6 Easy Ways to Film Yourself AND Still Look Cinematic

A few easy tips to help you get a cinematic look in your films all by yourself.
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[@tristannich7715]

I used Da Vinci Resolve to edit!!

[@BullyParkerMaguire]

This video has the vibe of one that came out like 15 years ago on KZbin. Very cool!

[@Blahajstudios234]

SAME!!!

[@rockkyy_999]

I know its a bit irrelevant but which book were you reading in the video?

[@uncleryno86]

This is good to hear as I just downloaded that! Great work!

[@briefgreg3347]

Great talent.

[@premiumyoutubechannel2341]

Talking to yourself and keeping both characters in the same frame has to be the quickest and most simple guide. Thank you!!!!

[@sloppypoo-]

your welcome! 😃

[@teekeshwarsinha6377]

exactly

[@nandinijyoti4639]

Can you please tell which app did he use at 1:35...... Pls! Pls! Pls!

[@premiumyoutubechannel2341]

@@nandinijyoti4639 premiere pro

[@trungtonle7818]

@@nandinijyoti4639 Davinci Resolve

[@Sandyficslick]

This is definitely a sign for me to start cause the idea of making short films or making anything on my own was floating in my head. But I always chickened out. Brilliant video. Thank you.

[@nokill5784]

saaaame here I had a ptoject last semester to shoot an advertising and since then I love film making more than my major I may be able to connect these 2 tho

[@2model1]

me too i have a film in my head lol need a boost to start

[@InternetCity]

This had sorta a nostalgia feel to it. Can’t explain it. Great job!

[@boomcrayon]

Yeah it took me back to early days of youtube indie filmmaking content - like indie mogul fan kids who get into diy vfx/practical effects and stuff

[@STICKOMEDIA]

@@boomcrayon same!

[@enmarzz]

It feel like im watching breaking bad

[@ASqdrnDA]

The last thing to do is watch in 360p.

[@jeppyxderudar]

IKR!

[@ART.ALEXYS]

blown away by how i never thought the talking to yourself shot was SO simple-- as simple as a stack and crop---

[@lagoticaculona]

Right! I always wondered how they did it

[@TamaraChaos]

My problem with that is I never have anything to say. 😄 But in my videos I do do something similar.

[@zeemdotexe]

It is very simple but you gotta make sure the lighting stays consistent. Natural light tends to change and it can ruin the shot 🙌🏻

[@Pmccaff2009]

How does this shock anybody?

[@prcr364]

@@Pmccaff2009 Not sure, guess some people just gloss over it. I’m sure there’s something blaring obvious that I’m amazed by that I’ve never put much thought into.

[@alvideos2145]

And if your character does a drug, or gets hit on the head, or has a dream, or feels overwhelmed, you can back up while holding the camera and zoom in at the same time ( it creates a really cool effect ) . Also, if you are ever turning/panning a camera on a pedestal, use a rubber-band to turn it, it smooths it out and gets rid of the jerky-motion.

[@nuttyboy915]

Ive never done a single ounce of cinematography in my life, but seeing your vid from recommendations definitely did me wonders. Every trick you used here was AMAZING. You're a genius 0:39 Looks like a genuine scene from an old 80s movie

[@saraih776]

hahah i thought the same thing for that 0:39 seconds! lol

[@IAmYes.]

fr, my exact thoughts!

[@fabricofdreams.]

Could be the Breakfast Club lmao

[@biasedice6339]

i think it's also their hair.

[@biasedice6339]

i mean obviously their hair doesn't play a big part in it but i feel like it plays some part in how it looks. idk :3

[@justgidz]

I’ve been thinking of making my own projects of filming myself and this couldn’t have come at a better time. This is great!

[@albeeshobbies]

I love your string on the slider trick, looks smooth and professional. Also, lights placement plays a major role in making your films look cinematic.

[@originalni_popisovac]

no u dont u just like it

[@clarisse_spence]

May I ask what did you use to pull the string?

[@tristannich7715]

I have a new tutorial video out now!

[@EmptyAngelo]

For a beginner, what tripod and camera do you recommend to make ones own music videos??

