Immediately recognised the thumbnail lol

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!

"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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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 :)

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.

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.

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

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

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!

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

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

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

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.🤯🤯🤯

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!!!!

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.

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

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

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 🤍

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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)

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!!

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

Guys, love the setup and new camera!!!

This was a great listen/watch.

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

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

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!

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

Interesting! Enjoyed the perspectives, thank you.

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

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

Interesting! Thanks for sharing it. ✌️

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

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

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.

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

Been wanting this!!

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

Fantastic story right here!

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

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

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.

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.

Had to go watch the video. Mind blown.

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.

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!

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

Loving the new intro!

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

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!

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!

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

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

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

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.

Just watched this video yesterday then got this recommendation. Yt algorithm is something else

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.

one thing is to be yourself on youtube 🔥

this industry news is why I watch y'all

I have gotten this video in my recommended so many times and now I will never watch it out of principle

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

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.

Very insightful podcast 🙌

Was arguably the best KZfaq video I ever watched

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! :)

It's fascinating to observe the extent to which social media has democratised the entertainment industry. From influencers hosting and interviewing celebrities on red carpets, to their presence at prestigious events like the Met Gala and other major fashion gatherings, and now, even in the realm of filmmaking. Wesley Wang's journey exemplifies this shift, demonstrating how platforms like KZfaq empower creators to bypass traditional gatekeepers and forge their own path to success in Hollywood. I wanted to emphasise the importance of Cord Jefferson's speech at the Oscars, urging the industry to invest in low-budget films. He specifically said "I understand that this is a risk-averse industry, I get it. But $200 million movies are also a risk. And it doesn’t always work out, but you take the risk anyway. Instead of making one $200 million movie, try making 20 $10 million movies. Or 50 $4 million movies.” I hope the industry recognises the value in supporting the next generation of filmmakers, regardless of budget size. After all, Wesley's story illustrates it perfectly.

Another banger from Colin and Samir

With Eugene leaving the Try Guys and expanding in the traditional space it would be super interesting to see you interview him in 1-2 years to see that progression into directing, producing and writing.

I watched some time after it was uploaded and HOLY SHIT THAT WAS THE BEST MOST IMMERSIVE RELATABLE, FANTASTICALLY SHOT, SUPER DEEP CUTTING AND PERFECT PIECE OF MEDIA IVE EVER SEEN ON THIS PLATFORM !!

Quick clip from Preston Goes, hell yeah.

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

he had such a memorable film too. everyone who watched it remembers the thumbnail as well as much of the story behind it, its so much different than anything you see on the site. i dont agree with this guy being considered a "youtuber." he's a film maker and this was a whole operation. it doesnt feel like it was made for youtube, its not mrbeast, its not begging for views. hope he goes far in life, interested in seeing longer projects from him

Colin and Lucas are literally the same person, you cant trick me!

Nice that Colin interviews himself

I first saw this on your publish press Email

the discord sound effects has me tripping haha

There’s a difference between knowing to make a project for a small budget for a platform like KZfaq and then being able to translate that to Hollywood. Everything has a cost in Hollywood. Being able to ask for favors or sidestep certain steps that normally incur a cost as a KZfaq creator wont fly in the professional setting. Everyone has their hand out when you step up to Hollywood. Even if you initially are able to maybe make something for cheap, if you have any success and start making good money, that will quickly change, cause soon as the people helping you out see the money you’re bringing in, those favors go out the window. Plus, the unions would never allow a small KZfaq production company come in and make a cheap project by paying people less or sidestepping normal procedures. So I think that people like Wesley will quickly learn that their 45k project will balloon exponentially once they have to play with the big kids, and that’s why after all these years of KZfaq creators, we haven’t seen more of these stories and I doubt it will explode beyond a handful here and there. In the end it will just come down to good ideas and talented people, not whether or not they can currently make content for cheap, cause asking a friend to help shoot a video and hiring a union camera team are two very difficult scenarios.

When I watched the video i picked 7 and was so blown away😂😂

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?