not your average college decision video

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  • Опубликовано: 24 дек 2024

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  • @mahadthementor
    @mahadthementor 3 месяца назад +1325

    Dudeeeee this was such a great watch. Had me watching on 1x instead of 2x and everything. Fantastic shots, storytelling, and pacing. Excited to see more!

    • @heechanlim.mp4
      @heechanlim.mp4  3 месяца назад +126

      your videos helped me get through so many academic struggles 😭😭 crazy to see you here and tysm

    • @lucindareadsbooks
      @lucindareadsbooks 3 месяца назад +31

      watching everything on 2x is so real tho

    • @bunlayheng3513
      @bunlayheng3513 3 месяца назад +10

      NO WAY it’s mahad

    • @staybased9320
      @staybased9320 Месяц назад +1

      yo we got gohar khan right here

    • @jxtk3154
      @jxtk3154 20 дней назад +1

      Omg mahad from gohar

  • @kyIiekat
    @kyIiekat 3 месяца назад +1034

    You know they are going to be a great student when they make a beautiful cinematic college decisions film for fun

  • @starmc630
    @starmc630 3 месяца назад +517

    The match cuts between the cooking and writing scene was INSANE. So glad Stanford recognized your talent with filmmaking (I saw it after seeing your high school graduation video!) I was also shocked when I saw that you went to Issaquah (coming from a Skyline filmmaker lolll) anyway great video!

  • @homo-sapienovo740
    @homo-sapienovo740 3 месяца назад +391

    i think i fell in love
    in all seriousness tho as a current senior applying to colleges right now, this has encapsulated the very thought process i've been going through. kudos to u man.

    • @sarahzhang717
      @sarahzhang717 Месяц назад +2

      you’re so real for this 😭
      good luck on your applications!! I’m going through the same rn and it’s stressful asf

    • @Andrea-gs7os
      @Andrea-gs7os 3 дня назад +1

      I KNOWW RIGHTT ITS STRESSING I JUST SUBMITTED ONE EARLIER

  • @alvinalvinalvinalvinalvin
    @alvinalvinalvinalvinalvin 8 дней назад +22

    As a filmmaker myself, this is some of the strongest visual storytelling I've seen in a short film ever. It's clear that you not only have talent, but you have the skills of someone who has poured hours and hours and hours and hours and hours into their craft, not because they want money, not because they want approval, but just because they love it. This video is a phenomenal work of art. You will go places.

  • @leesoo-yeon9933
    @leesoo-yeon9933 2 месяца назад +98

    You proved why Stanford accepted you,
    If they loose such an amazing filmmaker like you,
    It would have been a huge loss for your college.
    This was the best college decision video I've ever came across.
    You kept up with your title!
    Cheers for your journey towards achieving great things as a filmmaker ❤

  • @cherishokay
    @cherishokay 3 месяца назад +113

    I’m going to pretend this comment section is letterbox as it was the best cinematic experience I’ve had all week… a genuine portrayal of the college application process and my current life, emphasis on current, not future, as this beautifully conveyed that we are not defined by what schools we get into or what schools we didn’t. So beautifully made; this is film.

  • @glassintheice
    @glassintheice 3 месяца назад +143

    I seriously shed tears, this perfectly captured the feelings and things we face as seniors and what colleges and/or society expects us to do but it’s truly about doing what you want and not where you go. This is an amazingly beautiful and inspiring film.
    You have the potential to be the next Wesley Wang. Keep it up❤🎉

  • @dead...insomniac3455
    @dead...insomniac3455 3 дня назад +7

    The foreshadowing of stanford with the paper bag walking by at the start? Total genius. Really appreciate the attention to the finest details

  • @zafaris
    @zafaris 3 месяца назад +95

    Wow, my guy casually made a movie. The cinematography and storytelling is next level. As someone who just graduated from university, it's such a precious and exciting time of your life. Keep it up man and all the best for the future :)

  • @sarahisshort2645
    @sarahisshort2645 3 месяца назад +57

    As a current high school senior: from the bottom of my heart, thank you. I've been so stressed, wondering if the schools I'm applying to are too above my range (and of course worrying about whether they'll reject me), but this gave me so much reassurance in my future. I may not know where I will end up, but regardless of where I go, that will not define my future. Only I can do that.

