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Epic Mission Media
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Hey! My name is Rene Fortier. I'm a writer/director who's passionate about creating films. I believe life is epic, that there's a battle going on between good and evil and that we all have a role to play in pushing back the darkness. In this channel I'll be sharing my films, behind the scenes content, and breakdowns of popular movies. Want to connect? Email me at storytellerottawa@gmail.com.
Am I overplanning? We made 3 short films to find out
My friends and I did an experiment and filmed 3 sketches with varying levels of planning. We learned that detailed planning is important, but that it's best to dive in and get started, then refine the plan as you go.
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The surprising worldview within Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol
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What motivates characters like Ethan Hunt to risk everything for the greater good? What, if anything, grounds the existence of good and evil? Share your thoughts in the comments! Welcome to The Heart of Film! In today's episode, we dive into the adrenaline-pumping world of Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol, directed by Brad Bird and starring Tom Cruise as super spy Ethan Hunt. Beyond the exp...
Fan made lyric video -- Shine -- Jaslyn Edgar
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My wife has this wild dream to be a small biz owner selling bookish stationary products and I’ve got a few wild dreams of my own involving film. She’s been encouraging me to make regular fun little projects to get out of my head and into action making stuff. This was one of those projects - I basically filmed her without saying what I was making (haha!) and then turned it into a lil music video...
Into the Story (Fun VFX experiment)
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I've challenged myself to create one fun micro film / creative filmmaking experiment per week. Here's the result of this week inspired by Zach King's VFX magic. Big thank you to my friend Will Heron for starring as the evil wizard (along with co-star Scruffy lol!). Subscribe to see what I create in future weeks!
Why my parents decided to follow Jesus
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A good friend of mine lost his grandmother recently, and attending her funeral got me thinking about the things in life that are most important to me. So in this video I sat down with my folks and asked them to share the story of how they became Christians. Side note: In my own journey as a Christian, I've sometimes had questions regarding science, philosophy or ethics, and have found the resou...
Her first mission: Put a tracking device on her ex | Operation Ex (Comedy short film)
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But who is he, really? An entry into Digi60, Ottawa's Digital Film Festival.
5 TIPS for STAYING ORGANIZED when planning your next film!
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Trust me - if you don't like mutinies, planning ahead is worth it! Full article: daisy-poppyseed-cfb.notion.site/Planning-your-film-full-article-3cf537f469244538994135a761eba89d?pvs=4 This pre-production process can be challenging. But, if you do it well, it makes filmmaking way more fun and less stressful. In today’s episode I’m going to break down my process and share some stories of my mista...
Belong - Short Film
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A lonely young man tries a "bulletproof" plan to shake off his insecurities and find love. For behind the scenes videos, check out: th-cam.com/play/PLJUYA91GmCfOZpF4J6HWb9Q2rFq3QE_iV.html
Why I'm in turbo mode 🚀 + BTS sneak peeks!
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Why I'm in turbo mode 🚀 BTS sneak peeks!
From Dream to Screen - Ep. 2 - Writing & learning to be open with others
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From Dream to Screen - Ep. 2 - Writing & learning to be open with others
From Dream to Screen - Ep. 1 - My Filmmaking Journey
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From Dream to Screen - Ep. 1 - My Filmmaking Journey
for KING & COUNTRY - 'joy.' - Fan made lip sync
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for KING & COUNTRY - 'joy.' - Fan made lip sync
It is an intresting concept, but I think that in general (but more specifically in creative content) the amount of time put towards a proyect has the biggest correlation to the quality of the result. An intresting experiment would be to film 3 shorts with the same amount of time to film it but allocating a different % to the planning in each. Let's say you choose 2 hours as the time: - 1) you start improving and thinking of things on the fly without planning -2) You plan for 10/20 minutes and then you improvise the rest. -3) You plan for 30/60 minutes to structure it all. Giving every strategy the same time frame would make it more fair
That's fair! I think your argument is a reasonable one and I agree that would be a better way of running the test. One thing I'd add is that the expiriment taught me that how you plan is almost if not more important than how much -- planning that is closely "integrated" with the actual act of creating the film (such as going to the actual locations you are going to shoot with stand-in actors and shooting a "puke draft" version of the film on your cell phone) is much more effective, at least in the early stages, than planning that is more abstract and disconnected from the end product.
