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- Опубліковано 21 сер 2024
- Hello Everyone! This is Film Story.
Let me introduce Michael @michaeljibrin-roadtothecity to you..!
He is an actor, creator and podcaster living in Boston.
We met through UA-cam 2 years ago and built our friendship online.
And last year in November, I finally met him in person, and had an opportunity to capture his story.
His story, his journey as a creative is every creative's story.
He has messages to share, to inspire you and encourage you to keep walking that path.
Enjoy the film!
Thank you always :)
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My friend it’s a blessing and a privilege to know you.
Watching this got me crying and realizing that every single obstacle can be turned into a blessing.
This video is a reminder to keep living.
Thank you for telling my story.
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Hey Michael…!! Yes yes there lies many more problems and conflicts in our lives but we know where to turn to and how to endure..!! I’m so glad I have met you and made this video ☺️☺️☺️😊😊
This is a beautiful story man! I look forward to watching your continued success!!
This is so beautiful and truly an inspiration for me to keep going. I've tried and have compared shots, story to others and would get discouraged. Michael thanks for sharing brother and love this. As an other Hausa fellow in the states, it was great hearing Hausa spoken again.
Micheal stay blessed and spirited and continue on your journey Brother. PEACE and Blessings a fan from the Uk
Thank you for sharing!! Rooting for you and sending so much care and encouragement. Appreciate the warmth of the Sun 🌞 and recognize that Storms 🌩 serve their purpose too ⛅🤎
“I have so much poetry inside me. But it is in the wrong language.” Beautiful line
Yessss isn't it so?
Yes I agree!
Very inspiring video!
Omg, that line nearly broke me. The line itself is poetry.
That is exactly how I feel every single day living in Canada.
When the UA-cam algorithms actually work. Love these types of stories forever. Beautiful piece.
Dude!!!
I remember taking acting classes with Michael a few years ago in Boston and thinking "out of our whole group, Michael's the one who's got the most real chance of making it" and there he is. Life goes around and has many unexpected turns. I'm a medical student now, and he's following his own path because he never gave up. Now that's inspiring!
Thanks Juan!!
I really appreciate the kind words.
Trust all is going well with you my friend 👍🏿
This felt like it came at a good time for me. It really is about getting up and creating your own opportunities and not waiting around for them to be available.
Me too
A few people have reached out to me to say how much this has inspired them 🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿
Yes yes…I’ve shared the video to many other filmmakers communities and man you gave them motivation and inspiration.!
I was just laid off again , year after year I’ve been working to achieve some other owners dream. It’s time to fulfill my own. Thanks for the inspiration.
Oh my GOSH! This was heaven sent. I don't even know why it was in my feed! When you said I speak Hausa, I almost fell out. I was born here in America, my dad is Fulani (speaks Hausa) and that verse (A prophet is not respected in his own home town) has been MY LIFE!
It inspired me too! I want to see these films
You have just inspired me!
Took me a whole year to ''Just Start'', I dilly-dallied then made the decision and since starting my creative journey, I can't stop, its all I think about, it's all I enjoy doing, it fills my cup! This is a beautiful message not just for creatives but literally applies to everything in life. You told this story pretty well, taking notes here and there, it's always wonderful learning from each other. Thanks!
Thank your time and for your comment..! Glad it spoke to you. And wow I wish I could travel around the world like you...!!
Honestly, when I saw the thumbnail and title I thought, “this is going to be another reminder of how much time I have lost by not starting sooner.“ But you handled it so well and the positive energy from Michael made all the difference! Beautifully done. 🎩
Hey thanks so much for your time and comment. Appreciate it much..&
Me too
"Just start." It's what I tell myself every time I hesitate in creating. And I think he's right - it's hardest thing to do, but the more we do it, the more we realize that if we only step off "the ledge," the journey is upward, not downward. The creative community is a beautiful thing. As unique as we think our struggles are, we all go through it. If you know, you know, and sharing that knowledge is gift for those that are still trying to take that first step. Thank you! This was amazing to watch. Very inspirational.
Hey Dylan..! I agree with you 100%. Thank you for putting your thoughts here. I've been actually following you since I got a Sigma FP. Thanks for the great videos. They've been helpful :)
@@FilmStory That's awesome! Really happy to hear that. I'm glad the videos have been helpful. Let me know if you ever want to hear about anything specific 👍🏾
How do I start
@@okandameshark951 try and make something you want to make. Anything. Start small. It could be writing out an idea you have rattling around in your brain, producing a single image you have in your head, or creating a UA-cam video about something you care about. If you do it purposefully, you will inevitably get better at whatever you attempt, and you’ll also learn more about yourself and discover others on the same journey as you along the way
I'm starting... Man, I cried... I don't care... This hit a spot, when things align inside you can't lie, you just have to do it. Otherwise, it's a slow death.... Well done.
Hey Mashud. Glad to hear that you are starting your journey. All the best to you..and please don't give up!
