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Overnight shoots are a familiar yet chaotic part of the filmmaking process. Just one night scene can mean days (or nights) of filming. It requires resetting your entire internal rhythm, sleeping during the day and fighting the exhaustion during those early hours. It’s enough to make anyone feel out of it, including our Some Time Later cast and crew.

It’s moments like these that make our industry special. Every set is different, every experience creates bonds and brings people together. We do it because we love it, despite the lack of sleep😴

#shortfilm #indiefilm #indiefilmmaking #overnightshoot #nightshoots

For the indie micro-budget short SOME TIME LATER, Executive Producer writer and actress @itsnotemery approached Solana Productions to make her screenplay on a self-funded budget.

To achieve this every producer on this film wore other important hats.
@erinhour doubled as Production Designer, @3rl3rl tripled up as casting director and Sound Designer/Mixer, @connorthomasla doubled as Production Manager, and @sheabutterpro was one of the earliest on the project and was our fearless director.

Independent film making isn't a science it's an art of collaboration and teamwork. We squeezed every bit of production value we could get onto the frame and we think it shows.

The numbers and stats of a film are only a part of the story, the work, effort, blood, sweat and tears to work as a collaborative team is the beating heart of passion projects like this.

Truthfully whoever produced this wouldn't have mattered if we didn't have the amazing crew that worked alongside us. While a few producers got us to set, this production was only possible through the dedication and talent of the crew.

Thank you to DP and colorist @brandan_haskell ; Costar @itzjimboi ; the entire camera and grip team @lauren.voth ; the entire makeup and hair department @samm_mua ; scheduling maestro @eculverson as AD; and our multi-talented PA's extras and craft services team of @chloepaglia and @msalinalarina

#producing #indiefilm #filmfinancing #microbudget #shortfilm #productionmanagement #sometimelater #bythenumbers #stats #productionmanagement #drama #budgeting #art

The Philly #peelandreveal for the official Eagles Nest West at @thebritsm new swag for the reigning champs

The Philly #peelandreveal for the official Eagles Nest West at @thebritsm new swag for the reigning champs

The Philly #peelandreveal for the official Eagles Nest West at @thebritsm new swag for the reigning champs

Why did I put the Golden Eye theme song on this #peelandreveal ? Because that’s the last time I was any good at video games, but we’re still stoked to be printing these shirts for @sololeveling.arise for @twitchcon

@gildan
@supacolor
@heatpressnation

Why did I put the Golden Eye theme song on this #peelandreveal ? Because that’s the last time I was any good at video games, but we’re still stoked to be printing these shirts for @sololeveling.arise for @twitchcon

@gildan
@supacolor
@heatpressnation

ILLUMINATED, was a labor of love from the start and even before we got on set we knew the team we were working with was special. We want to give a huge shout out to the creatives who worked with us on this intense two day shoot.

Cinematographer/ Cam B Op: @lewymusic
DP/ Cam A Op: @richbella
Production Designer/ Wardrobe: @erinhour
MUA: @makeupbyjett
Gaffer: @thisispierrehq
Grip: @kayjaofficial
AC: @lauren.voth and Joe Kim
AD: @dantewest__coast
PA: @eculverson
Sound: @3rl3rl

This crew was invaluable in making this beautiful and strange project as beautiful and strange as it is.
A huge thank you from Solana Productions to everyone who has joined us on ILLUMINATED!

#shortfilm #cosmichorror #indiefilm #illuminated #horrorshort #productionlife #productioncrew #productioncompany #cinematographer #productiondesigner #gaffer #grip #mua #assistantdirector #productionassistant #assistantcamera

Solana Productions was built on a passion for storytelling, and this is a part of the journey that led me here.

From music to live production to filmmaking, I’ve spent years honing my craft, learning how to bring stories to life, no matter the budget. Now, with Solana Productions, I’m creating character-driven films that push creative boundaries, starting with Illuminated and Some Time Later.

Solana Productions isn’t just about making films it’s about building a community of artists who want to tell bold, original stories. If you’re a filmmaker, actor, or creative looking to collaborate, follow us and join the journey.

#IndieFilm #Filmmaking

Hello 2025! ✨
We are just getting started. 🏆
Full speed ahead. 🚀

“No matter how hard or impossible it is, never lose sight of your goal.” – Monkey D Luffy

A little while back, I helped on set & with some test shots for the Bristol Studio x NBA Collection. 🏀
The experience was inspirational AF. 🙏
📸 Photography by the legendary, @ianflaniganphotographs
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#photography

A little while back, I helped on set & with some test shots for the Bristol Studio x NBA Collection. 🏀
The experience was inspirational AF. 🙏
📸 Photography by the legendary, @ianflaniganphotographs
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#photography

A little while back, I helped on set & with some test shots for the Bristol Studio x NBA Collection. 🏀
The experience was inspirational AF. 🙏
📸 Photography by the legendary, @ianflaniganphotographs
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#photography

A little while back, I helped on set & with some test shots for the Bristol Studio x NBA Collection. 🏀
The experience was inspirational AF. 🙏
📸 Photography by the legendary, @ianflaniganphotographs
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#photography

Livestream shenanigans!
Becoming a zombie, was such a blast.
Thanks again to @hitchcockblondequeen for unleashing my inner monster. 😈
10/10 would do again!
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#zombie #livestream #iamcringebutiamfree

‘ILLUMINATED’

A Cosmic Horror short film.
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Produced by yours truly.
(As well as taking on quite a few other roles.)😅

Solana Productions was born out of this project,
and I’m proud to be a part of the journey.

I’ve gotten to be involved in every aspect of turning this idea into reality, and I’m thankful to finally get to put all my skills into practice.

I really feel like I am just getting started.
Thanks for looking.

- 3RL

#shortfilm #losangeles #producer

Being a zombie in the 9-5 grind isn’t easy. From walking in debt to crushing dead-lines, it’s all about staying DEADicated. Another day, another brain cell lost. But hey, we’ll rise again tomorrow! 🧟‍♂️☕
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#zombielife #relatable #zombie #funnyshorts

I AM THE LIVING DEAD! 💀 🧟
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HUGE THANK YOU to @hitchcockblondequeen for the horrifically AMAZING transformation! They stepped in last minute to transform my livestream into a Monster-piece!!!
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Filmed a lil skit as well. So more zombie vibes coming soon. 😈
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#zombie