Also FYI -- I just asked chatGPT "What do scientists say is the most effective percentage of time to dedicate towards planning a project, relative to the entire length of the project?" and this was the response: "The percentage of time recommended for planning a project varies depending on the nature of the project, the industry, and the complexity of the work involved. However, a general guideline often cited by project management experts is the "80/20 rule," also known as the Pareto Principle, where: 20% of the time is dedicated to planning and designing the project. 80% of the time is dedicated to executing and delivering the project. This rule is based on the idea that effective planning can prevent many problems later in the project, leading to a more efficient execution phase. For complex or high-risk projects, some methodologies like PRINCE2 or PMI suggest dedicating even more time to planning-up to 30-40%-to ensure that all variables and potential risks are thoroughly considered. In practice, the exact percentage can vary widely depending on factors such as the project's scope, objectives, and the experience of the project team. However, allocating a significant portion of time to planning is universally recognized as critical to the success of any project Then I asked some follow up Q's: ... For a short film, the optimal percentage of time dedicated to planning is generally around 30-40% of the total project time. This includes all pre-production activities such as: Script Development: Refining the script, storyboarding, and shot planning. Budgeting and Scheduling: Estimating costs and creating a detailed timeline. Casting and Crew Assembly: Finding the right actors and assembling your production team. Location Scouting and Permits: Securing locations and any necessary filming permits. Rehearsals and Pre-visualization: Preparing actors and crew for the shoot, including rehearsals and technical tests. Investing time in thorough planning helps ensure that the shoot and post-production phases run smoothly, reduces the risk of unexpected delays or costs, and ultimately results in a higher-quality film. ... For a feature film, the planning phase typically takes up about 40-60% of the total project time. This extensive planning period is crucial due to the complexity and scale of feature film production. Here's a breakdown of what this includes: Script Development: Refining the script, creating detailed shot lists, and storyboarding. Budgeting and Scheduling: Preparing a comprehensive budget and detailed production schedule. Casting and Crew Assembly: Finding the right actors, hiring key crew members, and assembling the full production team. Location Scouting and Permits: Securing and visiting filming locations, obtaining necessary permits, and planning logistics. Rehearsals and Pre-visualization: Conducting rehearsals with actors, blocking scenes, and running technical tests. Production Design and Set Construction: Designing sets, costumes, and props, and building any necessary physical spaces. Pre-Production Meetings: Holding meetings with department heads (e.g., cinematography, art, sound) to align the vision and plan for contingencies. The substantial time investment in pre-production allows for detailed preparation, which is essential for managing the many moving parts of a feature film, such as larger crews, more complex scenes, special effects, and longer shoot schedules. This thorough planning is key to staying on budget and on schedule, as well as ensuring that the creative vision is fully realized. Would be interesting to see if this would match real world experience.
@@epicmissionmedia It is a really intresting concept. Thanks for the reply and congratulations on the great video
Nice!
As a chronic overthinker, loved seeing you dive into the deep end of creating. Great vibe from the host/lead
Thanks!!
a title/format like "30s vs 10m vs 1h short film" would have made your video perform better. but great idea
respectfully disagree!
Thanks for the tip!
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I loved ghost protocol too and your analysis is spot on 😁 Agreed, antagonists who believe in what they do are scary! 👻
good job summarizing that film and interesting points. I saw a movie recently on Netflix called 'Atlas' which is a bit of a dystopian film about artificial intelligence. It makes some interesting points about what it means to be human and what a future world with AI could look like. There's been a lot of movies on the topic of AI and it would be interesting to go thru them and analyze how Hollywood portrays that idea of 'what it means to be human'.
Thanks! Great idea re Hollywood and AI
Awesome lol 😅
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Praise God! Thank you for your story it's a wonderful tribute to Amazing Grace.
Hopefully this is a first step back to the heart of Christ in the Eucharist. The doors are open; you're welcome home to the Catholic Church. 😊🙏
Thank you for sharing! I've followed Jesus for 56 years and look forward to His return!
This showed up in my recommended videos, and I'm glad I clicked on it. It is so encouraging to hear other Christians' testimonies! I loved hearing about how God used Psalm 40 in your mother's life.
Glad you found it encouraging!
I’m blessed and grateful to call you Fortier’s my friends. I’m grateful that The Lord brought you in this journey and that in your salvation my family has gotten to be benefactors of your friendship. Praise the Lord!
Thanks Jared! Glad we are friends as well! :)
I had this encounter in 1988. I am still praying my adult children will have such an encounter . God is good. All the time.
Amen. 🙏
Great storytelling, Great message, The Message
Very Happy for you and your Family. Read the Bible it is the only Truth to all things For by Gods words.
Great Stories!
Thanks man!
💯 'Promo SM'
Loved this!
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Such a sensitive and relatable portrayal of loneliness and the desire for connection. Great job Rene!!
Great film! I’m looking forward to seeing a reiteration of the Elmo treasure hunt
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Fun Easter Egg at 1:12
Hahah good eye ;)
@@epicmissionmedia I figured it would be something you were sure wouldn't cause any copyright issues!
Outstanding work bro🔥🙌🏾
Can't wait to see the final product
Well done Rene!
i'm happy to say I have noticed incredible growth in your content/messages throughout the years! keep it up!
Amazing!
You are so talented Rene! Look forward to seeing your future episodes!
Love your concept, best of luck on the film :)
Simply incredible
Thanks! :)
Yessss Rene!! Your editing is ON POINT!!
Thanks Nasim!!
This was awesome man! I remember when we used to make those lego movies haha, good times. It's great to see how far you've come ;)
Thanks man! Haha yes good times indeed.
“My self-worth isn’t necessarily tied to the stuff that I make.” Amen.
Awesome idea to capture your creative process! Can’t wait to see your journey and your film!
Thanks Lisa! :)
Wow - so inspirational Rene! I was very emotional watching it - can’t wait to see what’s to come.
This looks so professionally made! Well done Rene!
Thanks Oliver! :)
This is awesome, man! Creativity is super tough, especially when projects like these can take enormous amounts of time and energy. They're not really projects - they're stages of life. Super excited to see the rest of the series! First ep. is clean, professional, and engaging. Big inspiration to see someone really going after a dream.
It’s professional! Awesome and great job, looking forward your journey.
Thanks Venky! :)
I love this!
This is great, so excited for what's to come!