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Sponsored by Artlist, home of the best music, sfx, AI voiceovers and more. Click here to get 2 extra months free with any annual plan: https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK I critiqued 4 comedy short films submitted by YOU. If you want to submit your own short film for a future critique, join my free newsletter Friday Film Notes and use the submission form at the bottom of each Friday's email: https://www.standardstoryco.com/ Thanks to the filmmakers, give them some love: The Haunted Lamp: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=K2bGXUuXzwU&t FROGMAN: https://youtu.be/0gonphnudHE?si=I5a6wdKNwCsKiGYz Stitched: https://youtu.be/8Zydhx8UlzU METHOD to the MADNESS: https://youtu.be/ltgMSR4AcC8?si=rzAVKkGwypWXR2RE 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com About me: 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you. This video is sponsored by Artlist. 00:00:00 Comedy Short Film Critiques 00:00:30 Film #1 (The Haunted Lamp) 00:06:39 Film #2 (FROGMAN) 00:11:39 Film #3 (Stitched) 00:20:09 Film #4 (METHOD to the MADNESS) 00:29:54 Want to submit your film?

Big thanks to the filmmakers! See the films/follow them here: Trance: https://youtu.be/zAo_I_TVB4k?si=c33iVPEeWYzRHvd8 LET ME IN: https://youtu.be/Dm31UHwZJHU?si=FSsueC9PmXFYB3Mv Dawn of Decay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xhazUc36BsQ Nosso Apartamento (Our Apartment): https://youtu.be/qjWEY9rAh0w?si=iqC_93E-8jkN7Mfl The Deployment: https://vimeo.com/700051096 PARAGON: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WOFMf9zuRnA 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com About me: 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you. 00:00:00 Horror Short Film Critiques 00:00:30 Film #1 (Trance) 00:04:57 Film #2 (LET ME IN) 00:11:14 Film #3 (Dawn of Decay) 00:19:53 Film #4 (Our Apartment) 00:29:24 Film #5 (The Deployment) 00:41:48 Film #6 (PARAGON) 01:01:03 Submit Your Film

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Thanks to Artlist.io, click here to get 2 months free with any annual plan - https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Get the script for this film here: https://standardstoryc.ck.page/oliverbrodyscript I'm planning this film in Milanote, get it for free with no time-limit: https://milanote.com/standardstoryco 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com About me: 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you. 00:00 Introduction 00:47 Story Coach 06:54 The heart of the story 07:56 The snowball of story fixes 12:35 The most important work we'll do 15:07 Key questions to ask yourself 15:45 Production updates!

The first 500 people to use my link https://skl.sh/standardstorycompany08241 will get a 1 month free trial of Skillshare premium! Big thanks to the filmmakers, give them a subscribe! No Such Thing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ztRa_MU--Kg Bombs Away: https://youtu.be/nxh8TBVCc80 Untitled Floating Mom Short: https://www.shortverse.com/films/untitled-floating-mom-short 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com About me: 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you. This video is sponsored by Skillshare 00:00 3 Short Films w/ Low Views 00:16 Film #1 Critique 16:17 Film #2 Critique 28:29 Film #3 Critique 43:37 Want to submit your film?

Get the full Blueprint at https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ Want to get started NOW? Here's a short version based on the tips I laid out in this video 👇: 1. Pick a location that you can film at for free, and give yourself a couple of rules for writing a story that takes place there (Ex. A genre + A random word or type of character to incorporate) 2. Start a 10 minute timer and GO. Write a story outline in bullet point format, following your set of “rules.” The rules & the timer will turn off the hyper-critical part of your brain and help get the story beats flowing. For now, just think about real concrete situations as the backbone for the story, not intellectual ideas, emotions, or anything else abstract. 3. Early on in this 10 minutes, figure out WHERE your story is going. What's the ending? Is it actually worth going there? Make the ending the strongest part of your film! 4. Once you have an ending you like, work backwards filling in the rest of your story beats knowing your main goal is to make that ending POP. If your other story beats aren’t making the ending work BETTER, they don’t belong in your outline. 5. Simplify the story as much as you possibly can, eliminate any tangents or side-quests or big backstories. Start the story as late as you can, you don’t need a 3 act structure, starting in the middle of a situation is fine, the audience will catch up/figure it out. 6. When you run out of time - evaluate your seed of a story. Do you like it? Keep working on it at your own pace - you’re already out of the woods! If you don’t like it or it’s not going anywhere, simply rinse and repeat until a story clicks. Hope this helps get you started! If you want more, The Instant Short Film Blueprint makes it even easier to write a compelling short film, guiding you step-by-step with tons of examples along the way. See how fun and straightforward writing a great short film can be: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 00:00 Writing Simple Short Films That Work 00:36 The 2 Biggest Mistakes 03:04 The Catch-22 of Writing Tips 04:54 Writing Games 07:08 My Instant Short Film Blueprint About me: 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

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Sign up to Milanote for free with no time-limit: https://milanote.com/standardstoryco Get the script for this film here! https://standardstoryc.ck.page/oliverbrodyscript 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. 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com About me: 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

