WELCOME TO LA - Short Film - Justin Escalona

Can we PLEASE get 1500 likes on this video???
I moved to LA four weeks ago and have been seeking adventure. This is my first project here and I'm extremely happy to share it with you guys. A bunch of my USC classmates and I collaborated to create this film. We spent over 50 hours perfecting this, so I hope you enjoy.
Thank you,
Justin Escalona
WELCOME TO LA - A Justin Escalona Production
CAST
Justin Escalona
Liam Campbell
Theodore Buckwald
CREW
Director: Justin Escalona
Producer: Theodore Buckwald
Director of Photography: Lukas Dong
Lighting: Oliver Dabao
Audio: Avery Kentis
Score by: Eluvium, U137, Ellie Goulding, & Ben Howard
Shot on location in Los Angeles, CA.
Special thanks to Avery Kentis for letting me record my audio at his studio and mixing this project. Check out his work here! / avery-kentis
Snapchat - JustinEscalona
Twitter - / justinescalona
Instagram - / justinescalona
Portfolio - justinescalona.com
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If you're reading this, I'll randomly follow a few of you that comment "I love Los Angeles"

[@chrisklemens]

THIS IS SO GODDAMN BEAUTIFUL I MISS LA

[@chrisklemens]

+Chris Klemens also i wanna do this so fucking badly

[@justinescalona]

One of the best experiences I've ever had

[@annemariechase]

You are possibly the coolest person I know

[@justinescalona]

You're too nice

[@TehSwanny]

Barney Stinson would consider this legendary, and so would I.

[@wDec149]

+FaZe Swan Hey Casey

[@JRAlli]

you know those butterflies you get when you're nervous, that feeling you get when you watch something amazing, thats how i was feeling, loved the voice over so much, amazing video Justin :)

[@janicegonsalves5867]

For some unknown reason, this video made me cry. When you first see the city lights, I just teared up. It's so fucking beautiful. I believe there is some kind of magic, whenever I see something like this. Amazing

[@brandonshipley5166]

Man as I watched this you can tell how far Justin has come and the journey that it took to be where he is all through his smile when he is standing next to that Hollywood sign

[@KendallMartin]

My first week in LA for school I went to the hollywood sign. Ended up climbing to the top of the 'H' before all all broke loose and we had to sprint down the mountain to get away from the cops. Good times.

[@charlieb8y]

I've been here since the days of 'do you know' back in 2012 and your videos never fail to amaze me

[@ItsJasmineW]

Sooo beautiful! And an incredible short I might add! I love the genuine joy on your face when you touch the sign!!

[@AngeloSomers]

This is so breathtakingly beautiful. Keep doing this. Please

[@vivianpham6466]

You capture a certain moment/memory so beautifully and powerfully. I'm in awe every time I watch your films

[@sumsum002]

videos like this make me feel so happy and inspired. thank you so much Justin

[@MariGarces]

I love this so much wow everything about it is perfect

[@mildredlezo]

I literally subscribed two days ago and I am in complete awe of the amazing filmmaker you are. Keep it up Justin because you are going places, my friend.

[@Paperandglam]

God bless, Los Angeles! Fight on!

[@Avours]

I always come back to watch this because it's so beautiful

[@boxgang3861]

This is still one of my favorite video of yours

[@virtuallygabs]

This is incredible. 😍❤️ Great work Justin! Loved it!

[@MrMikkyn]

That scene where you see the city lights and its dark and you can see your sillhouette is really beautiful, and the crescendoing folky ambient rock music is so nice. I'm in LA now on my trip, it my 12th day. Leaving on the 20th.

[@katiesolinger]

Breath taking & and a beautiful film made .

[@emmacano3856]

Justin! Again u made me happy with yours films I love your films so much can't wait for your next film❤️

[@MiaMoran]

This was beyond amazing. You guys definitely know how to share an experience through your films. I feel so lucky to live near such a famous landmark, welcome to LA!

[@andresheredia1628]

this is literly one of the best videos ive ever watched

[@absurdelizabeth]

this is definitely one of my favorite video of yours. i loved watching this so much and doing this is definitely added to my bucket list.

[@kinkedtugboat4417]

Great videos man. I look up to your work as inspiration and cant wait to see more short films

[@HashtagMitch]

Everything about this is amazing. Props to you for risking it -- I've known people that got caught trying to get to the sign. Incredible!

