The YouTube video that broke Hollywood

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00:00 The KZfaq video that broke Hollywood
01:02 Are you reading this?
02:38 Why this video went viral
07:42 Interview with Wesley Wang
19:07 Interview with Lucas Shaw
33:28 Will KZfaqrs take over Hollywood?
43:02 Deepend
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@labonimredha3466 16 күн бұрын

Immediately recognised the thumbnail lol

@oriolgarciallurda 16 күн бұрын

Me too

@calebhoff409 16 күн бұрын

Sane

@NiceHyper01 16 күн бұрын

same

@mrjeffersonsstudio 16 күн бұрын

Same

@Denit. 15 күн бұрын

When I first watched it the thumbnail was different, I think he changed it

@CGPMAD 16 күн бұрын

"I did it because I didn't know it was impossible" is such a great quote to have in mind whenever creating anything. Love the Citizen Kane nod

@elvisvan 4 күн бұрын

*insert "this content is now mine" meme

@iamjohnxu 16 күн бұрын

i met Wesley last year at Sundance. One of the most humble, bright kids ever. Had no idea it'd lead up to this moment years later, but never one more deserving!

@anonymous134y 14 күн бұрын

in reality hollywood is just trying to find something original. This is similar to the movies pre-2015 I don't understand why script writers in hollywood still have a job after 10 years of crap due only focusing on picture quality and wokism.

@benrosner_ 16 күн бұрын

Went to high school with Wesley and helped on the set of one of his films in the 9th grade. He's such a guy and the lengths he goes to in his filmmaking, even at 14 years old, is incredible

@Channel-xy2wj 12 күн бұрын

Soo what you think he got lots of help from his parents or someone? I doubt it’s the same with the film industry, but it’s a known thing that the music industry will prop up talent and pretend they had a humble upbringing when in actuality the labels orchestrated everything.

@IdJones11 12 күн бұрын

@@Channel-xy2wj arent you a bundle of sunshine

@Channel-xy2wj 12 күн бұрын

@@IdJones11for one, I didn’t even outright delegitimize their efforts. And as another point, skepticism exists for a reason. You’re right, maybe I am not a bundle of sunshines, but I can’t say your response was very good either.

@nicolasacquavella8254 20 сағат бұрын

@@IdJones11 🤣

@SeanDoesMagic 16 күн бұрын

aw wtf thank you for the mention ❤ made my year- great analysis! 🙏

@Muna_a Күн бұрын

Congrats, what an inspiring story! Hope Greta Gerwig caught my latest KZfaq short.

@christiancoolbaugh6311 16 күн бұрын

I love when long KZfaq videos have chapters to organize the video so per your question, yes I am reading this lol

@izzysaks4222 16 күн бұрын

I was an extra in this film and the fact one of my favorite directors has now seen my face makes me so happy. I imagine Wesly will soon become many people’s fave directors

@realaddiebowley 16 күн бұрын

Boutta watch this whole thing while I’m editing, thanks guys 🔥

@corbinbishop1991 16 күн бұрын

Same. Got excited when I saw it aha. Motivation.

@JonnyDiggit 15 күн бұрын

I saw Wesley's youtube video over 5 times by now. The first time I watched it, I was so captivated I rewatched it immediately after. I'm 18, it resonated with me more than any piece of content I've watched, like ever. Absolutely mind blowing to see this new age of cinema, and massive kudos to Wesley for getting a deal with hollywood.

@KrisMadas 16 күн бұрын

I'm so glad "nothing, except everything" blew up on this site! It never made sense to me why short films and indie animations are so difficult to view outside of film festivals. Isn't the point of making something to show it to people? Idk, it feels like some upcoming directors would rather take the "prestige" route of having their movie seen by 100 film critics/journalist rather than sharing it with real audiences of potentially millions on KZfaq. The algorithm is fickle, but if your content is great then people will find it... So glad Wesley is paving the way and I hope others follow suit :)

@spirithope 15 күн бұрын

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@beatbuildersstudio 16 күн бұрын

I think the thing most missed is that the guy thought of himself as a filmmaker first. He just happened to find luck uploading to KZfaq. I think this is were most creators go wrong. They call themselves "KZfaqrs". KZfaq isnt a job. Its a place to upload content. He also self funded hos own stuff. Many creators on this platform want to get paid to create there content. It should be find a way outside of KZfaq to make money to fund your own stuff. This is how all business works.