Use code STANDARDSTORY50 to get 50% OFF your first Factor box plus 20% off your next month of orders at https://bit.ly/45QR06I Submit your own film by joining my newsletter (and waiting for the next call for entries): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ Thanks to the filmmakers, give them a follow! Admining: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FQ-lej-f5l4 A.S.K: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=03Xl-p5CNnY The Last Request: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZeUpIQUTRGc Bottled Treasure: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8whpu6MTlBE I'll Call You Back: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uaZdACzBSu0 Peanuts: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pNXjxS8nylw 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 00:00 Admining 07:13 A.S.K 14:35 The Last Request 22:56 LUNCH BREAK 24:18 Bottled Treasure 32:35 I'll Call You Back 41:09 Peanuts About me: 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

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Thanks to the filmmakers for sharing, give them a like & sub: Getting Dumped by Paul Laurora - https://youtu.be/4jw5W5Mcuv0?si=XPQEccOog_Gwjkx3 Grave Digger by Sam Mask - https://youtu.be/6Mqade5Vn0c?si=WVISbo6DIuNnoPLK Bloody Birthday by Mekhia Foster - https://youtu.be/6buLXAPQ0RQ?si=uLTtLpaflKYLcdu6 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com About me: 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you. 00:00 Introduction 00:49 Film #1 12:52 Film #2 18:45 Film #3

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Huge thanks to Jim Cummings and Julian Terry for contributing to this video. Follow them and watch their great films! Jim: https://Instagram.com/jimmycthatsme https://vimeo.com/jimmycthatsme Julian: https://instagram.com/julianmovies https://youtube.com/@JulianTerry 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com About me: 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you. 00:00 Breaking Into The Film Industry 01:52 Path #1 10:55 Path #2 12:38 Path #3 14:38 Path #4 18:23 Path #5 23:04 Closing Thoughts

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Thanks to Artlist.io, get 2 months free with any annual plan: https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com What is Standard Story Company? I'm Kent Lamm, an independent filmmaker living in Los Angeles. My goal with this channel is to help other filmmakers improve the storytelling in their films, and to be a home for my own work. 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 an editor, cutting videos for clients such as Apple, Netflix, and Beats by Dre. Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you. 00:00 Grateful for my film school rejection 00:19 My film school dream 04:14 Turning against film school 07:25 Artlist $100k Fund 08:34 Advantages of NOT going to film school 10:18 Advantages of GOING to film school 11:23 Dramatic Irony 12:49 A word about Rejection & Filmmaking

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📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Making these 3 low-budget short films taught me 3 huge lessons about filmmaking that apply to ANY level of film production. First-time filmmakers, if you take these 3 golden rules to heart, you can create an amazing film at any budget level, whether you're working solo, or with a team. Rent my filmmaking Starter Kit at BorrowLenses (save 20% on your first order w/ code "SSC20"): https://www.borrowlenses.com/rent/product/kent-lamm-starter-kit Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you. 00:00 Introduction 00:36 #1: Time vs Team 03:29 #2: Strengths vs Weaknesses 05:18 Renting Film Gear 06:16 #3: The Bulldog Spirit 08:31 The Heart of Darkness #filmmaking

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Thanks to Artlist.io, click here to get 2 months free with any annual plan - https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Support me on Patreon! Tons of bonus videos & private Discord & Discord access: https://www.patreon.com/standardstoryco Scoring your film is crucial for telling the strongest story in your film. Here's how I worked with composers, musicians, and stock music to score my films over the years. Thanks to Warren Wilcock for re-scoring my film. www.warrenwilcock.com 📬 Get my free filmmaking templates & bonus videos: https://www.standardstoryco.com/newsletter/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school Favorite templates & stock assets ($50 off annual plan): https://bit.ly/3xdowEg My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera/Lens - https://amzn.to/2QYkb6a B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Editing Laptop - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Data Storage - https://amzn.to/3etQClO Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you. 00:00 Introduction 00:43 Composer vs Musician 04:02 Scoring Will "The Machine" 05:54 Creating my own score 08:53 Scoring with stock music 09:55 Artlist 10:55 Music from creative commons libraries 11:43 Who wins? 12:10 Bad is Bad: re-scored

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The Little Helpers. A Christmas horror film. Here's how I made this short film: https://youtu.be/Ccyo-XjFJJU Shot on the Panasonic GH5s with the Lumix 12-35mm f2.8 & Olympus 60mm f/2.8 Macro. Written/Directed/Shot/Edited/Produced by Kent Lamm Starring: Bailey Wilson, Toni Figueredo, Jesse Laier Production Design: Toni Figueredo Production Assistants: Colby Severance, Ben Leake, Jesse Laier Music from Artlist.io (get 2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ Don't spend thousands of dollars buying filmmaking gear when you can get up and running for a fraction of the cost by renting. Renting cameras and other film gear is an excellent way to test the waters with different tools and brands, while also getting more production value in your project. Rent my filmmaking Starter Kit at BorrowLenses (save 20% on your first order w/ code "SSC20"): https://www.borrowlenses.com/rent/product/kent-lamm-starter-kit 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

Get $50 off a year of Motion Array (my favorite one-stop-shop for editing): https://bit.ly/3xdowEg I've been making short films since I was a kid, as well as a couple of no budget feature films, a ton of YouTube videos, a handful of unproduced feature scripts, etc. But I wasn't always so productive. In fact there were a couple periods on my life where I went over a year without making anything. In this video I discuss the biggest mindset shifts that broke my spell of chronic procrastination, and got me writing, making movies, and taking control of my creative life again. Here's the no zero days Reddit post I mention - https://www.reddit.com/r/getdisciplined/comments/1q96b5/comment/cdah4af/ Atomic Habits by James Clear - https://amzn.to/3NZUL0Q 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you. 00:00 Introduction 00:39 A reality check 01:16 Barrier #1 03:45 Barrier #2 06:11 Barrier #3 08:00 Motion Array 09:21 Never procrastinate again. 11:23 The truth about procrastination.