[@malleomusic]

What video editing app are you using

[@EmptyAngelo]

@@malleomusic Just iMovie on my Macbook Pro. I'm more of a music creator, but like to start branching out into music videos.

[@malleomusic]

@@EmptyAngelo aye what drugs are you taking man are you okay

[@malleomusic]

@tristanNitch

[@Paskoalee]

Impressive. Judging by your skills, the 90's aesthetic of this video was definitely on purpose. At least, it gives me the impression that this wasn't filmed in 2021, or even this century. The tips are top notch as well. Congrats, man.

[@franfran1408]

It's giving 2000s indie film vibes for me

[@casluvs]

@@franfran1408 YES

[@fearlesspie1314]

It’s like this because of the quality of camera

[@johnnyc.5979]

And his 80's haircut made it even more convincing.

[@noahfletcher3019]

​@@fearlesspie1314not true. It's like that because of the lens and color grading and effects

[@Oloraonoa]

The room, the music, all feels very British. In any of those shots I was expecting Jason Statham to pop out and ask you to go with him to rob a local mafia boss. Really nice!

[@justinkessen3169]

The color grading gives 90s teen movie vibes, what camera and lens did you use?

[@tenaciousbeatbook]

I wanna know me tooooo

[@Serufi]

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[@mariyastoyanova31]

Yes!! I love it.

[@Ingewikkeld92]

I’m curious too!

[@user-ux1vj9vx7s]

Probably a Canon Rebel

[@14bqdonk]

100k subs only? Underrated

[@trinitymette7586]

The mirror shot is super creative!! I'll definitely have to try that out sometime!! Great video! Thank you!

[@deadsetondreams1988]

It reminds me of how Gus Vant Sant shoots sometimes

[@Hotcommodity24]

1:26 took me 10 years but you finally showed me how to do it THANK YOU 🎉🎉🎉❤

[@leonaleonis]

Can't wait to try this out. Love the moving scene one super cool for keeping things exciting in a more static video style.

[@evk-1350]

Feels like some 2000's movie

[@nobackgroundmessage]

I can´t wait to try it either. Looks amazing!

[@BarknoorZ]

Love this, the selfie stick one looks like it could be used for a music video

[@Guilherme-Ribeiro597]

Smashing Pumpkins - 1979 captures the Selfie Stick vibe

[@BarknoorZ]

@@Guilherme-Ribeiro597 I just watched the music video- I loved it so much. Definitely going on my playlist. I was thinking of Christian Leave - 10 Steps when I commented about this.

[@Guilherme-Ribeiro597]

@@BarknoorZ Just listened to "10 steps" and it's a really good, upbeat song. The selfie stick camera is definetely there, too!

[@dalmore4832]

Love this comment sections energy - you’re wholesome!

[@kflecha1]

Super Talented boy! 🤯🙌🏽💙✨

[@essenceezell5215]

You've taught so much of what other content creators hold back on, or take forever just to explain, in this short video by keeping it simple/easy to understand with your examples. Thank you! 😄💕🙏🏾

[@yhwhlungs]

I really admire your artistic and film grainy style in your videos. It makes them stand out and look amazing. I enjoy watching your content and I hope you keep creating more! ❤

[@shina7418]

did you use any color grading in this video or this is how your room's lightinf actually looks? because it's the ambience i always wanted to achieve but could never

[@meki_]

most likely colour grading, especially considering this channel is very film/video editing-oriented !

[@grainz]

tell me if you found anyhting too, i soooo wonder

[@cateye9922]

With tip five (pt 2), I've done it so many times but it's always a gamble for me because the lighting between the two clips is often different, so the split is pretty obvious :( I try to film with minimal times between the videos, don't change anything in the background, and film inside without any natural light interfering as much as I can, but the lighting is always inexplicably different >:/

[@JustMe-qs2xy]

Were there times where it looked good & natural ?

[@DatVex]

flim in the same spot as you flimed the first shot and then go to your editor invert it to make it point the other way.

[@cateye9922]

@@JustMe-qs2xy Yeah, sometimes it looked okay. Recently it's just been playing up.

[@cateye9922]

@@DatVex Hmm, thank you, I'll try that.