@spirithope 15 күн бұрын

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@chanelcoco 15 күн бұрын

love this take!

@firelordplayz 10 күн бұрын

Spot freaking on!! It's much much harder to literally start from nothing and 'just" be a KZfaqr. The most successful people on this platform are those who already had a lot going for them in whatever profession they were in and they just started uploading here. Look at all the immensely popular guys like Jake and Logan who were huge on Vine, fitness guys who were champions before starting their KZfaq channels etc.

@maze8548 16 күн бұрын

It was a great short film, but it is important to remember that like 40 professional film makers worked on it. Far outside of the scope for a typical KZfaqr...

@Sequaloid 14 күн бұрын

agreed it’s not that impressive

@meridiand81 14 күн бұрын

he wasn't just a typical KZfaqr, he is an actual filmmaker! this is a film meant as a full production, he just happened to have to upload it to KZfaq. Don't discount the excellent work of him and all the people who worked on it! :)

@LeahandBlair 13 күн бұрын

I just work on mine with vigor, a Samsung phone to edit with and a free editing app and 1 go pro. 🎉

@user-py7gm6dm5t 11 күн бұрын

@@Sequaloidfurnish me examples of better shorts done by a 17 year old. Honestly curious.

@firelordplayz 10 күн бұрын

@@meridiand81 You missed the point. That is exactly what he is saying: that the director is NOT a typical KZfaqr, or "just" a KZfaqr. Since he is not only a KZfaqr, that by default makes the movie a little bit less impressive. Imagine Steven Spielberg making a video and uploading it on KZfaq lol, that wouldn't be as impressive as we would already expect something great from him.

@MitchFrickingClark 16 күн бұрын

I was about to go to bed when I got this notification. Rip my sleep

@gonzounderscore 16 күн бұрын

You've got your priorities straight 😎

@RobettanGaming 13 күн бұрын

You say that everytime bro

@ChristinaAaliyah 16 күн бұрын

Saw that video being recommended for so long, just watched it bc of you guys! So cool to see the opportunities that can come from youtube

@ebasongaming 16 күн бұрын

It is great to see creators breaking out into larger spaces and making things that are new and fresh, but as you said, there's still going to be a big group of people who want to stay here. Myself for an example, (but not on this account) create lowe-budget, easy turn-out short stories every week and it's working out great. Staying low budget means low pressure. Having a weekly upload schedule means if I fail one week, I can move on quickly. It's allowed me to experiment and have fun with a lot of projects, and I bet there are many more out there who can find their own sweet spot as well. Love seeing how the industry is growing and becoming more exciting like this!

@basquetepravida 16 күн бұрын

I love when you guys post on Monday! Thank you ❤️

@raulgolfs 16 күн бұрын

Appreciate you all bringing insight to the creator economy for all of us creators to better understand and stay informed on what's new.

@Levimations 16 күн бұрын

ive just watched it right now,,, its so good brings so much clarity to life and resonates with my current state., so much love for y'all 🤍

@Cor3yonYT 13 күн бұрын

Another great video guys! Very informative and I appreciate your hard work Colin & Samir 🙏

@Cagiestt 16 күн бұрын

THANK YOU FOR MAKING THIS, I fell in love with this video and wanted to here so much more from Wesley. TY!

@cyano3d 15 күн бұрын

i am so glad you guys interviews him, i was just telling my friends about his success and short film yesterday and today i have a way to listen to him. he universe is reading my mind. I wish all the success to him and i cant wait for the movie he works on!!!!

@sb_ty3486 14 күн бұрын

I love this channel, cause I know every video is going to be a quality video. You know there's effort put into it and I kinda miss this in lot's of other channels

@the_philosopher_o_philosophos 16 күн бұрын

you are telling me the kid from Gotham is the main character and it did go viral. And there's quite attractive/ popular person on the cover. I AM ABSOLUTELY SHOCKED.🤯🤯🤯

@firelordplayz 10 күн бұрын

Hahaha, yeah, exactly!

@theclovisdiary 7 күн бұрын

This is Iconic I watched it with no clue but then I re-watched and re-watched again, I can not wait for the adapted movie. Kudos to Wesley!!

