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 :)
@@elorenelorenelorenelorenelorenu waste more time by projecting aimless anger through empty critiques 🙌 “keep the hate in your mouth, buy it drinks, keep it fed”
I agree with the crater. I watch more TH-cam 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.
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 TH-cam wants you to make videos. 👏🏼
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 👏🏽👏🏽
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 🙂↕
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 🎉
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...
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 TH-cam’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!
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 TH-cam!
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.
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!
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'
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.
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!
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.
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 😂
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! 😍
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!
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
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. ❤
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!
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.
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~
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! ◡̈
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.
Definitely agree with the part on the "Narrative of running late" VS "Setting up time-consuming shots" - it does feel odd. BUT, For some reason, she's so cute, relatable and appears genuine that I wouldn't actually mind 😅
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!
I love her videos🤌🏾✨️ It's like a happy mash-up of Wes Anderson dead pans, early 2010s fire soundtracks, KDrama suspense and romanticism, and slice of life Pinterest mood board. Yes yes yes! Makes my brain happy! Thanks @lifeofriza
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!
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!
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.
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.
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!
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 :)
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
What a great find this channel is. Instant subscribe. Well not instant. Well you know what I’m saying. I’m about halfway through the video and I subscribed. This is a long comment isn’t it? Anyway, back to the video. Happy to be on board!
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.
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 :)
Thanks Riza! - love what you’re doing for the platform!
Yeah you break TH-cam rules and waste people's time
@@elorenelorenelorenelorenelorenu waste more time by projecting aimless anger through empty critiques 🙌
“keep the hate in your mouth, buy it drinks, keep it fed”
I agree with the crater. I watch more TH-cam 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.
@@eloreneloreneloreneloreneloren and you watch it?
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 TH-cam wants you to make videos. 👏🏼
This was a great video! Keep doing these break down, also curious about music breakdown theories too. U had good observation there too.
After 12min of discovering you, I'm already a fan. Super interesting, great personality, real value added. I love it.
9 months later. And TH-cam brought your video back to me. Why the F aren’t you more than 10k subs????? What the heck bro? Your videos are 🔥
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 👏🏽👏🏽
Agree totally. I find Riza ponderous and boring, and Sam made her seem even more so.
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 🙂↕
@@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.
@@pippacarron1861 If you have nothing nice to say…
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 🎉
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.
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...
Spot on! Thanks for sharing!
love it, subbed
Bro I burst out at the table scene, you are hilarious
INSANE: Just noticed that in the lights on/ lights off scene she even turned her head AND eyes with the beats of the track.
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 TH-cam’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!
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 TH-cam!
Dude you're so good at this!!! Keep it up
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.
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!
The algorithm suggested this to me. So congrats! And thanks! This video was awesome!
I like how he praises her work while also giving constructive feedback
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'
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.
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!
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.
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.
Pacing is such a key element of cinematic vlogging! Great video
i saw this thank you now i can learn from your videos
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 😂
When she’s running in the hallway- I like it. I just feel like I’m watching a movie and it’s relatable
Your videos are so creative and motivating. Love this breakdown. And she is awesome.
Your videos are quickly becoming must watch TH-cam for me. Keep them coming!
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! 😍
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!
Thanks so much man!
I love how you break it down, is like another story within story! Very entertaining, Super great done job 👏
I loved your video. Beautiful and inspirational message at the end, and very useful breakdown as a filmmaker ! Thx so much !!
Watching all your videos, keep it going!
Someone make a break-down of sam's video's, that would be a dope video idea
Then sam breaks down their break down
And then someone breaks down the break down of Sam’s break down of a break of Sam’s video
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
Perfect breakdown! Very informative and entertaining at the same time ❤
Had to stop midway through the video to say, this is a very good breakdown
Love this! Do you do roasts?
Great video, man. I love your jokes and cuts 😄❤
Your video breakdown really helping me learning to write a better script and editing. Thankyou soo much Sam! Keep it up!
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. ❤
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!
“Filming while driving, naughty naughty” and that face expression from start to end 😂 that got me laughing so hard!
Great break down Sam! 😂
I subscribed !!the way you filmed it is just so funny and more of a behind the scene of life of riza hahhahah
Nice video. Learn a lots!!
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.
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!
Amazing video Sam! I just found your chanel and I am loving your last videos. Keep it going! 💪🏼
The amount of times that I loled while watching this video!! 😂Thanks for your great humor, Sam!
this is interesting content and very helpful, i love riza's creations too.
This was incredibly well made. Bravo my friend.
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~
Sam, I love your humour.
This was an amazing breakdown!
Mate, I thought you wrote and presented this so well, and I genuinely laughed at the gags. Keep it up!
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. 😊
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! ◡̈
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.
Definitely agree with the part on the "Narrative of running late" VS "Setting up time-consuming shots" - it does feel odd.
BUT, For some reason, she's so cute, relatable and appears genuine that I wouldn't actually mind 😅
ONLY CHANNEL TEACH YOU HOW TH-camRS MAKE THERE VIDEO STEP BY STEP, LOVE IT.
Great production!!! i laughed soooo much thanks bud
I love her so much and discover you at the same time! Win win ❤
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!
I thoroughly enjoyed this breakdown. It was insightful, but the last bit was also motivational. Thank you.
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!
I love her videos🤌🏾✨️ It's like a happy mash-up of Wes Anderson dead pans, early 2010s fire soundtracks, KDrama suspense and romanticism, and slice of life Pinterest mood board. Yes yes yes! Makes my brain happy! Thanks @lifeofriza
That trolley into the studio wall was amazing. Loving your films sam!
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.
damn, it was brilliant. Its like watching game with commentator. Great job
love this! so helpful! def keep it up it’s v inspiring!
Seriously can't believe how crazy good this video is! It's genuine, it's funny and it's informative! Bravo.
😂😂😂 this breakdown is so good, and hilarious, great work man. Is that an Asda trolley? Those are the good ones.
Definitely worth getting the trolley. Super helpful for me as a videography newbie, thanks for the video!
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!
You're genuinely too funny bro. 🤣 14:20 never thought a breakdown video would crack me up that good.
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!
Great review...
Great content Sam! Greetings from Brazil!
Wow, this was the first video I saw on this channel. Brilliant, keep up the good work!
Great Breakdown, pls do this more often! The value these include is insane!
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.
Love to watch more breakdown videos from you. Thank you.
great job i'm diving in your channel to learn more
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.
Thanks so much mate, great to have you!
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!
This was a great breakdown!! You made me chuckle many times throughout while providing some great info so thank you!!😆😊
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 :)
damn man, subscribed immediately!
I can feel how you’re in the flow while recording this
Great breakdown, new to your channel as a beginner creator myself. Subbed.
Some people make video breakdown. Some people should make video breakdown from this video breakdown.
This was such an interesting break down, great video!
Another absolute banger. Glad your back, always look forward to your videos since I found the channel. Great work as per.
Thanks Chris ! 🙏
Thank you so much for sharing, this was so helpful :) . Lot's of inspo. New subbie here.
this video is CRAZY good! huge respect, you’re a master at your craft
Your Channel is severely underrated.
The video was so informative
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
man you are funny! in the best way, very well done :)
What a great find this channel is. Instant subscribe. Well not instant. Well you know what I’m saying. I’m about halfway through the video and I subscribed. This is a long comment isn’t it? Anyway, back to the video. Happy to be on board!
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.
Gawk Art is amazing.. will deffo do one for him. And will check out the others too!