[@LemonLoafEucharist]

If ur in iphone hold down for a sec and itll lock the exposure. That’s probably ur problem :) I’m sure other phones have this option but I just use iPhone so it’s all I know.

[@pigeonegg1429]

as someone whos literally never done this before and doesnt plan on it thanks so much this waa incredibly helpful

[@aokoi]

this is very creative and actually seems simple enough and fun to do! will attempt in the future.

[@Followcanaryyellow]

Finally found one that gets me the crap I need.. all these other people wanna here themselves talk for 15 about their channel and don't even show you the video.. thank you !! 👏🏽👏🏽

[@Imanthemodelcitizen]

This is sick, I watched it 3 time just thinking of how I should incorporate these shots in my short film, thank you!✨

[@leylandlynxvlog]

You're insanely talented, and immensely photogenic. Thank you for the tutorial, I'm off to have a conversation with myself and try out the technique.

[@xMoDzProductions]

I like how there was no talking, just simple text instructions and a bouncy back beat 👌🏻

[@jovieasyrof2017]

the most informative 2:30 minutes videos I've seen in my entire life!

[@adventurecoalition3690]

Great tips, presented in a fun energetic way. Thank you 🙏

[@TonyMoore2301]

Literally I've found something that I didn't look for, but It's pure gold

[@enmarzz]

Truly deserved a sub! Simple tutorial, no talking and straight to the point!

Straight to the point, no unnecessary talking, the title isn't misleading....thank you Sir Tristan!

[@yanalavrentievaenglish]

This looks great, man! Keep posting things like this pls!

[@SurfNinja92]

Starting my channel officially. No fancy mics or equipment so I enjoy these practical tricks.

[@mawllous]

This video is amazing on its own. I thought I was watching some old style videos for a moment. Amazing skills!!!

[@lookatmyright]

You're obviously that cool dude that gets underappreciated in school.

[@discardedbandaid]

This is so simple and well made! Ty!

[@kurapikaproductions]

You Rock , i thought that i am watching a video in 1953 , Thank you so much for everything . keep up the good work !!

[@arvin8050]

please make more tutorial videos. this was amazing, quick and straight to the point like why can't all tutorials be like this

[@makotosarutobi4682]

Simple and perfect... I wish there were more videos like this on KZbin.

[@FilmSureelist97]

This is super cool. I love the that 70s show smoke circle effect you did and also how you cloned yourself in the talking to yourself shot. You’ve got the tools to be a filmmaker 🙏🤜🤛

[@JassiMATRIX]

Thank you❤

[@liamteehee]

This is such a “no bullshit, helpful and well put together” video. Subscribed and hit the bell 👍

[@KingaGorski]

Ooooo I always wondered how to get the convo pt 2 edit! Cheers on that 👏

[@Ste_phanieo]

I love these! So simple but they make a huge difference. I can’t wait to try these out 😊

[@KarolHonorato]

OMG. This is now one of my favorite videos on the internet!

[@cinephilebuddy464]

I love your work . I just request you to upload frequently , Once in a week is all I need .

[@JairusC]

Lowkey was expecting this tutorial to turn into an unexpected twist because of the way you smiled at the camera in step 2 with that cut.

[@sarahwangofficial]

Absolutely love these tips, especially the mirror tip! Sooo dreamy. You gave so much value and I can’t wait to elevate and make my content more interesting!

[@BerbagaiCara89]

Ni hao maa, Ni Jiao Shen Me mingzi?

[@flahboi]

My man really rockin' with those 70' style

[@Brenosaldanhas]

O cara não disse uma palavra e fez um vídeo melhor que muita gente

[@Spitflies]

Great video on filming tips, and I love the color grading. But man that song just makes it. The snare hits sound like actual notes I love it.

[@mariat2581]

Great video! What's the camera you're using?

[@JustAsk.]

This has to be one of the coolest demonstrations of film. Thanks for sharing!

[@milagrosmino7513]

This video inspired me to just get up and film something for once and for all. Thank you, also, could you please share what program do you use for editing and color grading?

[@LindaKillgore-r2c]

You have a way of making everything seem easy!

[@sanjuchemmati]

And the whole video is cinematic 😌

[@YM-zf8mt]

Wow finally some KZbin content that’s actually good AND not a short ! Amazing !

