Life Of Riza: A Video Breakdown

[@LifeOfRiza]

Great breakdown Sam! As for the "set up" shots - that's the filmmaking aspect to my videos i like to incorporate and I would say my vlogs are more of a hybrid :)

[@SamDawson]

Thanks Riza! - love what you’re doing for the platform!

[@eloreneloreneloreneloreneloren]

Yeah you break KZbin rules and waste people's time

[@Spiritofabrand]

⁠​⁠​⁠@@elorenelorenelorenelorenelorenu waste more time by projecting aimless anger through empty critiques 🙌 “keep the hate in your mouth, buy it drinks, keep it fed”

[@1HandyGuyMJ]

I agree with the crater. I watch more KZbin than “TV” so I always have the idea that I am watching something for entertainment. To me it’s like watching a movie or a tv show. Real or fake isn’t as important as long as it isn’t made to look real and it’s all pre staged. Great job both Riza and also great breakdown.

[@sinalozangwa8945]

@@eloreneloreneloreneloreneloren and you watch it?

[@CyrusNorth]

After 12min of discovering you, I'm already a fan. Super interesting, great personality, real value added. I love it.

[@CozyRobi]

I came for a video about Life of Riza and stayed for you. You’re a natural and this is a great break-down. You talked about all my questions and thoughts about her video 👏🏽👏🏽

[@pippacarron1861]

Agree totally. I find Riza ponderous and boring, and Sam made her seem even more so.

[@Le-Voyage-Du-Heros]

Not sure he's a natural- pretty sure there's a lot of work there to make it look natural. Though I join you 100% on the came of Risa, stayed for him; I actually got tricked into watching this video because I thought this was a video from her with the Thumbnail! No hard feelings, was worth it 🙂‍↕

[@CozyRobi]

@@Le-Voyage-Du-Heros True! It’s definitely a lot of work, but just loved the way he explained things I was wondering about in such a fun way.

[@CozyRobi]

@@pippacarron1861 If you have nothing nice to say…

[@MarcioDelgado1]

Right now Life of Riza is one of my favourite channels. It is cinematic storytelling and refreshing to see someone not doing what everyone else is doing when it comes to the way KZbin wants you to make videos. 👏🏼

[@NarveeStudios]

This was a great video! Keep doing these break down, also curious about music breakdown theories too. U had good observation there too.

[@ExJwMJ]

9 months later. And KZbin brought your video back to me. Why the F aren’t you more than 10k subs????? What the heck bro? Your videos are 🔥

[@ranzocampo]

I love to see real raw authentic youtube videos that show mundane daily things and people's experiences. I am documenting my life and it has been a true inspiration to some people, especially I am going through my self-journey at the moment. A lot of people can relate to that and people are tired of these fake influencers who are just chasing $$$, instead of them chasing money they should be chasing inwards...

[@SamDawson]

Spot on! Thanks for sharing!

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

So I made my first comment half way through. Just finished. I hate it when people self promote their own content on someone else’s channel… BUT… I am also breaking half of KZbin’s own rules and prove that it can work. Also, I’d have given up or got burnt out a long time ago if I was just chasing the algorithm and not making videos I cared about. Ok. Monologue over. Keep up the great work!

[@frombrisa]

I just recently found her videos and I want to get into film. Her films are so inspiring and this breakdown was really cool to watch.

[@Mina_Aghaei]

About her filming on the rush, as an audience I knew that it's not authentic, but I was happily shocked about the effort she has put in to filming that. So, I really enjoyed it 🎉

[@7838881411]

Bro I burst out at the table scene, you are hilarious

[@iamrizalhalim]

Sam, loved your breakdown! Your video in itself was as exciting as Riza’s 😂 I’m a new fan of Riza and she inspires me to create cinematic vlogs now - which is why I loved your point on the “set up” shots. As a viewer, I get sucked in to the narrative and visuals but when I try or plan to replicate these in my actual life, it makes me go “how the heck can I set up those angles when I’m ACTUALLY rushing!” 😂😂 I’d probably do it your way (handheld) but Riza’s reply also helps remind me that it’s partly filmmaking and those need planning! Thanks for these videos and breaking the rules of KZbin!