100k subs! Here's how I got here, and where I'm taking this channel in 2023. Thank you for following along 🙏 Subscribe for more videos to improve your storytelling through film. 📬 Get my free filmmaking templates & bonus videos: https://www.standardstoryco.com/newsletter/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school The best stock music (get 2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Favorite templates & stock assets ($50 off annual plan): https://bit.ly/3xdowEg My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera/Lens - https://amzn.to/2QYkb6a B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Editing Laptop - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Data Storage - https://amzn.to/3etQClO Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3AdVuWu My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ Here's one great way to write a story: start with an interesting character. Watch me create a character and story in (almost) real-time. I cut out the dead air but the original recording was 15 minutes. Not bad to get the bones of a character and story on paper from nothing! Hope this demystifies the writing process a bit. You could do this 5-10 times and probably have something you'd want to develop further into an actual film. 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

Get 2 FREE months of world-class stock music from Artlist: https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Let me teach you narrative film editing: https://standardstoryco.teachable.com/p/cut (On sale right now!! Take 50% off with code LAUNCH at checkout!) Get Adobe Premiere: https://prf.hn/l/DRYaXxz How do you make any music track perfectly time up to the key moments in your video or film? In this video I show my 3 most commonly used editing techniques to cut music and make the beat drop wherever I want in my edits. Subscribe for more videos to improve your storytelling through film. 📬 Get my free filmmaking templates & bonus videos: https://www.standardstoryco.com/newsletter/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school Favorite templates & stock assets ($50 off annual plan): https://bit.ly/3xdowEg My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera/Lens - https://amzn.to/2QYkb6a B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Editing Laptop - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Data Storage - https://amzn.to/3etQClO Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3AdVuWu My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you. 00:00 Introduction 00:16 100k?! 00:43 Getting started 01:00 Artlist 02:16 Importing music, 1st decision 03:15 Technique 1: Looping 04:51 Technique 2: Drop/Sound Up 07:07 Technique 3: Ringout

Wireless mic sets are everywhere now. Here's a showdown of 3 different kits. Find out which wireless mic is the best for filmmakers. I think the DJI Mic is the best all-round if you have the budget. The 7RYMS DW30 has the same features but is a bit clunkier; it's the smart choice if you're on a budget. The Comica Boom XU-QUA wins if you want to mic up a bunch of actors on the cheap. 7RYMS DW30: https://amzn.to/3yrBkY8 Comica Boom XU-QUA: https://amzn.to/3egCy1C DJI Mic: https://amzn.to/3ysFnn0 Smallrig Softbox: https://amzn.to/3TeDgLU Smallrig RC120B (light): https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Subscribe for more videos to improve your storytelling through film. 📬 Get my free filmmaking templates & bonus videos: https://www.standardstoryco.com/newsletter/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school The best stock music (get 2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Favorite templates & stock assets ($50 off annual plan): https://bit.ly/3xdowEg My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera/Lens - https://amzn.to/2QYkb6a B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Editing Laptop - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Data Storage - https://amzn.to/3etQClO Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3AdVuWu My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you. 00:00 Introduction 01:12 DJI Mic & 7RYMS DW30 02:35 Comica Boom XU-QUA 04:12 Prices 04:42 Setting up the shoot 06:05 High Noon: Time for the showdown 08:41 Showdown #2

Create a great ending for your film or story every time by writing it BACKWARDS. ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you. 00:00 Writing backwards 01:36 Example 1: Controller 03:52 What makes an ending great? 05:16 Example 2: The Cheater 07:36 What's the POINT?

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Get $50 off a year of Motion Array (my favorite one-stop-shop for editing): https://bit.ly/3xdowEg Let me teach you narrative film editing: https://standardstoryco.teachable.com/p/cut (On sale right now!! Take 50% off with code LAUNCH at checkout!) Get Adobe Premiere: https://prf.hn/l/DRYaXxz After years of editing for some of the biggest companies in the world, here are my top 5 tips to speed up your video editing workflow and finish your videos and films faster. The specific shortcuts I show are for Premiere, but the principles apply to all editing software. Excalibur plug-in (and other great plug-ins) here: https://www.knightsoftheeditingtable.com Subscribe for more videos to improve your storytelling through film. 📬 Get my free filmmaking templates & bonus videos: https://www.standardstoryco.com/newsletter/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school The best stock music (get 2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera/Lens - https://amzn.to/2QYkb6a B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Editing Laptop - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Data Storage - https://amzn.to/3etQClO Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3AdVuWu My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you. 00:00 Introduction 00:14 The Client 00:39 The Project 01:00 Tip 1: Reduce your options 02:43 Tip 2: Story first 04:52 Tip 3: Shortcuts & Excalibur 07:18 Tip 4: Delegate (to someone else, a tool, or yourself) 11:04 Tip 5: Templatize & Optimize 13:00 The Client returns.

