DIRECTION I worked on this project solo purely as a passion project, experimenting with new pacing, lighting, and cinematography styles. I opted for a slower and more introspective feel than much of my past work to reflect the thoughtful nature of the story. CREDITS Written, directed, filmed, & edited by Devan Sakaria

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INFO Collection of my best recent shots. DIRECTION I worked on this project solo purely as a passion project, experimenting with new pacing, lighting, and cinematography styles. I opted for a slower and more introspective feel than much of my past work to reflect the thoughtful nature of the story. CREDITS Written, directed, filmed, &

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DIRECTION After a bit of a filmmaking hiatus, this project was a reintroduction to some editing and cinematography styles. I was heavily inspried by Sam Kolder’s filmmaking style in The Creative Process. This project was filmed over the summer of 2024 between New Jersey and Chicago. CREDITS Written, directed, filmed, & edited by Devan Sakaria

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