[@JoshuaKagi]

The production value of the rushed scene, was jarring. Having some sense of the amount of effort it takes to pull off several of those shots and the lack of authenticity to the actual story did pull me out of the moment a bit. I wonder how many non-creators noticed though? It does drive the story well. That said, like the iMac and the notes, Riza is a vibe. Her style is so refreshinging and inspirational. Thanks for this breakdown. You've articulated so much that I love about her work.

[@allianne]

13:12 I love how your breakdown incorporate how the video was actually filmed! Please keep incorporating more of this reality because as a viewer i sometimes think to myself the speed and accuracy to get the shot in one take so anxiety inducing 😂

[@GregaryLuks]

you are a breath of fresh air man. great vid. tons of useful info here but delivered in a way where i feel like part of the convo and not being 'talked at'

[@stupefyfilms8052]

Hi Sam, First, I would like to point out, your breakdown was great! Second, thank you for speaking on the connection of the music and how she delivered her content with montage and then her words and back to montage. You often hear people talk about how video editing and music kind of coincide but I haven't seen any that broke it down where I've understood it exactly. Finally, If this video is any indication on the rest of your content, I'm subscribing. Really really well done!

[@KrisiStark]

I'm so glad I found your channel, I could cry! I've been looking for this for years, and I love Life of Riza's channel.

[@markus_rut]

INSANE: Just noticed that in the lights on/ lights off scene she even turned her head AND eyes with the beats of the track.

[@weemite]

I’ve followed her for a couple years. Her style definitely speaks to me and as I’ve been on this path to developing my own voice and videos there are techniques she uses I hope to capture. I’ll be watching a few more of your videos and will be checking out your course. Thanks.

[@motivational_crib]

I absolutely loved your video! You are so funny and enjoyable to watch! I discovered Risa a week ago and followed her 1 minute into her first video. It s cinematic, sweet and a breath of fresh air!

[@kardelenakkus1329]

When I was watching the last seen, I also had the same feeling about authenticity. But on the other hand, it did not bother me because she is obviously having a scenario and so many creative thoughts that you almost watch her videos as you were watching a short film. I find her sincere for wanting to document her life, and while doing that putting all the skills and creativity into it since it is also her passion and profession, which escalates the sense of the moments of her life, ie. you could feel more of the excitement. Love her content and great breakdown.

[@ryparks]

The algorithm suggested this to me. So congrats! And thanks! This video was awesome!

[@pixelzebra8440]

I like how he praises her work while also giving constructive feedback

[@KARATEbyJesse]

Dude you're so good at this!!! Keep it up

[@REALFLAMBO]

Pacing is such a key element of cinematic vlogging! Great video

[@AngAlexDaily]

When she’s running in the hallway- I like it. I just feel like I’m watching a movie and it’s relatable

[@davidrichardsonYT]

love it, subbed

[@mcrathenn]

Your videos are quickly becoming must watch KZbin for me. Keep them coming!

[@sirijantey]

I love how you break it down, is like another story within story! Very entertaining, Super great done job 👏

[@FranqitoM]

Watching all your videos, keep it going!

[@vimalpatra1440]

Your breakdown was great. Riza's video awesome! And yeah the question you asked - I prefer authenticity of the moment and you're right if she'd shoot it handheld or even if selfie style running when she's late. It looks a lot real because the audience knows otherwise that it's all a setup and she's not late. She probably has 2 hrs left to plan the shots and do everything on time and get a shoot done before she goes on to pick someone and the home makeover and cleaning up was also probably done over a couple of days. Nobody gets their cleaning started and films it perfectly and also hopes to finish it in hours. It's a nice cinematic film but feels unauthentic in that sense.

[@sanjaysingha]

I have been watching Kariza'a channel for some time and I have just fallen in love with the videos. Being a filmmaker I know how hard it is. Also I have been watching your videos too. They are super fun. I just loved how you explained everything in the video. I don't know how to say this but, thank you so much. ❤

[@thatvideomom]

loved that breakdown sam! thanks :) i've been following riza for over 3 years and i'm so happy her channel finally blew up so more people see how talented she is! 😍

[@TheADHDM]

Sam, for manifold ADHD and Autism reasons, I have a lot of trouble visualizing the finished product when I'm thinking of a shot. Likewise I have trouble looking at a shot and reverse engineering it. However, I desperately want to shoot more intentionally, and the hours of videos I've watched on rules of cinema, lighting, and everything else are missing something I need. You speculating at a process like this and showing, more or less, how it would be done, in addition to saying WHY it's being done that way and what it's accomplishing, is seriously bridging some gaps for me. You've nudged me into storyboarding for the next video. Easy sub. Thank you.