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Links to everything I used for this office upgrade here - https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-office-studio-upgrade Everything else seen was in my original desk upgrade video - https://youtu.be/UjON6g4Sm9E Links to products used on my desk - https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup This project took about a week and $1k. It would have gone a lot faster if I didn't also have to film it. But now my office feels so much more spacious and it's just easier to get things done. Between the Wall Control pegboard and the freed up space in the cabinets, finding the gear/tools I need is so fast. And with the filing cabinet I don't have random papers sitting around anymore. I have a hard time being creative when my space is cluttered, so for me this was a good investment. Hope you get some inspiration for your own little office / workspace. For reference, my office is 10x7 feet. Subscribe for more videos to improve your storytelling through film. 📬 Get my free filmmaking templates & bonus videos: https://www.standardstoryco.com/newsletter/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school The best stock music (get 2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Favorite editing templates & stock assets ($50 off annual plan): https://bit.ly/3xdowEg My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera/Lens - https://amzn.to/2QYkb6a B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Editing Laptop - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Data Storage - https://amzn.to/3etQClO Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3AdVuWu My studio setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

Get 2 FREE months of world-class stock music: https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Thanks to Artlist for sponsoring this video! Getting your film SEEN in the Age of YouTube is a different game. Your title and thumbnail have a huge effect in how many people will watch your movie. Give your short film or feature it's best shot by optimizing your title and thumbnail and planning ahead. Thanks to John at https://www.chargefield.com for the interview. Subscribe for more videos to improve your storytelling through film. 📬 Get my free filmmaking templates & bonus videos: https://www.standardstoryco.com/newsletter/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera/Lens - https://amzn.to/2QYkb6a B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Editing Laptop - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Data Storage - https://amzn.to/3etQClO Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3AdVuWu My studio setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 00:00 Introduction 00:42 A mysterious visitor?! 01:25 Your film's title 06:31 Film titles on YOUTUBE 09:55 A message... FROM THE FUTURE 11:35 Posters, thumbnails, key art 12:27 Advice from a professional poster designer 15:01 Posters, thumbnails, key art - CONTINUED 17:01 Dude this is starting to feel invasive 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

The unplanned moments in films are often the most iconic. Learn how the pros adapt to obstacles & create room for spontaneity in their movies. Get 10% off Cinematch & start matching your cameras like a pro - https://www.cinematch.com/purchase/?promoCode=STANDARD 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 00:00 Bad is Bad 02:05 Short Films 04:52 Taxi Driver 05:30 Midnight Cowboy 06:27 Create the Unplanned 06:52 Cinematch 08:30 Blue Valentine 09:51 Schindler's List 10:24 P.T. Anderson 10:59 Conclusions 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

If you can't write a strong character, you can't write a strong film. Here are 3 fundamental building blocks for creating memorable, compelling characters in your films. Don't go screenwriting without them! 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you. 00:00 Introduction 00:38 Active Characters 03:29 Rule-Breakers 05:33 Strong Beliefs 09:32 Other Writing Considerations

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Did you know Christopher Nolan is one of the greatest no-budget filmmakers of all time? Here's how Nolan made his $6,000 debut feature film, FOLLOWING, launching one of the greatest writing and directing careers in Hollywood history. Get 10% off FilmConvert Nitrate: https://www.filmconvert.com/purchase/?promoCode=STANDARD Watch FOLLOWING - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O-W-eoRpRZQ 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you. 00:00 Introduction 00:42 Production 02:37 Lighting 03:10 Shooting on 16mm Film 04:26 FilmConvert Nitrate 05:44 Sound 06:47 Locations 08:00 Extras 08:15 Art Direction 09:22 Conclusions

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My best tips to immediately improve the dialogue in your screenwriting. I break down what separates good dialogue from weak dialogue, and demonstrate the differences so you can write memorable lines for your films. 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

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Get my film producing template immediately when you join my free newsletter here - https://standardstoryco.com/ Watch Last Laugh Inc. here - https://youtu.be/1VdFCiDpSdU Producing a short film is as simple as finishing a to-do list. Watch me do it, step by step. 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

This experiment changed the way I make movies. Harness the power of animatics in your own filmmaking. 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

So a guy walks into a joke store.... 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com Written/Directed/Shot/Edited by Kent Lamm Produced by Kent Lamm & Jesse Laier Starring: Sky Soleil - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1534043/ Jeff Galfer - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2164099/ Peter Larney - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6153016/ Tony Manna - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5753760/ Favorite editing templates & stock assets ($50 off annual plan): https://bit.ly/3xdowEg 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

Getting clean cinematic audio in your film doesn't have to cost a fortune. Here's my best tips and tricks for recording great audio as a low budget filmmaker. One thing I forgot to mention - get some decent over the ear headphones (not earbuds) to monitor your sound on set. This topic was too big for one video! Disclaimer: 7RYMS sent me their mics for free, but had no say over my review or how I featured them. The noise floor was higher than the DJI Mics, but they were reliable and I think they're a good value. Sound gear mentioned: 7RYMS Wireless mic kit - https://amzn.to/3FNgUvf DJI Mic kit - https://amzn.to/3NfSKMt Shotgun Mic - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Rode shotgun mic grip (updated version) - https://amzn.to/3wzpLN8 Boom pole - https://amzn.to/3wnCGl0 Tascam Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/436TI62 Takstar On-Camera mic - https://amzn.to/39Q1af0 Lav mic (cheap-o one) - https://amzn.to/3LiNGFE Over-ear headphones - https://amzn.to/3l8GWj5 Boom mic stand (heavy duty, big) - https://amzn.to/3sD2qZz Boom mic stand (cheap, smaller) - https://amzn.to/3LjMphE How to wire up a lav mic properly - https://youtu.be/Pbxy0OupNbA 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

