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Phil Smy's avatar

I miss that office of Berwick. I remember the first time going there and being awed and the combination and creativity and chaos.

Lucas Rebelo's avatar

It’s funny that you talk so much about faith—I’m an agnostic, yet I feel I have more faith today than I did years ago, back when I didn't know what career path to take but still prayed every day.

I’ve been working on a very personal film for four years now; since then, I’ve made many other videos, shorts, and music videos, collaborators have come and gone, I’ve changed gear countless times, and I’ve nearly given up just as often... Ultimately, one of the few things that gets me out of bed these days is the dream that one day I'll see a film of mine on the big screen.

Greetings from Brazilian Amazon!

Elliot Grove's avatar

Greetings from London!

Hope and Dreams = Faith in my opinion

Sounds like you are full of energy

Which is inspiring

Nuala Riddell-Morales's avatar

I think I resonate with 5 at the moment. Currently, thanks to @ChrisSmith, have a trampoline effect going on at Carnaval del Pueblo, lots of strong, highly experienced and skilled people coming together around the Carnaval del Pueblo trampoline, stabalising it whilst the core CDP Team are therefore able to do acrobátics in the middle of the trampoline, up to the sky. Thank you Westminster Unison, Raindance Film Festival and the rest ❤️ #LaVidaEsUnCarnaval

Elliot Grove's avatar

That sounds tricky

Do you have a BTS you could share?

Nuala Riddell-Morales's avatar

Snap! Carnaval del Pueblo! Truly a relief realising we are not the only ones on a similar journey! I don’t feel quite so weird anymore ❤️

Crystel Amsalem's avatar

Thank you so much for your words. They truly mean more than you can imagine. It remind me why I keep going, especially during the difficult moments.

Filmmaking has always been the deepest passion in my life. It’s not just what I do—it’s a part of who I am. I honestly can’t imagine doing anything else.

I’m currently in post-production on a new independent film that means a great deal to me. We made it with a small crew, very limited resources, and a lot of love and dedication. Every person involved gave their heart to this project, and I’m incredibly grateful for that.

When it’s finished, it would be such an honor to share it with your festival. Thank you again for your encouragement—it genuinely gives filmmakers like me the strength to keep creating.❤️

Elliot Grove's avatar

Congrats on your film

Share it when finished!

Crystel Amsalem's avatar

Sure, I will, thanks 😊