@SurferFN 16 күн бұрын

I remember watching Wesley’s video and immediately questioning how KZfaq is free

@stellviahohenheim 11 күн бұрын

Because it's not free

@jjwwtv 11 күн бұрын

Don't give them ideas💀

@Owen_Gallagher 14 күн бұрын

I watched "Nothing except everything" a while back and I was so moved by it. So glad they did this video.

@TheNetflixNook 16 күн бұрын

It’s the best and easiest new way to recruit indie filmmaker. I’m kind of surprised it’s taken this long.

@BrendanEvan 15 күн бұрын

Never heard of his video but I’m here for this convo

@shahzaibkhan6556 14 күн бұрын

This was one of my fav videos on KZfaq! Instantly recognized.

@sangmee_an 7 күн бұрын

While all of you guy's videos are intriguing and entertaining, this episode is so thought-provoking! I'm also interested to see how conventional media outlets, such as TV, theaters, and streamings, are going to find their ways to converge with creators on the internet, or vice versa. Thanks for your great work, as always!

@neverforgetmeever 13 күн бұрын

Speaking of finding content that speaks to a segment of an audience, fills theaters worldwide, sparks the interest of big streaming platforms and cable networks alike, is currently translated in over 50 languages, all while starting out as a small budget crowd funded project… you guys should do a deep dive on the tv series: The Chosen

@kelseylelei 15 күн бұрын

his stuff is absolutely insane. i literally wanna be in one of his projects just because he strikes a cord with people that i feel like hasn’t been seen for awhile

@ChristopherWadsworth_ 8 күн бұрын

I just got an ad for The Publish Press before this video and that was such a crazy thing I thought

@DeliaSlucutt 15 күн бұрын

Interesting! Enjoyed the perspectives, thank you.

@ellavanvlo 14 күн бұрын

I don’t like ads in videos but im definitely tempted to make a bio site, looks so good 😍

@jboremus 16 күн бұрын

just the beginning. thanks for making this, can't wait to revisit in the future.

@professorkorezi 16 күн бұрын

well done

@RangeWilson 16 күн бұрын

Seems like the basic equation hasn't changed... you want to be a Hollywood director, spend $50,000 and a year of your life making a short film, then hope that it truly rocks AND everything goes your way afterwards. Samir can do this right now if he really really wants to, but it's definitely not a path open to everyone.

@Bob_Smith19 15 күн бұрын

That’s the Kevin Smith formula.

@CoolScratcher 16 күн бұрын

I'm sixteen and Wesley and I have interacted before on the internet. So kind, so humble... if any young director deserves to make it big, it's this guy. I hope I get to work with him some day.

@stellviahohenheim 11 күн бұрын

You better be prepared to get on your knees boy

@Deepthinkerrr 15 күн бұрын

After so much struggles I now own a new house and my family is happy once again everything is finally falling into place!!

@LilyAshton88 15 күн бұрын

I'm 37 and have been looking for ways to be successful, please how??

@Deepthinkerrr 15 күн бұрын

Thanks to my co-worker (Alex) who suggested Ms Mary Elizabeth Webb .

@Deepthinkerrr 15 күн бұрын

She's a licensed broker in the states 🇺🇸

@Deepthinkerrr 15 күн бұрын

After I raised up to 325k trading with her I bought a new House and a car here in the states also paid for my son's surgery (Oscar). Glory to God.shalom.

@BenoitBenedict 15 күн бұрын

Wow that's nice She makes you that much!! please is there a way to reach her services, I work 3 jobs and trying to pay off my debts for a while now!! Please help me.

@wilbo.channel 16 күн бұрын

7:36 I mean… if you don’t consider A24 a “major studio” then I guess this is true? Like idk who told Wesley this-or if he just thought it was a fact himself-but the kid that made the “THE BACKROOMS” shorts got a deal with A24 to make a feature literally just last year. And he was *still in* high school and will seemingly still be in high school while directing (17yrs old)

@NeuraPod 14 күн бұрын

Another great episode. Thanks for covering this cool mini movie.

@Drunktopus 16 күн бұрын

I knew this video was going to hit it big-time from the first watch. Congrats to Wes!