If you're writing / directing your first short films, don't make the same mistakes I did! These are the 5 worst beginner filmmaking traps. 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you. 0:00 DON'T DO WHAT I DID 0:12 USING YOUR FIRST IDEA 1:23 MAKING A LONG SHORT FILM 2:53 BAD AUDIO 3:32 LOSING FOCUS ON ENTERTAINMENT 4:54 TRYING TO DO TOO MUCH

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Learn how to choose shots for a film and tell a story VISUALLY, by ruining Sam Mendes's masterpiece 1917 with your own shotlist / storyboard. Copy my shotlist template here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Iu3BPb-0afJ1PK2zy0aAS_TsVrfSzFjPwB8zCd_EWiA/template/preview 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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. Music: Opus One by Audionautix DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

Raising money for short films can be a big hurdle for filmmakers. After making a $25k short film, I got a lot of questions about how to finance a short film project, especially one with a larger budget. Here are 5 ways I've found funding for over 50 short films. I forgot to mention one thing in the video - if you aren't in a rush to film your project, and have the patience to fill out a bunch of applications, applying to filmmaking grants can be a great way to raise money for a film (although I've never done it myself). Try searching for short film grants on Google to find one relevant to your project. 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 00:00 Intro 00:15 Financing a Short vs. a Feature 00:40 Self-Funding 1:02 Splitting the Budget 1:50 Crowdfunding Platforms 2:22 Kickstarter Campaign Tips 5:10 Investors 8:33 Loans/Credit 9:45 What to do BEFORE raising money 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

A behind the scenes filmmaking breakdown of how we made our viral short film Will "The Machine". I briefly cover everything from writing, to financing, to production, post, and releasing the film. 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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. 00:00 Intro 00:25 Why Make This Film? 00:52 Writing The Film 01:30 Building The Team 03:24 Financing The Film 03:58 Shooting The Film 07:11 Post Production 07:46 Pickup Shoot 08:04 Finishing The Film 09:02 Releasing The Film DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

Location and setting is a powerful tool in filmmaking, and helps tell the story of the film. Enjoy these tips and examples of how location / setting can elevate storytelling in films - a must-have skill for screenwriters and directors. Shot on my iPhone in New York City. 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

Breaking down a powerful piece of filmmaking & screenwriting advice from Oscar-winning director / screenwriter Billy Wilder, with examples. 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 00:00 Billy's Tip 00:30 Credentials 00:45 Examples from Minari 02:50 The Audience As Collaborator 03:58 Example From My Film (too clear) 04:45 Example From My Film (doing it right) 06:17 Example From My Film (too vague) 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

Watch me transform my messy desk into a video editing / work from home / Youtube / productivity dream desk. With $1k in upgrades, my workspace is now an incredibly functional, clutter-free, and welcoming home office. LINKS TO ALL PRODUCTS USED IN THIS DESK BUILD HERE - https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup PART 2 HERE (upgrading the rest of my little office) - https://youtu.be/9orB3onStkU Please subscribe and help this channel grow. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 📬 Get my free filmmaking templates & bonus videos: https://www.standardstoryco.com/newsletter/ The best stock music (get 2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Favorite templates & stock assets ($50 off annual plan): https://bit.ly/3xdowEg Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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 for clients such as Apple, Netflix, and Beats by Dre. That hot royalty free music track: Surf Shimmy Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

Here are my top 10 tips for no budget filmmaking, that helped me make my first feature film "Bad is Bad" a success on only a $6k budget. 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

How I started working as a freelance video editor for Netflix with NO professional editing experience & quit my restaurant job in 3 months. Let me teach you narrative film editing: https://standardstoryco.teachable.com/p/cut (On sale right now!! Take 50% off with code LAUNCH at checkout!) Get Adobe Premiere: https://prf.hn/l/DRYaXxz Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 📬 Get my free filmmaking templates & bonus videos: https://www.standardstoryco.com/ The best stock music (get 2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Favorite editing templates & stock assets ($50 off annual plan): https://bit.ly/3xdowEg My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera/Lens - https://amzn.to/2QYkb6a B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Editing Laptop - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Data Storage - https://amzn.to/3etQClO Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3AdVuWu Lighting - https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo My studio setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

Finding cool film locations is one of the hardest parts of no budget filmmaking. Here's my system for finding the best locations for cheap. Websites mentioned- Peerspace ($50 off your first booking with this signup link): www.peerspace.com/claim/gr-D2xVDy2LZzkOa Giggster ($50 off your first booking with this signup link): https://giggster.com/r/klamm www.FilmEmporium.com 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

Want to make better films? Expensive gear and technical skills aren't the answer. Here's how I suddenly leveled up my filmmaking by working with more experienced collaborators. 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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 TV, Netflix, and Beats by Dre. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