[@stingraysventures7804]

Did amazing lighting for this film, absolutely love it.

[@CreepypastaHorror]

Keep on the solid trajectory man. I love los Angeles.

[@kaylenphommaseng3657]

I remember waking up a couple moths ago, and there is a notification from Play the game films...immediately clicked...this is still one of the dopest vids ever...it shows something so positive

[@ShalaLaLaa17]

This is just so... Beautiful

[@creatyler]

Shit... Getting better and better. Wow.

[@goCnzs]

Everything about this is an absolute YES.

[@jmsWondering]

another great video. love the feeling i get while watching your vids. like the vibes i get..

[@MIIZT]

This is one of my favourite videos on KZbin ngl, this really makes me want to move to LA one day

[@meredithrodgerss]

You inspire me so much. Just watching this video put a huge smile on my face and made me want to go out and jut live life.

[@CallMeMrAmaze]

your videos never disappoint me dude like i have been watching you for 2-3 years and every vid like amazing!

[@mitchielove126]

All I Can Say & Will Say Is : WOW.

[@martialraps2814]

Had to stop by on one of your videos to comment that I enjoy watching your videos! Keep doing your thing man!

[@ThermalGhost]

Wow! I wish I could make movies like this, you're such an inspiration man.

[@Ana14soccer]

You are too awesome Justin!

[@liamone]

I love Los Angeles, even though I haven't been there yet. It's on my 'to-do' list along with doing what you just did. Incredible work, Justin, keep it up!

[@julissaramos6631]

You make such amazing videos that bring me life!

[@TextDistrict]

Your So Talented!

[@gljiggle]

Hands down, one of my favorite videos from you. Too dope man.

[@OmarHoffi]

Wow..bro it looks insane. I can't wait to move out there !!!

[@Luckyspecs]

love watching your videos man always inspires me to adventure

[@laurenlopes8934]

I'm obsessed with this omg

[@FuegoTristan]

THIS IS ONE OF THE BEST SHORT FILMS I'VE SEEN. GOOD JOB

[@mchase4]

• A tall perimeter fence with razor wire • 24 hour electronic surveillance by City of Los Angeles authorities • Infrared lights and cameras that can see equally as well in the day and on a moonless night • Monitoring microphones and bullhorns • Web cameras • Motion sensors • Regular patrol visits by city police and park ranger helicopters Rigorous Enforcement, 24x7x365 Walking into the protected Sign area is trespassing and violators will be cited by police. Anyone who makes an attempt to do so will be buzzed by a park helicopter, ordered off the slope through the bullhorns, and find a police cruiser waiting for them at the bottom of the slope.

[@justinescalona]

+iChase no problem for me

[@Barkzzz]

+PlayTheGameFilms savage 😂😂

[@mchase4]

+PlayTheGameFilms That's why I posted this. I don't think people get how epic this was with all the security up there.

[@PunJee]

+PlayTheGameFilms aye I see you bringing back the Ellie Goulding song from one of your first short films

[@creatyler]

+PlayTheGameFilms hahahaha brotha!

[@dollarbillfilms7616]

One of your best videos yet. This was awesome.

[@AshleyAfdahl]

THIS IS SO MAJESTIC AND STUNNING

[@andread.3266]

Look at what a suburb kid can accomplish..😉 awesome content Justin!! Love all your vids

[@katkarnak]

Love this! all your videos are perfect!

[@Jackson-dw5oz]

Your video editing is so good it makes me watch all of your videos more than once!

[@GrantSteenholdt]

AMAZING VIDEO JUSTIN! Keep up the great work man!

[@adc_15]

I love Los Angeles. And your films Justin.

[@adc_15]

+Andy DC you are an inspiration.

[@DanielCoz]

I think a lot of people dream of doing what you just did! AMAZING video dude as always!

[@LilyRodgerschannel]

THIS IS SO FREAKING BEAUTIFUL! all your videos are so well made. Also it's been my dream for ages to do this cause i also want to move to LA so thanks for encouraging that

[@ctgfaded2186]

I truly get inspired to do these type of things, when I watch your vids

[@TheRandomFreakk]

This video is so great I was literally smiling the whole time while watching this. You inspire me to be a lot more spontaneous. Hope everything is going great for you.