@francienregelinkauthor 16 күн бұрын

I like these type of videos guys. Keep them coming! ❤

@tatacraft791 16 күн бұрын

i remember i kept getting it recommended to me so after about a month of nonstop being recommended to me i clicked it and it's a pretty good video.

@JodeciD 16 күн бұрын

Considering Fred and the Smosh movie are two comedy films that came out of KZfaq, I think Hollywood just saw it as a joke - so this is not what someone would expect.

@addalynngreenawalt2590 16 күн бұрын

I think Smosh (under defy) was marketing to a market that Ian and Anthony never wanted to market to, which was the 7-10 so the movie was shown and made for that demo

@snowy2619 11 күн бұрын

I remember watching that video and it being an absolute banger, definitely one of the gems of KZfaq you rarely come across.

@walnut_2455 6 сағат бұрын

Dude I watched this video right after it released and remember sharing it with my friends because of how great I found it. Dude deserves this

@whyshivm 16 күн бұрын

It was genuinely awesome short film i have watched recently; I aspire to work with you one day Wesley!!

@Grif_17 15 күн бұрын

wishing the best for you and your dreams

@Alhandsome 14 күн бұрын

Guys, love the setup and new camera!!!

@TheLilchris1296 14 күн бұрын

i hope the bridge keeps bridging because you guys are amazing at what yall do and more people should really see your show

@johnjohnsson9903 15 күн бұрын

S/O to The Town! Top tier podcast. Enjoyed this video

@baldlyrudy 16 күн бұрын

This was a great listen/watch.

@BenFilmsArt 16 күн бұрын

As someone currently making KZfaq videos who wants to make movies, I'm very hopeful that more of us will be given a chance in the film industry like this.

@lampree 16 күн бұрын

Been wanting this!!

@carpty6252 16 күн бұрын

Man I, like a lot of people are just craving for something authenthic for once on this platform, films like those are few and far between.

@shonen84 14 күн бұрын

Mannnn I never watched this but thank you for putting it on my radar guys!

@GrindHardPlumbingCo 16 күн бұрын

Fantastic story right here!

@chasingexperience6357 16 күн бұрын

Wesley & Colin & SAMIR ?! What a trio, congrats again Wes:’)

@REVIEWSONTHERUN 15 күн бұрын

Interesting! Thanks for sharing it. ✌️

@MouktikJoshi 16 күн бұрын

Loving the new intro!

@CoachDRdevelopment 14 күн бұрын

Awesome Video like always C & S. Still waiting for a "Gawx" interview or video about him

@piusgyagenda 8 күн бұрын

This is a great video and I believe most of people are joining KZfaq nowadays it's the dream they have. I have stories saved on my drive that am writing but am building an audience so that I can one day be Wesley Wang. Thank you for this video its inspirational.

@mikaeladreyer4693 16 күн бұрын

Thank you guys for sharing this story, probably my favorite video you’ve posted so far! Also in the film industry horror movies are the cheapest to make that’s why there’s so many made, Fall Guy is an action and will almost always be more expensive. The highest grossing movie with the lowest budget is The Blair Witch project.

@spirithope 15 күн бұрын

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@mrelmoresmusiclab 8 күн бұрын

Very interesting stuff. It's funny I have my main YT channel that is a great outlet, and then I have my animated TV show that is completely it's own thing. The TV show will happen, but it's all about timing and positioning in the market. Thanks for sharing this guys. Keep going.

@spiercephotography 16 күн бұрын

This is a fascinating look at why Hollywood is failing so hugely/why it can't really save itself! Like all your previous shows this has been a really fascinating & interesting listen. thanks guys!

@SpencerCornelia 16 күн бұрын

i love these style of videos from you guys. Darren Aronofsky is one of my three favorite directors, such a crazy story to be recognized by him on KZfaq.

@weeklyfascination 16 күн бұрын

Had to go watch the video. Mind blown.

@paleksaleks7977 16 күн бұрын

i watched the film 7 months ago when it first came out, and i had noe idea who anyone of the actors were. it was just something i normally wouldnt watch but i really did like it.

@jaredhart6847 16 күн бұрын

I have this strong desire to become a creator, having all of these ideas but lacking the experience to make them a reality. And knowing I am a speck in the KZfaq world

@demigreen6495 15 күн бұрын

You are still special and even if one person resonates with your content, itll be worth it, tell you story!

