Favorite Parts of Being a Filmmaker at Humanist Films
Ming, a filmmaker at Humanist Films, finds joy in the entire filmmaking process, from "making something from nothing" to the communal experience of watching films in a theater. The ability of documentaries, in particular, to create positive impact and "help others" is a key source of fulfillment in their career.
Filmmaking, Creativity, Collaboration, Storytelling, Social Impact
Advizer Information
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Job Title
Company
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Ming Lai
Filmmaker
Humanist Films
UCLA
CSULB, M.A., English
English
Arts, Entertainment & Media
Creative
None Applicable
Video Highlights
1. I love the process of filmmaking and being creative.
2. I love working with talented people and making something from nothing.
3. I love that films can have an impact and help others, especially documentaries.
Transcript
What do you enjoy most about being in your current role?
As a filmmaker, I love making films. I love the process of filmmaking, and I love going to theaters.
I love sitting in a dark room and experiencing that communal feeling of enjoying a film, and I love doing that at home too. I enjoy being creative within the filmmaking process.
I love working with talented people and creating something from nothing. I love the idea of making something that can have an impact and help others.
While not all narrative films achieve this, documentaries especially have the ability to truly help people. I believe that's a significant aspect. So, I love all these things about film, and that's what truly brings me joy.
Advizer Personal Links
humanistfilms.com, craftofspeed.com, visionsofwarriors.com