Uploaded May 2023 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
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Beginner filmmakers struggle with pacing their films, but the 2 concepts in this video will give you a major leg up when creating your next film. Professional filmmakers understand how crucial pacing is for creating an entertaining film, and hopefully this video will help open your eyes to where you can remove shoe leather in a scene, or slow down for your most captivating moments.
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📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): standardstoryco.com
✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: standardstoryco.com/blueprint
🤝 Work with me 1-on-1: standardstoryco.com/consultations
🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school
🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: instagram.com/standardstoryco
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Business inquiries:
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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.
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.
00:00 The Importance of Pacing
01:14 The Cheat Code to Good Pacing
02:03 Pacing in Heat
03:35 Slowing Down & Nut Hands
05:39 Shoe Leather
09:44 Shooting an example scene
11:38 CineMatch
12:53 My Example Film (Bad Pacing)
14:37 My Example Film (Good Pacing)
15:47 Final Thoughts
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Beginner filmmakers struggle with pacing their films, but the 2 concepts in this video will give you a major leg up when creating your next film. Professional filmmakers understand how crucial pacing is for creating an entertaining film, and hopefully this video will help open your eyes to where you can remove shoe leather in a scene, or slow down for your most captivating moments.
Gear used:
Lumix GH5s: amzn.to/45wjD8R
Smallrig Softbox: amzn.to/3TeDgLU
Smallrig 120W Light: amzn.to/3QwDqxo
Colbor 60W Light: amzn.to/3Wz2CXz
Hollyland Mars M1 Monitor: amzn.to/3hw8v7J
Hollyland Mars 4k Wireless: amzn.to/3FAmdi2
Smallrig MagicFiz Wireless Follow Focus Kit: amzn.to/3oxZj6v
Smallrig V-Mount Battery: amzn.to/3WDGVpb
Smallrig V-Mount Adapter Plate: amzn.to/3C1IWlK
📬 Make stronger films in a few minutes every week (my free newsletter): standardstoryco.com
✍️ Learn to write no-budget short films that work: standardstoryco.com/blueprint
🤝 Work with me 1-on-1: standardstoryco.com/consultations
🎓 Join my practical 30-day film school: https://wrapped.school
🤳 Keep up w/ me on IG: instagram.com/standardstoryco
📹 My current filmmaking gear:
Main Camera - amzn.to/475LBbO
Main Lens - amzn.to/476Whag
B-roll Camera - amzn.to/3q27OEq
Camera Monitor/Recorder - amzn.to/33ruCBB
Lights: amzn.to/3QwDqxo
Computer - amzn.to/3JnE8t7
Tripod - bhpho.to/43975mD
Microphone - amzn.to/3evKfhJ
Sound Recorder - amzn.to/3FrwrkS
My desk setup- kit.co/kentlamm/kent-s-desk-setup
🎵 Where I get my music (2 months free): bit.ly/3HIcaYK
Business inquiries:
standardstoryco@gmail.com
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.
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.
00:00 The Importance of Pacing
01:14 The Cheat Code to Good Pacing
02:03 Pacing in Heat
03:35 Slowing Down & Nut Hands
05:39 Shoe Leather
09:44 Shooting an example scene
11:38 CineMatch
12:53 My Example Film (Bad Pacing)
14:37 My Example Film (Good Pacing)
15:47 Final Thoughts
