In Episode 2 of Season 5, host Tom Oliva sits down with All American High School Film Festival alumna Ella Janes to discuss her evolution as a filmmaker. Ella delves into the creation of her award-winning short film The Derivative Outlook on Love From the Perspective of Two Sixteen-Year-Olds, which earned her the Best Editing award at AAHSFF 2023. She also reflects on her earlier work, The First 280 Honest Words of My Life, which won Best Experimental at AAHSFF 2022.
Ella shares insights into her creative process, the challenges of independent filmmaking, and how her Oklahoma City roots have influenced her storytelling.
Tune in to hear about her experiences at AAHSFF and her advice for high school filmmakers navigating the world of cinema.
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Filmography:
Happiness in the Palm of Her Hand
The Derivative Outlook on Love From the Perspective of Two Sixteen-Year-Olds
The First 280 Honest Words of My Life
Prom Dress Music Video
Mr. Baxter
Cut Scenes From a Love Story
The Thrilling Adventure of Amos Waters