How I Make a Movie Alone

I hope you enjoy this lengthy behind the scenes look at my process! Hopefully it can inspire and show how much you can accomplish on your own if you get creative!
In case you missed it, here's The Day Sunglasses Were Invented - krplus.net/bidio/j5tqlJKaf6nMppw

Joel, i'm not gay but you are the man of my life.

you really have great production value with so little, not even youtubers with a budget give me the same feeling of care that you do

"minimize the stuff that makes it a chore for you and maximize the stuff that makes it fun" is seriously sage advice for WHATEVER discipline your art-form is! Thanks for this insight, Joel!

I'm not a filmmaker but I really loved the idea of "Maximize the things you do like and minimize the things you don't" - something that I feel applies to all aspects of life and creativity. I'm really glad your channel is taking off, looking forward to see where you go next :)

I know it makes sense but there's something I find so funny about you explaining why you're using a vhs for the behind the scenes footage so that's why it looks grainy and old, and then explaining how you get your digital camera looking artificially grainy and old for the film :p

This is so wholesome. I've been following your channel for a while now and I have been amazed at how creative, hilarious and talented you are. I have watched damn near every video of yours and I have loved each and every one. And now that you've shown us how you create these shorts, it just makes me appreciate all of the hard work you put in even more. Anyway, I just wanted to say that I love your channel and that this internet stranger is really proud of you! Keep doing you, Joel!

There’s no dislikes because everyone appreciates the fact Joel gives away all his “industry” secrets and I love that

as a filmmaker who usually does everything alone ,this is way too relatable

"what were you thinking? whawauwuwawuau-" amazing

It’s always more humiliating when two people laugh at you vs one person laughing at you

Well what do you know? Sometimes magicians *do* reveal their secrets.

"It usually works pretty well... doesn't work so well". LOL

Joel, you are an embodiment of what KRplus should and was always meant to be. Thanks for sharing everything that you do.

chaotic good

The dryer sheet trick is great AND it keeps your videos smelling fresh between washes

As someone who just recently found Joel's channel I can, without any doubt, say that he is a modern day bob ross. Joel is very wholesome, and just wants people to be creative.

Okay, but I'd love to see how Joel Haver, host of the Joel Haver show, prepares for those long days of constant shooting

My God the absolute best part of the rise of Joel Haver in 2020 is that it's akin to uncovering the Library of Alexandria for aspiring filmmakers. So many filmmaking tips and techniques shared with a growing audience. Thank you Joel, you wonderful man.

The funny thing is that while you 'hate lighting,' you're actually really good at using it effectively. Well done!

Thank you Joel. I knew you were going to be a really cool guy like this in "real life" or whatever, but this helps so much as well. You're are truly a Renaissance Man. You give my incoherency a possible meaningful existence. Well done!

This was extremely well edited to show the process you go through, thank you!

You're a creative genius, dude. Your animations brought me here, but I'm really loving every bit of this content. Especially enjoyed this look into your creative process. Keep doing what makes you happy!

This was cool to see. Thanks for making it. I had been wondering if you were using rear or front projection. I can't believe how small of a space you actually use for it. Way to get it done.

Man, you're truly the best. I'd love to see the day when you're on the big screen if theaters don't go out of fashion

Some unlucky dude hit the dislike button and didn’t notice.

Holy shit the dryer sheet is genius, legit gaussian girl

I want to buy you a spotlight if that’s something you would like

That dryer sheet thing is genius! I love the mix of practical effects instead of going 100% digital

I’ve been binging all of your content since you blew up. You’re great man

The 3 dislikes are from people who had sun glasses on indoors and couldn't tell which was the like button. 👍🏻

Resourcefulness over resources. DiY spirit and never say die attitude. I like your style.!! I'm a new fan. Been watching your videos like crazy for a week or so.

Joel, now we need a
How I Made "How I Make A Movie Alone"

Love the rear projection, definitely going to experiment with that.

It’s awesome watching you do a behind the scenes. You can see how much creativity and effort went into a short goofy film. Super inspirational! :)

I cannot express how much joy this brings me.

Your channel is a gold mine man. Love that you're getting more recognition as of late.

You say you make them alone but that's my grandpa playing the boss?
I appreciate artists that DIY and share tips and advice with others. My first thoughts with your channel were that it looks polished, but the big thing that shines through is your acting/writing/timing ect! Reminds me of how Gus Johnson started with just his phone camera.

I'm so grateful for this channel.