Nobody believed my last short film was made with no crew and a $600 budget. In this video, I break down how I did it and my top 5 tips for making a film by yourself. 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

Getting your short film or feature into film festivals is tough, even with a strong film. Here's how I finally got accepted to a bunch of film fests. Get your free copy of my film festival spreadsheet to organize your own film fest strategy - https://standardstoryc.ck.page/filmfestspreadsheet 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 00:00 - Intro 00:47 - Your Film as a Package 05:16 - Getting Organized & Strategic 09:56 - Budgeting Appropriately 11:59 - Leveraging Your Network 12:54 - Standing Out 16:43 - Runtime/Programmability 18:40 - How It'll Be Easier Next Time 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

As a filmmaking challenge, I set out to make a short film every month for a year and post them on YouTube. It kinda changed my life. 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

Are you having trouble with a scene in your screenplay? Follow this screenwriting checklist to figure out what's wrong with it. 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you. 0:00 INTRO/BACKGROUND 0:45 START SCENES LATER, END SCENES EARLIER 3:01 INJECT MORE CONFLICT 5:10 STOP OVER-EXPLAINING 6:26 ADD SUBTEXT TO DIALOGUE 7:43 CHECK SCENE LENGTH FOR GOOD PACING 8:31 IS THE MOMENTUM OF THE STORY INCREASING?

A teaser trailer I made a couple years back for Standard Story's biggest short film to date - Will "The Machine". This teaser helped us raise part of the film's budget on Kickstarter. Watch the full film right here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OBz5euOYOIg Watch the final trailer here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6_Mbhe8aEjw Written/Produced by Kent Lamm & Chris Fornataro Director/Editor: Kent Lamm "Will" played by Chris Fornataro Director of Photography: Jeff Tomcho Thumbs up and subscribe to help this channel grow! 📬 Get my free filmmaking templates & bonus videos: https://www.standardstoryco.com/newsletter/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera/Lens - https://amzn.to/2QYkb6a B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Editing Laptop - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Data Storage - https://amzn.to/3etQClO Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3AdVuWu Lighting - https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo My studio setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

Short film cliches can ruin your film! Write a more original short film by avoiding these all too common filmmaking tropes. 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

Making your first short film can be scary and overwhelming. This crash course will get you ready to start shooting ASAP. If you want to start filmmaking, there are no excuses. Perfection is the enemy of progress, and you'll learn more by DOING, so take the advice in this video and start telling your stories. 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Some more useful links: Screenwriting - Writer Duet (first 3 scripts free) - https://www.writerduet.com/ Sound Effects - Freesound - https://www.freesound.org Free Music - YouTube Audio Library - https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UC/music Editing - iMovie (included on Mac) Editing - Da Vinci Resolve - https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/products/davinciresolve/ Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

I made a successful first film, but my next movie was a failure. Don't make the same mistakes on YOUR films. 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

Directing actors is simple with the right bag of tricks. Here are six directing tips to immediately get better acting in your films. 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you. Music credits: –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Mitsubachi by Smith The Mister https://smiththemister.bandcamp.com Smith The Mister https://bit.ly/Smith-The-Mister-YT Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/mitsubachi Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/0IgndUb1YQI –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Fluffy by Smith The Mister https://smiththemister.bandcamp.com Smith The Mister https://bit.ly/Smith-The-Mister-YT Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/stm-fluffy Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/OM9G3nyLT_w ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

I made a feature-length thriller for $6k that got over 7M views and earned back it's budget many times over. Here's my best advice for how to shoot a no-budget film yourself, and find an audience for it! 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco 📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

Another episode of a stop-motion animation series I was playing with. Ultimately these just take too long to make by myself so it's shelved for now. LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE Created by Kent Lamm Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera/Lens - https://amzn.to/2QYkb6a B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Editing Laptop - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Data Storage - https://amzn.to/3etQClO Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3AdVuWu Lighting - https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo My studio setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

A test episode for a stop-motion animation series I was playing with. SUBSCRIBE AND LIKE Created by Kent Lamm Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera/Lens - https://amzn.to/2QYkb6a B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Editing Laptop - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Data Storage - https://amzn.to/3etQClO Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3AdVuWu Lighting - https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo My studio setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

Chris Fornataro (Bad is Bad) and Denzel Whitaker (Black Panther) star in this brooding character portrait of an elite high school football star consumed by ambition. When Will faces defeat to an outsider in a series of races, the demons keeping “The Machine” running finally surface. www.WillTheMachine.com Film festival selections: Palm Springs ShortFest, New Orleans, Nashville, Flickers' Rhode Island, Florida & more Support us by shopping using our Amazon affiliate link- https://amzn.to/2SJgt0x Directed and Edited by Kent Lamm Starring Chris Fornataro and Denzel Whitaker, with Sky Soleil and Phil Tyler Written and Produced by Chris Fornataro & Kent Lamm Produced by John Trefry and James Mitchell Director of Photography - Jeff Tomcho Music by Matt Hutchinson Executive Producers - Denzel Whitaker and RJ Hendricks Co-Producers - Ellis Noble and Jeff Tomcho A Standard Story Company / 4WT Media / Blackmouf / Intrepid MediaWorks Production Filmed in Richmond, Virginia Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera/Lens - https://amzn.to/2QYkb6a B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Editing Laptop - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Data Storage - https://amzn.to/3etQClO Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3AdVuWu Lighting - https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo My studio setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

