Stories Everywhere All the Time
Did you notice how holidays are based on stories?
If you are celebrating this holiday season, then you’re probably aware that you have a story that guides the tradition.
If you seek the foundation of almost anything, a story is what you’ll find.
Even laws have a precedent—basically, a story.
The power of storytelling is so epic that you can miss it because it’s everywhere!
“At the center of everything we experience is a story. Stories are always evolving. The only beginning and end to a story is the one that is told or the one we perceive.” Susy Botello
You may not realize the value of your experience, your perspectives and your ability to make a difference and possibly even change the world—with your story.
It is my wish to give everyone the inspiration they need through my work to make films.
The best and greatest storytelling form is film. It’s a lot of work to make films. Is it worth it? Well, according to the Global Film and Video Market Market Report, it’s just an over $300 billion industry in 2024. 1
There is definitely value in storytelling through film. When it comes to the big studios, sharing that investment, that power, that prestige—it’s not realistic to believe it will change. But one thing that I want to share with you, is that it doesn’t stop you or anyone with a story to tell from making films.
We are now in a place where the film industry is evolving faster than ever before. Why? Everything is evolving, and has been for many years. The most “expensive” industries always take the longest to change. Yes, it’s the money.
In today’s episode 208 of the SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking, Joey brought up 28 Years Later because it was shot entirely on iPhones. I wanted to go all out on that topic but our topic was Movie Set Tips for First Timers.
However, Sony invested $75M in that film. It will be out in the summer.
Think about that for a second. Well-known filmmaker, Danny Boyle, made the movie. Of course, there is a backstory to the idea for this sequel. It may not be, however, Sony decided to take a gamble with mobile filmmaking. I am almost convinced that is not the case. However, even if Sony came in through the back door to finance a film shot with iPhones at the tune of millions—I’m cool with that.
The industry is always looking for a new Steven Spielberg, or a new Quentin Tarantino. But it’s not about the genre. It’s about keeping the industry alive and profitable to all its investors. Could it find it with a filmmaker who used their smartphone camera to film their feature film?
If you asked me what my favorite thing about mobile filmmaking is, that would be very hard to share. Many things come to mind. Watching a wonderful film, short or feature, with people who realize that it was shot using a phone is truly magical. The realization that the phone you have in your pocket is the same one that made that film is inspiring.
I mentioned in episode 207 of my podcast that we are at a place where we’ve never been before regarding camera classification.
If you wanted to go buy a camera in the past, there were three types of cameras to consider depending on your skill level:
Consumer
Prosumer
Professional
The smartphone is all of them. Yes, listen…if a movie is shot with a smartphone camera by a professional filmmaker, which has a big investment from a big studio—it’s pro.
The “tech revolution” happened and we are trying to catch up. While everyone is mesmerized with AI at this time, don’t lose sight of what is happening here. It’s time for you to jump in and start familiarizing yourself with your gift. Your power. The way you want to tell your story with your smartphone. Begin today!
I realize it’s been a long while since I’ve written and shared stories here. However, it’s been a very complicated last couple months for me. I appreciate you for being so patient and still sticking around.
Wishing you all Happy Holidays!
https://www.thebusinessresearchcompany.com/report/film-and-video-global-market-report
If you make a mobile movie for no money or millions, the amount of money is not as important as the story. Make movies that matter, and the world will not be concerned about the camera you used.