@jaredhart6847 15 күн бұрын

@@demigreen6495 YOU are truly special, thank you for the encouragement 💜

@user-tp7gx6cn8b 7 күн бұрын

I watched this movie as it came out and damn, it's so great to see that it blew up! Good luck with the feature film!

@Br0wnb0i 16 күн бұрын

Another banger from Colin and Samir

@dylanlarkin8771 15 күн бұрын

Very insightful podcast 🙌

@chrishughes8398 16 күн бұрын

Rackaracka actually didn’t pitch A24 for financing. They were financed by several small Australian production companies and A24 later bought the distribution rights after it premiered at Sundance. They basically went out and made it themselves hoping to find a distributor later. I think that will be the model that most “KZfaqrs” who want to bridge the gap will have to follow.

@spirithope 15 күн бұрын

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@GuilDormeus 16 күн бұрын

Saw the thumbnail and was like ya, I need to watch this asap

@ViktoriaBalog 16 күн бұрын

Yeees! "Talk to me" is another good example for youtubers who made a movie, which is really goood!

@OmairSadiqPanchili 16 күн бұрын

I remember that thumbnail so much....on one day out of nowhere as how it is with youtube...it showed up in mine....

@dylannn5139 16 күн бұрын

Was arguably the best KZfaq video I ever watched

@bellarose2706 16 күн бұрын

wait- i have never seen this video, and feel out of the loop this is so cool to hear about, kinda shows you that viral still doesnt hit everyone's sphere

@thoughtfulfootballer9567 16 күн бұрын

had to go back to the original somehow never saw it and it was brilliant.

@matthewrice1613 16 күн бұрын

Love this

@dannygiffels 16 күн бұрын

Goated channel!

@snowskul4103 2 күн бұрын

Itl go down as a one of the most iconic videos on youtube

@fearlessones 16 күн бұрын

Hot take - I think you guys could make a hollywood film but in what you guys do best, documentation of the creator lifestyle projects, maybe even Mr. Beast's Amazon series - behind the scenes, the real story. Could imagine watching that on Netflix. Would love to hear your side/perspective of that!

@spirithope 15 күн бұрын

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@KarlSkorger 16 күн бұрын

one thing is to be yourself on youtube 🔥

@Dylan_Archer 14 күн бұрын

Really liked the structure of this video, felt a bit different.

@benjaminpetersen1952 16 күн бұрын

Quick clip from Preston Goes, hell yeah.

@jonathanparham 16 күн бұрын

this industry news is why I watch y'all

@Jkwq1 21 минут бұрын

i love this!

@pyrecticwilliams9916 6 күн бұрын

I was one of three who thought seven. Definitely blew my mind at the time. That was one of the best KZfaq videos I ever saw, I almost thought it was professionally made movie

@MrFloris 16 күн бұрын

Is he even using that mic? .. how is someone IN the industry and have this type of audio qua.. oh well, why complain. this was a fantastic interview regardless, c and s is such a fantastic channel.

@seanmcelwee5034 10 күн бұрын

As we're seeing more of these youtube creator production studio projects, how do you think unions will impact this? If they're now switching from youtube to SAG workers where they're much more strict regulation on hours, rights, labor.... do you see these as hurdles that they're not familiar being a eye opening moment?

@Jensen-C 16 күн бұрын

this video is amazing.

@sirminimuffin4196 14 күн бұрын

Saw the thumbnail of this video and got curious, so I went back and watched the short film only to realize I had watched it 7 months ago, when it came out, and commented about how it resonated with me since I am in high school as a senior to which Wesley responded. Insane how I forgot about this, just like how the character in the short asks, is it better to forget or to remember?

@FrancoCarlesimoArt 16 күн бұрын

This is been happening for many many years now. just in case you don´t know. you have for example Fede Álvarez , who did a short film call "Panic Attack", that got Hollywood attention and then end up directiong movies. His latest one is Alien Romulus. Or you have David F. Sandberg (ponysmasher on YT) who did a short call "lights out" and then got to make it as a movie. End up directing The Shazam movies. Andrés Muschietti with the Short "Mama" end up making a movie about it with Guillermo del Toro and then did the IT movies. and I am sure there are many more. This is not new guys. But it's good that you're drawing the attention of new people. Cheers! :)

@spirithope 15 күн бұрын

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