A man's lighter sparks memories across two generations. Written, directed, shot, and edited by Kent Lamm Starring: Peter Larney as Father Travis Grant as Son (Adult) Dylan McCullough as Son (Boy) Executive Producer - RJ Hendricks Associate Producer - Travis Grant Colorist - Casey Bohrnell Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com An Intrepid Mediaworks Production My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera/Lens - https://amzn.to/2QYkb6a B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Editing Laptop - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Data Storage - https://amzn.to/3etQClO Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3AdVuWu Lighting - https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo My studio setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

John agrees to pick up his friend Kyle's boots, not realizing he's putting his own life on the line... Stumbled across this old short film from college, made for kicks sometime around 2011-2012. I know we haven't released anything for a while, so enjoy! My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera/Lens - https://amzn.to/2QYkb6a B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Editing Laptop - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Data Storage - https://amzn.to/3etQClO Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3AdVuWu Lighting - https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo My studio setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

Watch the full film here: https://youtu.be/5Ziuk7D71eo Chris Fornataro (Bad is Bad) and Denzel Whitaker (Black Panther) star in this brooding character portrait of an elite high school football star consumed by ambition. When Will faces defeat to an outsider in a series of races, the demons keeping “The Machine” running finally surface. www.WillTheMachine.com Official Selection: New Orleans Film Festival 2019 Nashville Film Festival 2019 Palm Springs ShortFest 2019 Flickers' Rhode Island International Film Festival 2019 Florida Film Festival 2019 Edmonton International Film Festival 2019 DC Shorts Film Festival 2019 Virginia Film Festival 2019 Beverly Hills Film Festival 2019 Montclair Film Festival 2019 Cordillera International Film Festival 2019 (Winner - Best Drama Short) 307 Film Festival 2019 (Winner - Best Actor: Chris Fornataro) AFIN 2019 (Winner - Best Director, Best Editing) Grapevine Film Festival 2019 (Winner - Best in Show) & more Directed and Edited by Kent Lamm Starring Chris Fornataro and Denzel Whitaker, with Sky Soleil and Phil Tyler Written and Produced by Chris Fornataro & Kent Lamm Produced by John Trefry and James Mitchell Director of Photography - Jeff Tomcho Music by Matt Hutchinson Executive Producers - Denzel Whitaker and RJ Hendricks Co-Producers - Ellis Noble and Jeff Tomcho A Standard Story Company / 4WT Media / Blackmouf / Intrepid MediaWorks Production Filmed in Richmond, Virginia Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera/Lens - https://amzn.to/2QYkb6a B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Editing Laptop - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Data Storage - https://amzn.to/3etQClO Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3AdVuWu Lighting - https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo My studio setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

The thrilling conclusion to "The Flash Drive" finally brings Alex face to face with the man behind the camera. If you like our work please click subscribe and show a friend! Don't forget to thumbs up and let us know what you think in the comments! This is the final piece in our run of monthly short films (at least for now as we focus on writing another feature). We thank you for watching and hope you've enjoyed! Created by Standard Story Company Contact - KentLamm@gmail.com Director/Editor - Kent Lamm Writers/Producers - Chris Fornataro & Kent Lamm Alex Purvieu ("Gordon Bombay") - Garrett Coffey Sam Smith - Martin Head Mocha - Lanny Joon Cinematographer - Jon Schweigart Production Sound Mixer - Justin Pope End Credits Song - "Stranger" by The Vim Dicta Check out more of their music at www.thevimdicta.com Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera/Lens - https://amzn.to/2QYkb6a B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Editing Laptop - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Data Storage - https://amzn.to/3etQClO Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3AdVuWu Lighting - https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo My studio setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

**Mature Content** Part II finds Alex on a mission to take down the man responsible for the flash drive videos. Alex tracks down one of the victims who might be able to help him, but she has other plans... Subscribe to our channel for new short films of all genres the 1st of every month (plus the final installment of "The Flash Drive" coming March 1st). Don't forget to thumbs up and share if you enjoyed. And please let us know what you think in the comments! Created by Standard Story Company Director/Editor - Kent Lamm Writers/Producers - Chris Fornataro & Kent Lamm Alex Purvieu ("Gordon") - Garrett Coffey Lola - Brittany O'Neill Dubs - Chris Fornataro Cinematographer - Jon Schweigart Production Sound Mixer - Justin Pope End Credits Song - "Stranger" by The Vim Dicta Check out more of their music at www.thevimdicta.com Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com

The thin wall of a tent is the only thing separating Alexa from what lurks in the woods outside... but her greatest threat may be inside already. Subscribe to our channel for new short films of all genres the 1st of every month. Don't forget to thumbs up and share if you enjoyed. And please let us know what you think in the comments! Created by Standard Story Company Director - Chris Fornataro Writers/Producers - Chris Fornataro & Kent Lamm Alexa - Vanessa Lee Chester Jess - Stephanie Farugia Sarah - Pam Covington Cinematographer - Jon Schweigart Editor/Sound Mixer - Kent Lamm Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera/Lens - https://amzn.to/2QYkb6a B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Editing Laptop - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Data Storage - https://amzn.to/3etQClO Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3AdVuWu Lighting - https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo My studio setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