Thank you for this. I am at such a low point in my life, ready to just give up and give in to the darkness. This gave me hope. I will take one small step towards the light today because of you. And I'll do it again tomorrow, and the day after. Thank you
@@travelswithted As I'm I bro. I've separated from partner and am having to battle to see my daughter. Only seen her 3 times in the last 16 months. Last 18 months, I've gone through the healing and hate stage, very taxing and draining on myself. Many failed ideas last year. After the culling, I realised it's this I want to do. Content over marketing as a side hustle. Don't give in. This is a test, a test you can handle (I know it sounds weird) but hang in there. It's a step by step thing. Day after day. Hour after hour. Don't entertain the dark side. The game is to keep your heart clean and become what you want to become. What you're truly meant to become. Not the 'old you' but the new you. Example: me. I've always wanted to create media, audio, writing, filming, create my own brands and strories. 20 years ago. Digital marketing wasn't a thing. It became a thing after a few years. I broke into the industry. Years later. My nuke moment I mentioned. My dream of my own digital studio making webflow sites was dropped. 75% fulfilling. Creating my own stories, brands and content feels 10000% fulfilling. That's the context of my initial message. Hang in there. Keep your heart clean and do a lot of healing. Therapy has helped and still does. Look for a charity. It's cheaper
Well done indeed, well done.😎
from darkness, to colour, and that beautiful smile..... being true to who you are is inspirational, it’s growing, it’s walking with our creator that paves our destiny. Often the bridge is the integrity to hold on to our dreams, and the essence of who we truely are despite the seemingly hopelessness of it all, then besides all odds “ just start”, with one small thing! one little step,a movement a moment, forward........ the caterpillar would eventually gracefully transition and transform into a beautiful butterfly and fly.❤️✨🦋🙌
The importance of starting, taking the first step that leads to making your dream a reality
Yes that's right...! :)
Love everything about this, the pacing of the film, compositions and the message. This is such a good reminder for all creatives.
Hey friend. Thank you for watching. Thank you for your warm comment. Let go out and make more meaningful videos..! :) :)
@@FilmStory great video❤ sub🎉
As a Nigerian creative living in Canada, I've had this problem over and over again. I have worked on a few movie sets and met some incredible people but more often than not I'd have these thoughts "You're just wasting your time", "people probably won't like it", "maybe its time to quit". You get so wrapped up in your head that you start to doubt yourself, your accomplishments... your talent. This was truly inspiring to watch, I'm glad I stumbled on this video! and to everyone having doubts, JUST START!
Hey mate..! Thanks so much for your comment. Thank you for sharing your story. Yeah, I think it's a challenging reality all the creatives go through. I do too have the same fear from time to time, but I try to remind myself to enjoy and endure the process...! BTW, good to see you fellow Canadian!
I'm glad you had a supportive wife who wouldn't let you quit! That is sweet and powerful, too. What a power couple!
Putting yourself out there attracts people who’s like minded 🔥✨
As a young creative, this video really struck a chord. I spent my first year of design school feeling like I wasn't achieving what I wanted to achieve outside of class because I had so many doubts about what was possible or if I could hold myself to perform to my own standards. This year, I'm proud to "just start" and start making art I want to create. It's still early stages, but it's setting things in motion...I'm starting!!! Thank you.
This message for me in now. I’m a painter. I used to afraid to be a painter. How can I get money? Can I survive…I just want to draw my artworks. I dont want to be anything else. And this is me. I appreciate my choice. It make me really really happy. And really worthy. In my journey, I know myself deeper and deeper. It’s the beautiful thing in my life. With love. Sending my love for all of you. ❤ Thank you!
Thanks Toen for your input here. Appreciate it! :)
WOW is all I can say. What a great supportive wife. A real treasure.
Yup that's right...! We all need one person like Michael's wife..!
"Dont be something that you not" Thank you for this amazing piece of creation.
Dude, I could talk with you all day long. What I got from this personally, right off the bat, is that you are a really decent bloke, a good man, a balanced man, a warm personality, a kind considerate soul. Very pleased to meet you, and thank you.
There is nothing more beautiful when you have a partner who supports and motivates you. When I heard you say your wife said don’t quit, I want you to finish and because I watched you changed as a person and I don’t want you to lose that!” Wow profound!! ❤❤❤ it gave me goose bumps. That is what having a supportive love system is about!!! Thank you for sharing an intimate positive experience, we need more moments like this. I am also looking forward in seeing more films in the near future.
As someone with crippling self doubt and worry about “just starting” this film hit me so hard. Thank you.
Just to it! I will also keep doing it!
As a Nigerian this is incredibly a masterpiece
Thanks so much Shane..!
That’s why it’s important to have a partner that supports you not one that would have been like “you’re right you should give up” great partner
It's 4:26 am where I am right now. I am a 51 year old former I.T. professional, now professional videographer/editor. I'm working on the final cut of my first feature film. This is by far the most work i've ever put in on a project and it scares the crap out of me. Someone told me that I was too old to pursue my dream recently. I didn't listen. This video reminded me why. Creators create...it's what's in us to do. I waited a long time to work up the courage to. But i'm here now and I won't stop. Thanks for the wisdom.