  • @lornnaaa99
    @lornnaaa99 9 дней назад +9

    this gave me goosebumps, as a hs senior applying to college rn i can so relate to this😢😢 just got rejected from my dream school, this video made me realize senior year is so much more than just applying

  • @RuthS-fm8pc
    @RuthS-fm8pc 11 дней назад +5

    Wtf this actually gave me shivers, it was so good. I’m a freshman (in the same hs u went to which is actually crazy cause I recognize those hallways and gym) but this rly means a lot. Even as a freshman I’m constantly just hearing about grades and test scores, college apps etc. and it’s sooo tiring but this literally made me feel so happy so tysm and congrats on ur acceptance!!

  • @abhedhya
    @abhedhya 3 месяца назад +47

    i love watching people do the thing they love so much. this video made me so emotional the pressure to get into a school is so immense that we forget why we started and why i want to do this , why do i love this . i am going through the same process and was waitlisted by my dream college. the situation made me so stressed out i could physically feel the pain in my brain maybe the voices got just to loud. seeing this really made me realise that okay maybe its not that bad. you'll be okay regardless. i have never been happier to watch a yt video so much. looking forward to more content.

  • @h1thin
    @h1thin 12 дней назад +13

    I watched this video while eating nuggets, which only happens to the most elite youtube videos, welcome to the nugget club

  • @el-dawn
    @el-dawn 2 месяца назад +16

    I legit teared up, dude. It's such an overwhelming feeling to see someone who's passionate about something. Like damn, human really are full of love. And by watching this video alone, I can feel how much you love filmmaking and telling stories. It was a great watch, great pace, great story telling, and great directing. Wishing you all the best in your next journey. Hopefully we'll be able to see amazing works done by your hand in the future! ✨✨

  • @learningwithlanden
    @learningwithlanden 3 дня назад +1

    Remarkable! The speeddating colleges idea, the literal definition of "let him cook" contrasted, the college logo board, and much more were so creatively and masterfully done. Congrats on going to Stanford, one of the few relatively solid ivy/ivy-equivalent universities left in modern post-secondary education. Excited to see who you connect with there to be inspired and what your vision brings to light!

  • @bridgetlol5320
    @bridgetlol5320 2 месяца назад +13

    You are such a talent and the fact that this was after college decisions shows you genuinely love this. I hope you have a long and beautiful career because I know I’d love to see your work again

  • @keytibayan
    @keytibayan 2 месяца назад +9

    you know they're a good film maker/story teller when you get emotionally invested in an 8 minute video (first time on your channel too!). that was beautiful.

  • @starlit-t8z
    @starlit-t8z 3 месяца назад +243

    why does this only have 8k views?!!?? this video is so beautiful

    • @akira6389
      @akira6389 2 месяца назад +3

      FOOOR REAAAL

    • @Pr0d3gi
      @Pr0d3gi 2 месяца назад +1

      its corny

    • @starlit-t8z
      @starlit-t8z 2 месяца назад

      @@Pr0d3gi cringe comment but ur entitled to ur opinion

  • @Hello_kitty_lover03
    @Hello_kitty_lover03 2 месяца назад +7

    This is by far the best most beautiful college decision video. From the cinematic portrayal of the unis to the final decision letter, so perfect you’re gonna reach so far in life

  • @ianweinstein9260
    @ianweinstein9260 2 месяца назад +9

    This was actually amazing. Definitely my favorite college decisions video ever. You completely encapsulated the drama of the college admissions process in a not generic, unique, and meaningful way. Great job!

  • @maryl482
    @maryl482 2 месяца назад +6

    I was moved to tears by this; the emotional response you evoked was unparalleled. The music, the underlying narrative, and your ability to encapsulate the feelings of every senior during these challenging times elevated this short film to another level, leaving me awe-struck. As a senior aspiring to attend a prestigious college like you, I deeply resonated with it. My goal is to get into BC, and I have felt inundated with angst and doubts about whether the countless hours of effort I've invested will pay off.
    Anyway, though I don't know you personally, this film beautifully reflects your character, and I can't wait to see you embark on your next journey. Keep capturing those fleeting moments that perfectly encapsulate what makes humans, humans.