When Air Force veteran Alex Purvieu finds a flash drive, he doesn't suspect the world of trouble stored inside... Subscribe to our channel for new short films of all genres the 1st of every month. Don't forget to thumbs up and share if you enjoyed. And please let us know what you think in the comments! Created by Standard Story Company Director/Editor - Kent Lamm Writers/Producers - Chris Fornataro & Kent Lamm Alex Purvieu - Garrett Coffey Mike Mokara ("Mocha") - Lanny Joon Cinematographer - Jon Schweigart Production Sound Mixer - Justin Pope Production Design - Chris Fornataro End Credits Song - "Stranger" by The Vim Dicta Check out more of their music at www.thevimdicta.com Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera/Lens - https://amzn.to/2QYkb6a B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Editing Laptop - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Data Storage - https://amzn.to/3etQClO Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3AdVuWu Lighting - https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo My studio setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

It was supposed to be a quick Uber ride... See what can happen when a rideshare goes awry. Subscribe to our channel for new short films of all genres the 1st of every month. Don't forget to thumbs up and share if you enjoyed. And let us know what you think in the comments! Created by Standard Story Company Director/Cinematographer/Editor - Kent Lamm Writers/Producers - Chris Fornataro & Kent Lamm Tyler (Passenger) - Bryce McBratnie Henry (Driver) - Sky Soleil Production Sound Mixer - Justin Pope Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera/Lens - https://amzn.to/2QYkb6a B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Editing Laptop - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Data Storage - https://amzn.to/3etQClO Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3AdVuWu Lighting - https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo My studio setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

A winning lottery ticket in the hands of an ex-girlfriend makes for a complicated day. Subscribe to our channel for new short films of all genres the 1st of every month. Don't forget to thumbs up and share if you enjoyed. And let us know what you think in the comments! Created by Standard Story Company Director/Editor - Kent Lamm Writers/Producers - Chris Fornataro & Kent Lamm Chris - Chris Fornataro Shelly - Bailey Wilson Becky - Racheal Cain Stephens Cinematographer - Jon Schweigart Production sound - Sky Soleil Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera/Lens - https://amzn.to/2QYkb6a B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Editing Laptop - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Data Storage - https://amzn.to/3etQClO Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3AdVuWu Lighting - https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo My studio setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

Anything can happen when you let a stranger into your apartment building. Subscribe for more and please thumbs up and share if you enjoyed. Director - Kent Lamm Writer - Chris Fornataro Producers - Kent Lamm & Chris Fornataro Billy - Nick Marcone Man - Sky Soleil John - Thatcher Robinson Emily - Racheal Cain Stephens Cinematographer - Racheal Cain Stephens Production sound - Chris Fornataro Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera/Lens - https://amzn.to/2QYkb6a B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Editing Laptop - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Data Storage - https://amzn.to/3etQClO Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3AdVuWu Lighting - https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo My studio setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

He won too many times. The casino says he cheated. He says it was luck. An unexpected interviewer gets to the bottom of it. Please subscribe to our channel for new short films of all genres the 1st of every month. Don't forget to thumbs up and share if you enjoyed. And let us know what you think in the comments! Created by Standard Story Company Director - Kent Lamm Writers/Producers - Chris Fornataro/Kent Lamm Golfer - Chris Fornataro Jeff Herschfelt - Sky Soleil Cinematographer - Dan Chen Production sound - Racheal Stephens Score - Chris Fornataro Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera/Lens - https://amzn.to/2QYkb6a B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Editing Laptop - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Data Storage - https://amzn.to/3etQClO Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3AdVuWu Lighting - https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo My studio setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

A locally loved suburban family man has to pay for the worst thing he's ever done when two mysterious young criminals break into his home. Learn how we made this movie for only $6,000 - https://youtu.be/HoOEFGaIVb4 Instagram: www.instagram.com/standardstoryco Written by Chris Fornataro & Kent Lamm Directed/Edited by Kent Lamm Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com Bad is Bad is Standard Story Company's first feature length movie. It was written when we were 19 and shot when we were 20. Our total budget was about $6,000. We filmed it in 18.5 days in Richmond, Virginia in the summer of 2010 using the Canon 7d (which made up a quarter of our budget alone). This was one of the first feature films shot entirely on a DSLR, and one of the first to be distributed free on YouTube and Vimeo. IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1732563/ My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera/Lens - https://amzn.to/2QYkb6a B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Editing Laptop - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Data Storage - https://amzn.to/3etQClO Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3AdVuWu Lighting - https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo My studio setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.

Watch the full film here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gPN7UEWJ6VI A locally loved suburban family man has to pay for the worst thing he's ever done when two mysterious young criminals break into his home. HD/96 minutes Bad is Bad is our first feature length movie. It was written when we were 19 and shot when we were 20. Our total budget was about $6,000. We filmed it in 18.5 days in Richmond, Virginia in the summer of 2010 using the Canon 7d (which made up a quarter of our budget alone). My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera/Lens - https://amzn.to/2QYkb6a B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Editing Laptop - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Data Storage - https://amzn.to/3etQClO Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3AdVuWu Lighting - https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo My studio setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm Follow us on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/standardstoryco Business inquiries: standardstoryco@gmail.com Written by Chris Fornataro & Kent Lamm Directed/Edited by Kent Lamm 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. DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.