. Then the twist at the end would be more compelling, because if you start thinking about it later or rewatch it, you'll find these clues.

[jasnnathanieltv]

You’re going to be the reason I become a big filmmaker one day 🙌🏻

[nobudgetshortfilms]

My favourite youtube channel! Can't wait to see this eerie western short. Keep killing it!

[bhogarajusrikar]

Never stop making videos man. i fking love your content!

[MrSinemax]

The idea sound great Kent! I would advise you to take a look at the ‘The Ballad of Buster Scruggs’ by Coen Brothers for narrative/ cinematography inspiration. If you don’t know, it is a collection of shorts and one of them is similar to what you’re trying to create. Wish that everything goes smooth, good luck!

[indiestorytellinginyt]

All the very best to my youtube teacher, an inspiring filmmaker, rock it✨️🙌🤍

[LivinSalty]

freakin love it man!! Can't wait to see how this develops. I think after releasing this video, there will be a lot more sponsors looking to jump on board. Gives me motivation to hop back on my unfinished script!

[saigade]

I just finished writing my first short film, and your videos have helped me navigate something very overwhelming. Thank you so much for sharing your journey.

[searcyproductions]

I've been following you for a while, and I love how you approach the pre-production process. Others just do a basic script because they have a sponsor, but I appreciate how you take your time with it. I can't wait for part 2

[mikepratt]

As a first-time filmmaker this summer, your content has been the most encouraging and informational resource. Thank you for your videos!

[dorothyzb]

Aw, Kent!! I was so excited for you! We'll be here when the time is right and will be excited to watch the process unfold when it picks up again. In the meantime, it was so cool to see this. I'm in prepro right now myself and this was great motivation!

[MyNamelsBlue]

Just followed this for a short film I'm developing.

Thanks!