  • @Debasmitamandal-fi9rs
    @Debasmitamandal-fi9rs 6 дней назад +1

    got this recommended 2 months later but so glad that it did!
    I'm not even close to college age so I don't know the experience. But even my unexperienced self can feel the emotions you expressed! Loved the scene with you and the college-humans sitting in the table.

  • @pranshpatwa6008
    @pranshpatwa6008 20 дней назад +5

    As a senior applying to colleges, this hit me hard
    I'll come back to this video if i get into my dream uni

  • @xanderfernandez_
    @xanderfernandez_ 3 месяца назад +43

    BROTHER ;00 Dude this was incredible wtf. The storytelling, the creative direction, the cinematography… amazing work bro. You never fail to impress me. It makes me incredibly proud to see you grow. Those colleges that rejected you are missing out on a talented individual 🙏 Wishing you the best for your future homie :^)

  • @mathiasbecerra6946
    @mathiasbecerra6946 3 месяца назад +24

    Congratulations and welcome to Stanford!!! You are extremely talented

  • @tahminaislam1518
    @tahminaislam1518 2 месяца назад +5

    This peace of work displays how so many applying students like myself feel, and I feel a little bit better knowing my peers are on the same boat as me. I'll come back to this comment if I get accepted to my dream univeristy.

  • @sofiaaguilar2639
    @sofiaaguilar2639 7 дней назад +1

    This is amazing. Keep following your dreams, you’ll go far.

  • @BobRoss-nj9et
    @BobRoss-nj9et Месяц назад +3

    What the FUCK this is the first video to ever make me cry
    This is beautiful, people like you give me such high hopes for the film industry in the future. Best of luck to you

  • @Ilyaghvu
    @Ilyaghvu 2 месяца назад +5

    Yes, bro, I am in the same spot as you and feel you. I wanna say one thing - The bird when sitting on a branch not rely on a branch because when a branch breaks, a bird does not fall on the ground, the bird flies away because it trusts in its wings. Good luck bro, oscar is yours, Jesus loves you!

  • @randolphdouge6547
    @randolphdouge6547 8 дней назад +1

    not a big commenter but as a freshman at Caltech and someone who loves films and making videos everything about this is near perfect and captures so many feelings that are hard to express. Keep inspiring!!

  • @yam4129
    @yam4129 2 месяца назад +2

    This is one of the coolest and most beautiful videos I've ever watched. I love the color grading, music choice, and story telling. Looking forward to watching more from you!

  • @hansiniarka3475
    @hansiniarka3475 3 дня назад +1

    absolutely incredible! that was so pleasing to watch. this video is a testament of your love and passion for film making. u deserved that place at stanford!! but even if you didn't yes a school doesn't define a person I hope you continue making videos like these ❤️

  • @nicholaskreidler2088
    @nicholaskreidler2088 3 дня назад +1

    brilliant. phenomenal storytelling. excited to see what you do next.

  • @nazym2056
    @nazym2056 Месяц назад +3

    For some reason I got so emotional and by the end I just cried. This is honestly a masterpiece

  • @Starz165
    @Starz165 2 месяца назад +4

    Out of all of the college decision videos I’ve seen online, this is the best college decision video I’ve ever seen. Hope as amazing of a story teller as you one day

  • @lisetteloves2637
    @lisetteloves2637 2 месяца назад +2

    commenting for algorithm boost, THIS WAS SO GOOD.

  • @sir.charlesmadden842
    @sir.charlesmadden842 13 дней назад +2

    This video is more than exceptional; it's passionate. This experience was so great, man. Congrats on getting into Stanford. Please, post the playlist of this video because the music in it was absolute fire!!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @absolutelyanisa
    @absolutelyanisa 2 месяца назад +1

    This gave me real emotions. I got shivers, my heart sank when I saw the USC rejection, terrified of the what ifs of my life, but it was so real. I love the cinematography. I think you’re going places and you’re destined to do filmmaking.