"I guess he's Bobby Johnson now."
Lol when the character takes over.

holy shit so much effort put into the craft. love it.

This is easily one of the best behind the scenes videos I’ve ever scene.

Such a young talent. Can't wait to see where he'd be in 10 years when I'm around his age. A legend in the making he is

“this is something i invented myself” a dryer sheet wrapped around a lens
in all honesty that’s pretty genius

This video is very engaging and relaxing at the same time.
I often use it to calm down my thinking station upstairs. Thank you!

This was super inspiring and made me really want to make more films

thank you! this was absolutely brilliant. both as a learning and entertainment experience

Isn't that the rare PS3 TV that could do 2 different 3D screens for coop games?

VHS tape Joel is my favorite Joel

I never thought you would be using a Pocket 4k! Love those cameras. Thanks for showing us your process.

You come across as nutty on screen, even more so behind the scenes. And I love ever moment of it! Keep doing what you do best dude!

You are personally inspiring me to want to try this sorta stuff out! You really show that anyone can do the stuff you do, and you're so humble about every step. Truly, you are as they say in the business: "a good one."

Love this, such a good insight to your creative process!

Thank you for a look at your creative process

Thank you so much for sharing your process!

watching your old stuff is even better somehow. Thanks for sharing

I really enjoyed this. Genius, just genius

Loved this and actually learned a thing or two!

Loving the techniques.

The deal is sealed, this is my favorite channel on KRplus.

a very interesting upload! I wonder what your openness/conscientiousness test scores would be. your process really looks like a way to get things done by a person who is creative but gets bored easily

I love the use of the projector backgrounds it's such a great idea!

this makes watching your skits and videos even better knowing the effort put in it

This is super helpful Joel, thank you!

Really cool to see how much of this is done in-camera. The work of a true genius.

Thank you for this!

What an amazing vid. I loved the original video, and the in behind the scene was such an eye opening perspective into your process.
Thanks so much for this, have a great day :D

your dedication is admirable

You’re a Mad genius.
Loved this

Amazing! This deserves way more views!

The fact you keep showing your process is just really so awesome.. thank you so much!

I love watching behind the scenes footage while I am editing. For some reason it always inspires me to keep working.

The amount of talent you have Joel is unbelievable, hope to see one of your works on the big screen one day!

This is so intuitive I’m going to get a projector today! You’ve inspired me Joel!

Joel, your ingenuity and passion are so unique and make your content completely new and amazing.

tbh you have become already one of my most fav youtube channels. your vids and art is outstanding on youtube. and you're a realy smart and honest guy. which is very rare on this side.respect!

I love your philosophy on film making, this is why you're such a legend.

genuinely one of the greatest persons ever. thank you for giving us such a sincere look on how you create your best works Joel 💞

this makes it give it more value to what you do. Editing is already a pain in the ass so really having a script doesnt make it easier. I love your videos joel, and your editing is always on point. You're an incredible story teller

I love you man, you're very talented

Impressive set-up!

Great insight!

Absolutely Champion Joel

I love that you utilize everything holy shit

This is awesome, bro. Hope other videos such as this are coming soon.

Vinyl is such a sweet little emulator. Good to hear you’re on that pro audio shit Joel 👌🏽

To the people of the future in 2030, I hope you're looking back fondly on gems like this from Joel, after many years of his continued success and expression in film. Love seeing a true artists show their passion like this while also teaching others what they've learned.

Why is this my favorite video of the last few I’ve seen? “You look… you look like… DAMMIT!” HAHAAHA!

I made my first movie on a super 8. I attempted Claymation and then we did a wolfman transformation. I'm up on KRplus from high school when I was in a JCA company that made a 30 min sketch comedy show on our local television station called "Stand By" the clip is called 'Pick Your Punishment' I'm the host with the perm. Great lesson you layed down here! Ver a nice

This was a neat look behind the curtain. :D

Joel's videos are always so meta.
I absolutely love not always being able to tell if I'm being f*ed with or not :p
In this case... it's fascinating to notice how the "behind the scenes" are shot like it's a professional movie. And that he acts the part as well.
I mean, every shot in this video itself is meticulously planned out and executed. As well as his own behaviour, in most cases/all

Gotta love the 4K upload resolution

Love the bts, thanks for sharing!

this is actually like weirdly inspiring to me

Beautiful man

Cool stuff loving it

Bobby Johnson, what kind of man needs protection from the sun?

So the entire dialogue is improvised? Or how do you make sure that what they’re saying to each other lines up? This is awesome.

Amazing!

Love this ❤️