USC film school application short film (ACCEPTED)

The Dreamer (directors cut)
Written & Directed by Emmanuel Sandoval
IG: / giorgiofilms
Shot in one day with no budget using a Canon 5D.
The School of Cinematic Arts (SCA) asks for a 5 minute short film (Supplemental Visual Sample), so below is a link to the one I actually sent them:
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[@emmanuel5917]

Hi everyone, thank you all for the amazing comments. I rarely check this KZbin channel, so if you want to get in touch with me or have any questions, DM me on Instagram: @GiorgioFilms I also have a new short on my other KZbin channel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b2TJi3pmqdN6n7s Hope to see you there :)

[@amariswoo]

I was watching some films to get inspired for my film production class next semester and I stumbled across this one! It was super creative, and I love how it was filmed. Great job! :)

[@huiminling2731]

Great job! Love the background​ music, I can't stop myself from checking this video multiple times

[@loveSUFFERlearn]

I love this! This was so beautiful you're really talented!

[@noahnox5365]

This gave me chills... So good

[@hpfan771]

This is awesome! Keep making films!

[@HussianCollegeInStudio]

Lovely work.

[@HaveaNiceDay]

Good job :) It is a great film. Have a nice day :)

[@MattIvan]

Another excellent film, Emmanuel. Blake G would be proud.

[@kelanawisnu]

Awesome short movie

[@allysonsocko304]

amazing flim congratulations on getting in

[@SophiaLenore]

Great video - thank you for sharing!

[@phoebegao1815]

This is awesome

[@Timcroghan]

I love this video! You are incredible.

[@pandaxxgamming2761]

this was amzaing

[@maxlerner10]

Were your SAT score and grades pretty good as well? Or was this submission the big thing that got you in?

[@yongxitan4552]

I love your work. Do you make the music by yourself too?

[@emmanuel5917]

Thank you! And yes, made all the music on Logic.

[@ItsBrianaB]

Wow! This was amazing! I'm working on a script right now for a film to try and submit into USC film school but I'm nervous because I want it to have a good story because I know that's important. Do you have any tips?

[@emmanuel5917]

Hey! Sorry for the delay - hope you got in if you ended up applying :)

[@jollybee515]

Loved this film! I'm working on my SCA application right now for Film/TV Production. Do you have any tips for the Personal Statement? I'm worried that mine will come out sounding cliche or unoriginal, how do I avoid that?

[@emmanuel5917]

Hi Jolly, sorry I missed this and I hope you got in to the program you wanted! I actually went with being as authentic as I could - even if it sounded cliche haha.

[@MitchMetivier]

I love this short film! It was so original and so different from a lot of what I have seen before. I make short films and filmmaking content on my own channel. I think you would really enjoy it! Keep up the amazing work!

[@BriannaSeaberg]

This is amazing!!! I am applying to USC film this fall. Have any tips or suggestions for my video?:)

[@emmanuel5917]

Hey, sorry for the delay but I see you got it :) CONGRATS! Fight on!!

[@bloxbusters1718]

Hi I am an avid young film maker and am wondering if i can get some tips on how to make successful short films in highschool. Also, do film schools accept films with a deeper meaning to them, with a rather emotional perspective. Or short films with more of a story line, practical effects, and great cinematography.

[@emmanuel5917]

The best advice I ever got was just to start filming. Equipment doesn't matter; just pick up an iphone, grab some friends, and make it happen. Film whatever resonates with you, and don't film the flavor of the month shit.

[@bloxbusters1718]

Emmanuel Sandoval thanks for the advice.

[@Russ145]

@@emmanuel5917 Hi there, me again. I just wanted to say thank you for giving me advice 3 years prior. I am now graduating high school and am pursuing film/economics at NYU!

[@emmanuel5917]

@@Russ145 Hey! That's a awesome to hear!! Congradulations on getting into NYU - let's connect on IG: @giorgiofilms - would love to follow your work.

[@yuhongcai6334]

why is that the requirement is a 5 mins short film but you can prolong to 7

[@DylanDalal]

Really cool video! Dude's not wearing pants, which I found curious, but, you know. Guess he needed to be comfortable on set.

[@emmanuel5917]

It was a very necessary creative choice.

[@panjiagustian7197]

can you tell and list the equipment u use for this film?

[@emmanuel5917]

+Panji Agustian We filmed this with a Canon 5D and an external shotgun mic.

[@chloerose6893]

what lens?

[@WeakEnough]

What was your act?

[@Neosisl]

How did you get the rights to the music

[@emmanuel5917]

I made the music

[@amak7663]

ew i hate love ugh...great film though

[@guohet1995]

did you apply for grad school or undergraduate?

[@emmanuel5917]

Undergrad

[@nomadicsoulart]

If one could make such a good film then why u one need to get into school film .

[@spacecovpe]

arpit tandon you learn more, get connections. Gives you a bigger pathway into the career

[@god-son-love]

Makes me wonder who rejected you ?

[@emmanuel5917]

I only applied to one school ;)

[@ryfffestival1619]

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[@4youreyez141]

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