  • @senoraskarov
    @senoraskarov 13 дней назад +1

    this is absolutelyAMAZING; you have impeccable talent. Continue what you are doing and I am sure that you will achieve great things in life!

  • @ginac.8361
    @ginac.8361 17 дней назад +1

    This brought tears to my eyes. Thank you.

  • @AngelinaChenFilms
    @AngelinaChenFilms 3 месяца назад +9

    The choice of music and lighting expressed the emotions I can tell you were feeling perfectly. Thank you for sharing something so important to you!! This was beautiful

  • @DiyaVenkataragavan
    @DiyaVenkataragavan 3 месяца назад +20

    this is a goddamn piece of art

  • @friedsocks2190
    @friedsocks2190 2 месяца назад +2

    this is the best college video i've ever seen. one of the best videos i've ever seen for that matter. u ate this up you truly did cook

  • @prodbykmw
    @prodbykmw 3 месяца назад +13

    This is such a well made a thoughtful film 🥺🥺 it was an honor to get to work with u

  • @Gecko-lg2nx
    @Gecko-lg2nx 2 месяца назад +1

    Literally the best college acceptances video ever! You have legitimate talent and you sharpen it everyday! I can’t wait to see what u can do for this world!

  • @Jem-c3u
    @Jem-c3u 2 месяца назад +1

    This truly changed something in me, as a senior applying to UCLA, USC, NYU etc. for Game design, i am anxious but your video was comforting instead of worsening my anxiety.

  • @SafaAfreen-fm3dm
    @SafaAfreen-fm3dm 2 месяца назад +2

    The best 8 minutes and 33 seconds of my life-my tears have never felt more worthy. Thank you for this masterpiece.

  • @KalumelumeLiuwa
    @KalumelumeLiuwa 28 дней назад

    "its not a high bar for the best' lowkey motivation to be the best!. great vid btw

  • @Kaikaikaix3
    @Kaikaikaix3 3 месяца назад +28

    I don’t think you know just how great this video is, cause all i seee is pure raw passion paying off

  • @spacellama5474
    @spacellama5474 2 месяца назад +1

    This is by far one of the greatest things I’ve seen, I hope you reach your dreams and more! Goodluck!

  • @DarkestRyno
    @DarkestRyno 2 месяца назад +2

    as a senior rn ive been so stressed by apps but your video honestly just gave me hope and life that everythings gonna be okay

  • @litruuwu
    @litruuwu 2 месяца назад +2

    Bruv this is nothing less than A MASTERPIECE! Like the tiny filmmaker in me was reborn all over again! tysm for this and congrats

  • @moniso8417
    @moniso8417 2 месяца назад +2

    IHS alum that graduated 2 years ago - go you brother, absolutely love it & representing the eagles well. Looking forward to how you'll change the world!

  • @kristinapoon1140
    @kristinapoon1140 6 дней назад

    as a current senior, I have never related to something more. this is truly so beautiful and it perfectly described this time in my life. thank you for sharing!!

  • @YuriCho-z7g
    @YuriCho-z7g 3 месяца назад +8

    cinematic masterpiece covering all aspects of reality 👏👏👏 best video i've seen on youtube in a while

  • @xxxxx12013
    @xxxxx12013 9 дней назад

    this video hit so incredibly close to home as someone trying to pursue theatre. thank you for sharing your art.

  • @justinewang4998
    @justinewang4998 3 месяца назад +27

    this just reminded me to work on my college apps

  • @tanyarajesh
    @tanyarajesh 2 месяца назад +2

    this is like the best video i've ever seen on this website wow you're going to do great things

  • @shxrd
    @shxrd 11 дней назад +1

    the "Im gonna be a filmmaker" part reminded me of my hero academia the way deku says "I'm gonna be a hero" very driven. 👍

  • @07laeina
    @07laeina 2 месяца назад +1

    The creativity, the colours, the atmosphere,… love everything about this! You’re definitely going to be successful man

  • @asterialumin_2030
    @asterialumin_2030 2 месяца назад +2

    WHAT DID I JUST WATCH!?!?
    This honestly was SO AMAZING! You captured the emotions so perfectly at the start, i could literally relate to so much of this video!!
    Congratulations on getting into Stanford, you deserved it!! 🚀

  • @marlowshine513
    @marlowshine513 2 месяца назад +3

    Cried at this. I’m going through the admissions process right now. Every shot truly captures the emotion that comes with it.

