How to Make a Short Film

Growing up in a small town in Oregon, I was always searching for something to keep me occupied. Luckily, I discovered the joy of video games and the thrill of embarking on wild adventures outside. It was a welcome escape from reality, and a way to enter another world entirely. As I got older, movies became another avenue for me to immerse myself in different worlds and become one with the main character, living their story as if it was my own.

My creative energy couldn't be contained, so I grabbed my family's video camera and started filming everything. I was on a mission to experience as many lives as possible and create my exciting adventures, all while recording every moment of it. During this time, I discovered my love for storytelling and began to craft my tales.

Now, not all of my attempts at storytelling were a hit. I've made some seriously bad films in my day, including cringe-worthy dramatic monologues and horror shorts about murders. But with every failure came a new lesson and insight that helped me grow and develop my craft. And despite the missteps, there were some films that I was genuinely proud of.

I remember watching one of my films and feeling a sense of pride that I had never experienced before. At that moment, I knew I had found my voice, the unique perspective that set me apart from others. And now, I want to help you find your voice too.