You're not a real filmmaker.

I was super hesitant to post this video since it's a vulnerable one, I made it to help cope with some thoughts and feelings I've been having lately.

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[antoinemurenga]

"No one is gonna give me the oppurtunites so I'm just gonna go out and create them myself". Beautiful message, beautiful video <3

[collinausbury]

you ever notice how titles right now are mostly geared to make you feel like you're not enough?
stop doing this. 10 things you're doing wrong. how to be [insert something you're not]. the one tool that changed (of course) everything.
it truly is a back and forth like that. thank you for being honest and talking openly about this. we all need it. what are we all doing if it's not honest?

[danielschiffer]

So proud of you dude, this is awesome work 👏

[blondpsd]

"I don't care, I just want to make cool shit" - I love it.

[hasnainrana]

Dude this video is fucking amazing, the editing, the color grading, the framing, omg the shots r so beautiful and the whole idea with the different versions of you saying different things was brilliant. You are a filmmaker, what I just watched was a film!!

[moviesmadebymike]

this was relateable on so many levels bro, you have no idea. the emotional undercurrent hit me like a truck. the many voices, the good days, the bad days. with me, its a desire to actually be the YT content creator as well as the DP and feeling like I'm never good enough for either. thanks for making this. (p.s. I love so many of your shots. great composition)

[nshaps]

LOOOOL the phone call is so real "oh they flew you out? that's awesome!" proceeds to cry myself to sleep hahaha

[Roddega]

This was an absolute masterpiece, visually, story telling, and hitting me right in the feels, and hit the nail on the head on how I've been feeling trying to navigate this industry. Thank you for this Matt, honestly, the vulnerability shown was moving! And so god damn relatable.

[RobWatt]

You're describing the artists journey here, It is completely normal. It will be joined by imposter syndrome once the recognition grows. Ill tell you what i heard from Coppola when I first entered the film work force: "You dont need a studio and a bunch of semitrucks full of gear to make your career. You need a van, ten friends, and a camera". This was around 15 years, and still applies today. Enjoy the journey. Youre a self starter and most dont have that, so youre in a good position for success

I almost cried when watching the ending, thank you for the film.

[canalbonvoyage]

Man!!!! the colours are stunning, the way you tell the story is so cool and the sound design is great, congratulations bro, you’re inspiring me and probably a lot of others visual artists as well 🎥🔥

[DylColeman]

"i just wanna make cool shit". You said it there brother. I really appreciate this. As someone who's not exactly where they "planned" on being career-wise and constantlys fight back thoughts of imposter syndrome and giving up, this YouTube thing all together, this is extremely inspiring. Thanks

[EdProsser]

I'm glad you shared this, beautiful work Matt - this definitely made me feel something! Also the negative Matt cuts deep!

[juliasolpin]

i am a brazilian filmmaker and i deeply identify with the feelings you express in this video. so vulnerable and yet so precise. even though i'm not a regular content creator, i feel that, due to the lack of opportunities to show my value as a director in the market, i am constantly disqualified, as if i always hear, "you are not a real director." additionally, i don't have influential relatives to put me in the right places, nor the financial means to study at prestigious institutions, which keeps me from making important connections. but my passion for filmmaking is too strong to give up.

in fact, your series of "how to create a spec project" videos has helped me a lot in organizing how to create my own and pursue my goals. thanks for that.

now, i've decided to create my own opportunities too and start my youtube channel as well :)

[wbynan]

Love it Matt! I think all of us freelancer/Youtubers juggle with this internal battle

[Keralite]

Really enjoyed this. Always appreciate sincerity and vulnerability from content creators. With the skill you display in shot composition, lighting, editing, and narrative, I have no reason to doubt you'll create great films someday (whether with a studio or independently).

[MaurideHaro]

Loved this Matt.
"A good player works hard to win the game everyone else is playing. A great player creates a new game that favours their strengths and avoids their weaknesses."
It's all about creating your own game in your own world. Be true to yourself and forget about the noise. If people joins and appreciates your work along the way, great. If not, at least you were true to yourself. YOUR WAY IS THE ONLY WAY. And that is the only thing that matters in life my fren!

[goodcolmado]

It's been a while since I've resonated so much with a video. Thank you for reminding how okay it is to go through these daily motions.

[cammackey]

Down the road, they’ll say we were ahead of our time. And the haters will never admit it cause they hate themselves.

[farsidekiki]

Beautifully made and so well stated Matt! There’s absolutely no need to put yourself into any neat little box or label. Just keep being your honest authentic self and the right audience will always resonate with your message. Peace and love brother!