  • @erimegeo
    @erimegeo 2 месяца назад +1

    I did not expect that. Keep the quality like this, I will be there if they will not give you the Oscar...

  • @AnhMinh-mm5by
    @AnhMinh-mm5by 23 дня назад +1

    this video deserves more views. dude that 's crazy

  • @LiviRory
    @LiviRory 22 дня назад +1

    This was so emotional to me, I inspire to be as good as you one day, and I wish you the best!!

  • @0Ady.Nel.Art0
    @0Ady.Nel.Art0 4 дня назад +1

    Your video moved me . Good job.

  • @NicoleMamboininga
    @NicoleMamboininga 2 месяца назад +1

    Don't know if you got in but this is amazing, and I can see the potential and passion you have for the craft and that is all that truly matters in fields that have to do with art and creativity. When you can envision a canvas in your mind and have then go on to bring that picture into a display and presentation that other people can also now visualize the innermost parts of your mind [ imagination] then that's just so radical

  • @kleinl3434
    @kleinl3434 2 месяца назад

    omg this is so HIGH QUALITY!!! the music, colors and the pace were awesome and I believe you are going to be an excellent film maker one day!

  • @inf1n1typlus1
    @inf1n1typlus1 3 месяца назад +1

    Bro only 9k views??? This video is insane. I clicked thinking it would be another 10-minute video of an anxious kid hovering their mouse over a status update button, but this video actually had me entranced. The way that the moments of just being a senior, being a teenager were interspersed with the story of applying to college just really stood out to me. And as a teenager with such a limited budget? This is amazing work. When you become a filmmaker you’re gonna be crazy good, and Stanford should be glad to have you.

  • @EkaNurinsani
    @EkaNurinsani 2 месяца назад +2

    Congrats man! 🎉
    I feel this kind of thing rn, I'm in the way of redefining my edu plan and I'm so happy about it and can't wait to live that life.

  • @CynthiaHauu
    @CynthiaHauu 2 месяца назад

    thank you for sharing your art with the world. had me teary eyed, reminiscent, and so happy for you! you're going to do great things in life man :)

  • @ryansizemorejr
    @ryansizemorejr 2 месяца назад +3

    Knew i heard mother i sober at the end, profound artist w/ a profound vid 🔥

  • @pragnaprakash
    @pragnaprakash 2 месяца назад

    This is amazing, the amount of time and effort you put into this is just WOW. You didn't take rejection to the heart and didn't let a school define you. GREAT PIECE OF WORK!!!

  • @melaaiia
    @melaaiia 3 дня назад

    this is so incredibly well made I literally cried

  • @unknowncreates6211
    @unknowncreates6211 2 месяца назад

    RUclips needs to project this to more people! Amazing work and such great storytelling 💗 my favorite scene was the writing and cooking parallel!

  • @mingweizhu2455
    @mingweizhu2455 2 месяца назад +1

    hey man, i don't know you but this short film rly touched me and made me a bit reminiscent of a couple years ago when i was applying to colleges. those years of acceptances and rejections will pass, some memories will stay with you, some what-ifs. but so will the memories that you are going to make going forward in college, the ppl you are going to meet, the great new adventures you are going to embark, and the new perspectives and thoughts that will inspire and challenge you. college does not define you, but the journey itself does, congrats on stanford you are going to do great! -- recent ucla grad and new sub!

  • @walnut9066
    @walnut9066 2 месяца назад

    an absolute masterpiece. thx for putting this out during college application season and giving me some peace in all the chaos.

  • @candiceyang3593
    @candiceyang3593 3 месяца назад +4

    making me emotional in class rn - everything truly happens for a reason !! good luck at stanford heechan

  • @AngiraaUyanga
    @AngiraaUyanga 2 месяца назад

    Congratulations!!!! There don’t have good luck and bad luck, everything that happens to you that led you here! Thank you for sharing your amazing journey!!

