II. Ikigai - Short Film - 2017

“A determined chef in search of bliss, takes action by risking his security for the sake of fulfillment”
Notes: This film was inspired by a true story and centered around the timeless conflict; make a living, or follow one's passion.
Ikigai has been our largest and most comprehensive project to date. Filmed in Sacramento, California, by our crew of five. Intentionally produced in a traditional narrative film style, this constrained us to work with established filmmaking techniques, plus a bit of our own flair, to make this film a possibility. Our primary objective was to polish our fundamental production techniques while improving our collective ability as film makers, all while making beautiful content.
We would like to thank our friends, and family for their continued support and contributions.
Credits
Writer / Producer - Josiah Velasquez
Director - Eric Pace
Director of Photography - Alé Hernandez
Art Director - Tracey Saechao
Editor - Josiah Velasquez & Royce Hanks
Composer - Julio Mina
Staring
Chris Oberle

[@priyankaverma_]

A Lot of people want to do what they really love doing... But due to circumstances they can't ... This short film motivates such people to follow their passion.😊

[@filipagoncalves3302]

This shows how we have to be persistent with the things we love doing. It made me cry cause i've been feeling unmotivaded and i want to do so many things..but seems i would never gona have them.

[@JosiahV]

I made this film for you!

[@AerialAgents]

Really good film! I love how he just let loose at the end. He became his true self once he lost the bowtie and suspenders. He was worried about money, he was just focused on entertaining. Then the audience started to gather and picked up on his true intentions...to do magic. Do what you love. The money will come.

[@asitkaushik2524]

Do what you love and love what you do!

[@JosiahV]

Absolutely, that is what it's all about. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment! It means a lot.

[@Aysan1S]

I love the intro, especially how the guy walks by all these walls of street art!

[@Joelthompsoncoach]

In Japan the people living in one of the 5 Blue Zones(areas where statistically people live the longest) all had an ikigai. This was great 🙌🏽💫

[@jamessr9347]

Like the cinematic production and story, nice work!

[@FamilyGallagher]

Really excellent videography, really enjoyed the entire production. The light, the music, the actors, the editing, the whole deal...really artfully and beautifully done. You're very, very good at this.

[@JosiahV]

Thanks brother! The kind words keep us going!

[@EricPace]

Thank you! The producer was perfect

[@jamieslate]

I even got a little emotional in the second kitchen scene. It's hard to see that concerned look from loved ones when You're embarking on a purposeful endeavor where there's no promise of success

[@sleepysartorialist]

Very surreal but cool seeing something filmed locally that's so well done! Very enjoyable.

[@spiriology]

I'm waiting for another one ❤

[@JosiahV]

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[@dersouveran3160]

loved showing it needs will to change things. love to see the struggle and then finally the fulfillment. Also loved the idea, that one working in a mediocre restaurant could become the magician he always wanted to become. Thanks for the film.

[@rugalthreesixteen6812]

This reminds me of the Movie Joy but this is of course more grounded and sincere.

[@NakaKajiwara]

What a cool short film! Everything Ikigai stands for in one package. Also great film editing!

[@JosiahV]

Thank you so much! It was an intense 3 months

[@roseagaatsz8403]

Brilliant movie ! 👀

[@JosiahV]

Thank you so much. A lot of late nights and sacrifice went into making it. It is so cool to see that it resonated with so many people. Thanks for watching!

[@mannan]

Great movie!! Thanks guys!! I just wished that the voices are more hearable!! But i really liked it, keep going!!😉

[@viviansmallwood3078]

This puts things into perspective for me. Thank you. 🌻

[@QasimSadiq]

very nice Josiah and good luck for your future in film making

[@JosiahV]

Thanks brother. Im excited for the future

[@rudolfvanderwesthuizen7502]

Really inspirational, thank you for sharing.

[@nadiah.3721]

Wow congratulations, I appreciated your film very much! 😀 It made me smile at the end 💙

[@JosiahV]

So glad that the message came though to you.
Creating more joy, positivity and inspiration is what we set out to do while making this film.

[@097773]

Awesome video! :o

[@neildbarker]

Great short film - thanks for sharing.

[@JosiahV]

Thank you for watching!

[@mubarakazmie8875]

Good job guys.. very inspiring..

[@JinayShah]

Truly moving! Thank you so much for making this :)

[@JosiahV]

You are welcome. Though making this film I learned that this feeling and desire to chase your goals is in all of us and we will never truly be happy unit we honor this calling and make progress towards our calling. Keep faith alive and do one thing each day that gets you closer to your calling. Sending you good vibes!
Jv-

[@ALi-1.1.0]

AMAZING WORK KEEP IT UPP> LOVE FROM INDIA

[@JosiahV]

So cool! Thank you for watching a local film from Sacramento California.

[@momanyoga]

Thanks ;)

[@shridhar1286]

what was it didnt got the concept?

[@ananyahegde2001]

Nice 💓

[@IkeMann100]

Amazing!

[@Amd107]

Really nice

[@Noobish92]

Just 17k wievs... Amazing work man!

[@dilarasonmez5993]

Yeee good cool

[@tentacleprincess5772]

Love it.