[@EscapeTracks]

I love Los Angeles

[@miguelfragoso7023]

Lost Ángeles too. Iykyk;)

[@annaelizabeth]

your videos keep getting better and better!

[@isabelgarza5179]

You have no idea how your videos make me feel, they impact me. I don't understand why you don't have more views.

[@orangemels]

every video you post inspires me to do something new in my life

[@xavierfrausto7017]

Dude this video is awesome! I absolutely love your videos!

[@manuelandrade6311]

Hey I really don't comment on KZbin that much but man...You're freaking videos are so freaking inspiring and you're videos are really awesome man💯keep up the good work👏

[@Cblightsout777]

cross that one off the bucket list

[@vaizoh]

Cinematography keeps getting better and better YES

[@xoxoshirley5095]

You captured this city beautifully

[@edventures9884]

LA at night is beautiful!

[@spencerjohnson3766]

You have a fucking great channel, just watched all your videos, I AM OVERLY IMPRESSED

[@optin1499]

This is awesome love your videos there so awesome bro, keep up the great work this is amazing.

[@remli7332]

I'm dreaming of moving to LA my entire life and hopefully im going to next year. This video just makes me more exited. :)

[@chrisgodfrey9919]

Omg dude I just sat here and watched almost all of your videos, this one caught my eye, your life, your dream, your videos it's all just a movie waiting. what you do is exactly what everyone should be able to do. we should be able to just say fuck the law, because this shit right here is the life, this is my dream, I look forward to this man, but I love each and every video and more of this one, I love it dude, I love it

[@actionzac]

Wow, amazing filming

[@JJantvideos]

Now this, this is the type of stuff I like to see from Justin. The vibes from this video were on point.

[@RageElixir]

This is amazing

[@casonbr0]

So happy youre having a great time in LA my dude. Keep up the good stuff and stay safe ;)

[@fhxs]

3:54 that shot is beautifullllll. Glad I stumbled on your channel

[@melissabarrie]

I loveeee this video! amazing work :)

[@NatsuViral]

I have been watching your videos ever since "Do You Know" and all I see is improvement in your videos dude..Their fn amazing!! keep doing what your doing!

[@Spleezy]

waited time for an upload. GREAT JOB !!

[@nijohn12]

you are LITERALLY the best!!!!!!! your life is so extraordinary!!! and I love the way you present it to us! thanks Justin! seriously.nhahahaha:-D :-D

[@connorhennessy6991]

Found you from comments on escape with wolves, these videos are dope, dont stop.

[@RiderYT]

You and a few others inspired me to try film. Thanks bro :)

[@elaineelaine9874]

This is fantastic!

[@xTheMaxinho]

Love that city

[@ExoticTemper]

Amazing video man, I was starting to miss your videos

[@VisuallyEverything]

Talk about inspiration!

[@AydanJane]

Justin, I really love your videos. I think they are great and although my opinion doesn't mean shit, your vlogs evoke emotion and that is a huge goal of mine for my own videos. Props to you dude! Keep creating!

[@hr5206]

Damn cant wait to see what the future holds for you mate, so grateful we get to come along on the journey with you

[@TT-nh2od]

You used to sneak into music festivals? Wow I never would have known since you haven't said that in like 8 videos.

[@justinescalona]

+Trey Terronez oh wow dude! no way!

[@pauliewalnuts777]

+PlayTheGameFilms torching them

[@ThroughTheEyesVlogs]

Just found your channel homie, you've got some amazing videos!

[@Tastefhefish]

you don't even have to understand this video for it to be amazing

[@Tastefhefish]

and i love los angeles

[@DISCONNECTTOCONNECT]

I'd love to go to LA one day! :)

[@dustxrhythm6939]

You are incredibly talented....

[@AntonGutierrezFilms]

Great video and good luck with USC!

[@The51stStreet]

ive felt like something was missing for the past 2 weeks of my life great work justin

[@ChristianLanza]

[2 days late, lol] but aye this was so sick. loved the music and this looked like such an amazing thing to do. this got me hyped

[@atm-nr5go]

Could you possibly post videos about your experiences at SC? It's been my dream school for as long as I can remember and I'm trying to take up filming to try to get into the film school.