[@AlterLoy]

while going through the day i was thinking about your videos, so now in the evening i came back and suddenly i saw '3,63k subs´. wtf, i had to double check. keep it up, fantastic work all around! i hope you are aware and confident that it is only a matter of time until the big numbers come, i have zero doubts!

[@SamDawson]

Thanks so much man!

[@BuongiornoEgitto]

man i wish i could buy shares of your channel because your gonna 100x i love your humour you remind me finzar a bit and your analysis is really clean and perfetta. grande

[@wawahals]

“Filming while driving, naughty naughty” and that face expression from start to end 😂 that got me laughing so hard! Great break down Sam! 😂

[@JoshuaNgMusic]

I was able to suspend my disbelief in the 3rd act and thoroughly enjoyed that video. It was so well made and thanks for breaking it down.

[@Liddyart]

Wow, definitely would not know from a film maker aspects. You did such as good job showing everything! Would not think of the 'non-authentic side' as I just enjoy watching her videos because they are so relaxing. This being said, she is truly talented. Not only a filmmaker, storyteller but also an actress! Much appreciate both you and all filmmaker efforts in making videos~

[@AlCaldejon]

You're genuinely too funny bro. 🤣 14:20 never thought a breakdown video would crack me up that good.

[@sarahjoybrittain5009]

Thanks for the amazing shopping trolley demo and the valuable rhythm/sound design segment. I agree the 'running late' narrative seems inauthentic. Riza does a great job, especially with her tracking shots! ◡̈

[@AidanMalik]

Your video breakdown really helping me learning to write a better script and editing. Thankyou soo much Sam! Keep it up!

[@lifeofznx]

Someone make a break-down of sam's video's, that would be a dope video idea

[@camerondstewart]

Then sam breaks down their break down

[@dylanmeaney4872]

And then someone breaks down the break down of Sam’s break down of a break of Sam’s video

[@SBEtherwave]

@ 10:21 that scene in some ways reminds me of scenes from The Queens Gambit on Netflix

[@studio.leonardo]

These breakdowns are phenomenal. You both share the frustrations we have trying to appease the algorithm but at the same time make it feel possible to break "the rules". It's a journey I am working on myself but I love the films you produce. Keep it up!

[@JudesKetchup]

I loved your video. Beautiful and inspirational message at the end, and very useful breakdown as a filmmaker ! Thx so much !!

[@acagnoprod]

I think you are totally right about the sense of urgency being undermined by the "set-upped" shots. of course it's about style and being engaging, but you shouldn't use style if that goes against what you are telling (i.e. being late) and it's the same if that's tv, cinema, or vlogs: doing the right decision and not just doing the coolest one, should be the filmmaking's way.

[@ranplan]

Your videos are so creative and motivating. Love this breakdown. And she is awesome.

[@InnerPeaceSounds]

Perfect breakdown! Very informative and entertaining at the same time ❤

[@thgrthendowski]

i saw this thank you now i can learn from your videos

[@tekendo]

Amazing video Sam! I just found your chanel and I am loving your last videos. Keep it going! 💪🏼

[@Jamielimyinyin]

Huge fan of Riza but as a fellow filmmaker this was HILARIOUS, also because I could totally relate to what you were saying 😂 the amount of effort it takes to create a shot is insane. Respect to you and you’ve got yourself a sub!

[@wedoplayer]

At 4:17, I started liking you and at 13:56, you won my heart and earned a subscription. Really nicely produced breakdown, entertaining and informative. Looking forward to your future videos.

[@khairiljumat9502]

Had to stop midway through the video to say, this is a very good breakdown

[@ProjectRoulette]

The amount of times that I loled while watching this video!! 😂Thanks for your great humor, Sam!

[@augystudio]

And regarding the: not wanting to be late to pick up your significant other from the airport - I totally relate, I want to be there and greet them as they come out from the door in arrivals :)

[@sarahwhyld5596]

Sam, I love your humour.