[@toinstallmlbb2705]

One thing you forgot to mention is to have a cinematic background or cinematic room in your case😭

[@hilohelo6013]

This video is the epitome of cinematography .

[@chloekitching]

Just found your channel, your videos are so dope! Keep creating dude

[@filmcourage]

Very cool, especially the mirror trick.

[@thefloppykangaroo1984]

great video. what software do you use to make your films?

[@Rasmus7th]

i also want to know

[@anupamroy1771]

This video has such a late 90s tone to it, specially with the drums sound track―even the hairstyle n a white Tshirt

[@maxmercado3822]

0:42 anime characters going insane

[@Soumyajit2.0]

"Dont't tell, show what want to show" great !!

[@j_galoma1013]

Step 1: Get a camera.

[@kafkaesk_]

Step 2: Buy a selfie stick with 3 legs 😅

[@PILATESDILEMMA]

@@kafkaesk_you mean tripod wtf bro selfie stick with 3 legs 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Puti-Destroyer]

I am poor 😢!

[@sadiaafrinyou5316]

​@@Puti-DestroyerSame mate😢 💵- first step

[@kanwaljeetsingh3195]

I have nikom z6 and sony

[@rkberg]

Great vid! I mostly enjoyed the "Tip Three Use a Minor" part.

[@grof6634]

This is feeding my narcissistic tendencies

[@stickah]

*remember watching this before, still love it*

[@nathananderson8720]

This is one of the channels that gave me the courage to start my KZbin channel 8 months ago about self development. Now I have 1,206 subs and > 1,000 hours of watch time. I know it’s not comparable with others but I’m still proud I started because I’ve been learning so many lessons that I could haven’t learned without getting started in the 1st place.

[@kikiwithkaykay]

Man I’m loving this! I’m definitely taking these pointers and trying them. I didn’t even realize how easy it was

[@letterstolea]

I’m a newbie vlogger. So glad I found this!!!

[@bigjoey1114]

Just out here making an insanely helpful video without saying a word. You, sir, are dope.

[@prudievibes]

Short and straight to the point... Thank you ❤️‍🔥

[@MariaTurner-g9h]

This video made everything seem simple!

[@BrainlezDope]

First time viewer here and I’m actually glad I clicked on this video. I stumbled upon this video by searching “how to make a video” and I’m glad I accidentally clicked on yours. Not only did I learn a few things, the video was amazing, tips were helpful, and the music was great, no one I’ve watched recently has that going for them. Overall the video was very creative and I enjoyed every last second of it.

[@RKVClawFILMS02]

Aspiring director here, thank you!

[@beanie855]

Thank you so much! As a high school student taking screen and media classes and someone who just enjoys film in general this is so useful to me :)

[@gatitosdefresa]

This is amazing! I’m obsessed with the 80’s/90’s teen movie vibe 😩💕

[@rhyswong8976]

This video is so 90s style. I love it

[@yaasmeeee]

So cool. 90s vibes

[@ww.darling]

i love this sm

[@yoursubconscious]

put in my "watch later" coz it means I will likely keep it for years. You da man!

[@charliekelly735]

This video has a very unique style. You're going places.

[@nickinthecutt]

love this!

[@Rythoanimates]

such a brilliant idea!!

[@r.g125]

I wished this video was there when I was 9 yrs old but it still helps

[@yuh6840]

Very informational. not a loads of bs. i learned a lot. Great job, man.

[@Ploky25]

Seeing this makes me appreciate Bo Burnham more. Thanks for the useful tips!

[@TheCvlt]

This has old youtube vibes and I love it

[@TNGraFix]

This video is so much comfortable to watch. Nicely done mate!

[@FilmwColleen]

Great, succinct video.🧡

[@zaidapd]

Man, what a professional! I love all the tips

[@joshuakarthikr]

Thank you for this! So helpful! :o

[@hellishsnake]

The video itself looks like a intro to a movie of the early 2000s, amazing man

[@lighthouse6543]

Great tutorial, you really have talent!! I liked the color grade on this video

[@tikiortaka]

I am leaving a place I stayed for almost 7 years alone and want to shoot something to remember my time here. Thanks for the tips. Much Love.