  • @Tina-sh2nf
    @Tina-sh2nf 3 месяца назад +7

    made me tear up a lil, never stop following your dreams bro, you'll get that oscar soon enough

  • @thecinemma
    @thecinemma 3 месяца назад +25

    film majors try not to reference damien chazelle challenge: hard
    (in all seriousness this is one of the BEST things I've watched in a really long time and you've inspired me to go pick up my camera again--so thank you!)

  • @jewel_gamez
    @jewel_gamez 2 месяца назад +1

    i knew he was going to cook once i heard that la la land music
    but seriously dude, congrats! this video was so unique and told such a powerful and beautiful story. you clearly deserve to be at stanford!! i remember coming across a vid of yours on instagram.. wishing you good luck with all your future endeavors, i know you're going to do something great!
    now just realized the la la land music relates to the pursuit of dreams (college) wow!!

  • @ShreyK23
    @ShreyK23 16 дней назад

    I cried. i dont know why i felt your storytelling to be so close to my heart , i related to so many frames in this video that i cried. Even I'm typing this message with tears in my eyes. Wish you the best in life . Keep sharing stories the way you are, keep being the different one in this rat race of engineers and doctors. Goodluck :')

  • @yourstruly6933
    @yourstruly6933 2 месяца назад

    this was so moving! 100% deserves more attention

  • @Kaleo96819
    @Kaleo96819 20 дней назад

    This is just the beginning. Eventually you will win an Oscar for Best Director. Congrats, Heechan! If this is the level of your talent at the end of high school, I can’t imagine where your filmmaking talents will be in four years.

  • @silvy10101
    @silvy10101 2 месяца назад +2

    this was beautiful... congratulations! mia & sebastian's theme was the cherry on top. crossed fingers I'll join you next year :') -another prospective arts student

  • @susannep9290
    @susannep9290 3 месяца назад +3

    This was SO good, wow!! Casually making an amazing short film about the collega application process is a legendary move

  • @dunyacore
    @dunyacore 2 месяца назад +1

    BRO THE SHORT FILM FROM BEGINNING TO END IS WOAH
    BRO ITS SUCH A ROLLERCOASTER BRO I FELT LIKE IM THE ONE APPLYING TO COLLEGES AND I GOT ACCEPTED TO STANFORD
    +instant follow and like !

  • @krisha3
    @krisha3 2 месяца назад

    This might have been the best college acceptance video ive ever watched, I hope you have an amazing time at Stanford!

  • @KJV-l2c
    @KJV-l2c 3 месяца назад +1

    This is SO gonna go viral!! You truly have a gift for cinematography. Bravo

  • @charlotteo810
    @charlotteo810 2 месяца назад +1

    Beautiful video omg (I'm applying to colleges rn aaagh) I noticed the Vitali Chaconne during the cooking montage part aughdjfhcm,h literally my favorite piece I've ever learned on the violin ;-; I rarely hear it anywhere and it worked so well where you included it! I haven't played violin in a while but it was a nice throwback :) the main melody octives section is HARD to play. Congrats on Stanford!

  • @Ratatouille-b5j
    @Ratatouille-b5j 2 месяца назад +1

    눈물 나올 뻔…
    admire your skill, a great path awaiting you-and i’m glad to be the one to watch it at beginning

  • @artyatbk
    @artyatbk 2 месяца назад +1

    im so proud bro, you made me cry. I'll see you at the big game, go bears!

  • @_glitchy
    @_glitchy Месяц назад

    It almost brought me to tears seeing your parents’ reactions.

  • @kupatharenji
    @kupatharenji 2 месяца назад

    I’m excited for your journey brother, CANT WAIT. Let’s see it!!

  • @dokimonie6719
    @dokimonie6719 2 месяца назад

    this is seriously insane cinematography i cant wait till it blows up

  • @adriarchives
    @adriarchives 2 месяца назад

    This was so touching. As a junior, who was stressed for my future. Thank you for this. May God bless you on your journey. 🙏✝️

  • @acanthus_et_adonis8922
    @acanthus_et_adonis8922 2 месяца назад

    as an internet stranger, I am so, unbelievably, inexplicably, proud of you, and this film was lovely to watch!