[@Udaysharma32]

ONLY CHANNEL TEACH YOU HOW KZbinRS MAKE THERE VIDEO STEP BY STEP, LOVE IT.

[@eighty9]

Great video Sam. Don't ever stop this series. Here's are some creators you should make breakdown videos on Ryan ng films Bernardo Bacalhua Gawx Art Max Reisinger Colt kirwan.

[@SamDawson]

Gawk Art is amazing.. will deffo do one for him. And will check out the others too!

[@harshxtag]

i just discovered your channel from the casey neistat video. this is the second video i've watched and you're already on my top 15 youtube creators. AND I NEVER COMMENT! i must've really liked your channel! please please please keep making more videos like these. alr cheers! onto the next video. gonna binge watch the shit out of your channel.

[@SamDawson]

Thanks so much mate, great to have you!

[@cynlagos]

Dude, you're are so genuinely hilarious! I love the transparancy and bits you put together. Up next, I would love to see you dissect your own videos- Inception!

[@jimmy_3.0]

Seriously can't believe how crazy good this video is! It's genuine, it's funny and it's informative! Bravo.

[@minusvids]

Wow thank you for breaking it down, this will help my future video. I'm also a fan of Riza. Now I'm your fan also. 😊

[@tomrenegadefilms]

Mate, I thought you wrote and presented this so well, and I genuinely laughed at the gags. Keep it up!

[@aramatkinson]

That trolley into the studio wall was amazing. Loving your films sam!

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

This was incredibly well made. Bravo my friend.

[@JCRoShow]

i love your videos man! and I agree the 3rd act was shot with priority on vibecliche and not as authentic as an actual airport pickup(and we can feel it). to be fair I think it comes with age, a younger version of myself would be just as concerned with propping up narrative / presentation… but now that I’m older any inauthenticity reeks and I can’t not see/feel it. A possible fix for 3rd scene could have been quicker cuts all around so we don’t have time to think about it’s clear she set up her angles… quicker like an old dobrik ending would cut to the chase and deliver same emotion… the odd depth and nuance of these thoughts, decisions, and convos is underrated and deeply appreciated Thanks for always opening good conversations Sam! 👊🏻

[@JCRoShow]

oh and also I’m def signing up for the course! ❤️

[@SamDawson]

Yeah man that’s a great point ! I too probably woulda shot the sequence like that when I was younger.. ( might do a video critiquing my own old vids! ) - thanks for the idea lol

[@MaidenDrops]

13:39 as someone who just recently found her channel i can say that some parts may not look authenticbut it's story telling. it's like watching a movie,it's like reading a book. it's her life story.And yes it is very interesting to watch creative people like her. i dont even ask why does her vid got so many views.i cant tell by the first 30 seconds

[@acousticsessionskaraoke]

this is interesting content and very helpful, i love riza's creations too.

[@Kljuc13]

I watched the first 3 minutes of the video and immediately subscribed. Thank you for such a good video in a forest of people copying some KZbinr. To be different, to be interesting, to be incredible, to give 110% of yourself so that the video goes in the direction you imagined. And on the other hand, to make the viewer enjoy watching and the knowledge we discover together. Pure gold!! As a KZbinr, thank you from the bottom of my heart!! You've made my day !

[@BebeJayeola]

I thoroughly enjoyed this breakdown. It was insightful, but the last bit was also motivational. Thank you.

[@BenGoshawk]

Love this! Do you do roasts?

[@MuslimBestLife]

Great breakdown, yeah, my first thought when seeing your breakdown of her vid, there's no way this was done in a time crunch with that level of production value. Great story telling and aesthetics on her part, but man, if I were trying to get things done, it wouldn't be with multiple angles of storytelling cinematography, lol. A bit like bullet journaling, some people actually just run their day, while others design a journal to showcase on pinterest that would never be scalable for the actual task at hand.

[@coachablecontent]

Three minutes in and I’m talking to myself about how awesome you are. Subscribed.

[@afewmominutes]

Great breakdown. I stumbled across Riza's channel a few months ago, great to see something different and more authentic than most attention grabbing in your face content we see everywhere. I have now stumbled across your channel as well, great stuff!

