How to make a viral short film (+3M views).

A behind the scenes filmmaking breakdown of how we made our viral short film Will "The Machine". I briefly cover everything from writing, to financing, to production, post, and releasing the film. 📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): https://www.standardstoryco.com/ ✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: https://standardstoryco.com/blueprint/ 🤝 Work with me 1-on-1: https://standardstoryco.com/consultat... 🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school 🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG:   / standardstoryco   📹 My current filmmaking gear: Main Camera - https://amzn.to/475LBbO Main Lens - https://amzn.to/476Whag B-roll Camera - https://amzn.to/3q27OEq Camera Monitor/Recorder - https://amzn.to/33ruCBB Lights: https://amzn.to/3QwDqxo Computer - https://amzn.to/3JnE8t7 Tripod - https://bhpho.to/43975mD Microphone - https://amzn.to/3evKfhJ Sound Recorder - https://amzn.to/3FrwrkS My desk setup- https://kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-s... 🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): https://bit.ly/3HIcaYK Business inquiries: [email protected] About me: I've been making short films for 20 years, starting at age 11. I directed my first feature film, Bad is Bad, in 2010. Made for only $6,000, the film went on to reach over 7 million views and garner critical acclaim. More recently, my short film, Will "The Machine", screened and won awards at film festivals around the world. Released online in 2019, it reached over 1 million views in just a month. I also work as a video editor, cutting ads for clients such as Apple, Netflix, and Beats by Dre. 00:00 Intro 00:25 Why Make This Film? 00:52 Writing The Film 01:30 Building The Team 03:24 Financing The Film 03:58 Shooting The Film 07:11 Post Production 07:46 Pickup Shoot 08:04 Finishing The Film 09:02 Releasing The Film DISCLAIMER: Links in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you.