[@skadventureschool]

Great job Sam! I am starting my YT channel and wanted to learn from Riza and your video came up. Thanks for the detailed explanation!

[@victoriaveeart]

What makes a big difference is that the way women creators (in general) edit in her niche and guys edit is completely different. Many women creators edit in this variation. But her Twitter is that theirs more story telling and way more engaging than others

[@peeyushgautam77]

Your Channel is severely underrated. The video was so informative

[@salmasaad198]

I’m not even a creator and I had the same thought about running late vs filming lol. Your video style is genius, f hilarious with inspiring message too! Keep it up. Subscribed

[@Heavenlyfilmpro]

Absolute master at your craft Sam. Making us filmmakers proud!

[@rosegumera]

This video got recommended on my home page because I've watched Life of Riza's videos --- great work KZbin algorithm

[@HaveFun]

Nice video. Learn a lots!!

[@camerondstewart]

I agree with the rush sequences. I think that is why I always liked Casey Neistat's clips when he cuts to him picking up the camera going to the next locations!

[@kinantidesy]

Definitely worth getting the trolley. Super helpful for me as a videography newbie, thanks for the video!

[@TakemesomewhereniceMCR]

Hello! new to KZbin creation on a very tight budget!! I know exactly what you mean about the leaving the camera, walking off and coming back to it! those step counts must me off the scale! I'm a home professional decorator, I really like Riza style and that of the Pethericks - who also break the rules with 30 seconds of no verbal content and I love it, being (more than) slightly autistic I find the fast pace, over the top, bright colours and lots of images in a short time too much and overbearing. Thank goodness for @lifeofriza and thank you Sam for helping me understand and breakdown a style I hope to find a space of my own in. Great vid.

[@luqmanjawed]

Being fond of filming, your videos bring much clarity on shoot days. Keep Doing it!

[@melanybahl]

I love her so much and discover you at the same time! Win win ❤

[@kimbitner]

I’m really new to this, and your insight that when you’re filming sequences you’re not actually working, you’re thinking about the shots and how to get what you want for the story: so helpful! Thank you!

[@flootb]

Great Breakdown, pls do this more often! The value these include is insane!

[@Adamrobifilmy]

13:18 totally! I feel like it sells a false narrative and tries to fool me as a viewer, especially since she sells her videos as "vlogs". For the creator side it makes me feel bad when I'm actually running late and can't set all of these shots and I end up with shaky handheld footage that doesn't have the same vibe. Not to mention you have to be a good actor to fake stuff like this. Also can you imagine picking up a non-yt-friendly person from the airport, tired after a long flight and saying "I know you want to shower and rest but can you wait like an hour for me to film all of this stuff?" Or doing that two hour drive again some other day? That being said I love her stuff and loved your breakdown :)

[@SnakeMe1.0]

Bro the dramatic sounds when you zoomed into the legs got me. I can’t stop laughing and the noise you made after 😂😂

[@ChrisSloanes]

Another absolute banger. Glad your back, always look forward to your videos since I found the channel. Great work as per.

[@SamDawson]

Thanks Chris ! 🙏

[@AdamSettle]

I definitely considered the setup of the shots and how it takes away from the realism when watching her video. But, her channel and expression is a more lighthearted version of life, rather than an accurate depiction of its stresses. It's sort of a Wes Anderson style escapism from actual difficulties that can help make light of life's troubles and see them in a smaller way.

[@TommyDeWitt]

this video is CRAZY good! huge respect, you’re a master at your craft

[@Estheryaaa]

I subscribed !!the way you filmed it is just so funny and more of a behind the scene of life of riza hahhahah

[@catcertino]

This was a such a great video! So refreshing and well made. I'd love to see more of this type of content from you!

[@tubomit]

Love to watch more breakdown videos from you. Thank you.

[@attilamato278]

Wow, this was the first video I saw on this channel. Brilliant, keep up the good work!

[@veronicasart]

Great video, man. I love your jokes and cuts 😄❤

[@mikeandashley]

Sam, this was awesome! Everything you said, resonated with us so much. We also LOVE @lifeofriza 's channel for it's vibe, and you did a great job breaking down the shots and making it entertaining. Just found your channel, just subscribed. Can't wait to see more. Cheers.

[@Criassauro]

Great content Sam! Greetings from Brazil!