Motivation through creativity: what could be better than this
My wife and I started a business with a crazy idea. But so was the Pet Rock! As Michael says, you just have to start and then go after your dreams, follow your heart and see where the adventures take you and trust they will be marvelous.
This is the message all creators need when faced with uncertainty, I've pondered many times and thought so many ideas, but failed so many times to push after I started. I can't express how many times I've walked those same streets in this video thinking. We shouldn't think too much or wonder how others will judge. We are already our biggest critics as creatives. Make anything, experiment, learn, get better. Improvement will only occur through our experiences. Thank you friend!
Yes yes that's very true....! Every effort we make to create and the process of it will teach us and make us grow..! :)
Yes to all of this🙂🙌
Having a supportive partner is everything! Thank you for this I really needed it just lost my Job and I have been stuck in the abyss of chasing my own dream. ❤❤❤
We need more families like this especially on UA-cam so that we can shine a positive light on marriage and family! Todays culture is leading young people away from the traditional family the way God designed it. My wife and I started a channel and we hope more will join us!
this hit home. i cried. i'm russian and moved to america and it's been very hard to make money as a musician. i can relate to this 1000 percent. thank you!!!
Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.
Blessings to everyone just starting!
Amen..! 🙏🙏
I cried, this is awesome. The colors, the light, the message... everything is spectacular. Thank you so much for sharing this with the world. Thank you so much for have started.
Wow, thank you!
“You know in Nigeria in my 20s, I kept waiting for opportunities. Not knowing that… I could create my own opportunity.”
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Thank you both for this story and these wonderful messages / reminders. I’m pleased the YT algorithm showed me it!
Wow, this is a great reminder that no matter what... JUST START.
A wife who believes in your dreams is the gateway to realizing them.
I am a visual Artist moved years ago from my home country to Canada, and I feel lost trying to start my journey as an independent artist, but this video just gave me hope again, I had tears watching it. Thank you so much
Thanks for sharing your story
So beautiful and so inspiring! Thank you for sharing THIS story ❤️
Really great story. Blessings to Michael on his journey.
Thanks Jim 🙏🏾
And that along with CONSISTENCY will get us to where we want to be. Thanks for the great message with Michael.
This is 🔥 as a Nigerian and a creative I really connect with this and from experience I’ve found that once I get myself to start all the other pieces start coming together
Oh my Gosh, this is exactly what I needed right now. As an self-employed artist the struggle between societal rules and my own desire for the freedom of creation can become real. THANK YOU.♥
Wow wow wow !!!
“Putting yourself out there attracts people who are like minded” word.
Words can't express how much this video means. This resonates with me. Beautifully shot as well.
Hey friend..! Thanks so much for your time and encouragement!
First, well done. The message and the look was awesome.
I've been working as a professional video editor/photographer/shooter for the last 10 years, and now, just now, have started to get started on my journey in this platform of UA-cam. I've been talking about it and thinking about it for damn near five years, but I never really started. If I was honest about that, it was because I knew my time and resources were limited and I wouldn't be able to put out content that looked like what I wanted it to; like the content I produce for work. But late last year, I finally just said it's time. Honestly, ignoring other peoples opinions and my worries about people thinking I'm a fraud is the hardest part. But Michael is right, I know it is putting myself out there in the world to find like minded people. Even with the very, very small interactions I've had thus far on this platform, it is clear that creating things and connecting with people is powerful.
Very well done. New sub here.
Hey first of all, thanks so much for sharing your story! And congrats on your new start, putting yourself out here on UA-cam. It's not easy, isn't it? But let's not quit..! Let's continue walking this journey. We will get somewhere if we have the right direction. Cheers..!
@@FilmStory for sure. It's definitely a new challenge even for someone with a lot of experience in video.
Thank you for sharing, thank you for starting!
As a fellow Nigerian, I am proud! This is what we as a people are about. Pushing our dreams, ideas and aspirations forward! I want to say a HUGE thank you to Michael for sharing his story with the world and to Film Story for platforming this gentleman. I only seem to see negative stuff about my people in the media these days, so this is refreshing. Michael is right - "just start"! Thank you for this slice of awesome.
i relate to this a lot omg. i’m nigerian and in my 20s and i’ve got so much to share with the world but for so long i find myself spiraling in this not-yet-good-enough loop. but thank you so much for this video. it couldn’t have come at a better time than now. i send love and light to you from over here✨
"I've watched you change as a person and I don't want you to loose that."
The universe keeps sending me videos that are encouraging me to start. Ok universe I'm finally listening!
This is beautiful, thank you for the kick you’ve just given me ❤
Thank you Neo for watching!
This gave me goosebumps. This gave me a kick and confirmed that it's me who has to believe in myself first. Thank you for such beautiful creation ❤
Thank you for taking the time, money, and effort to make this with love!
Beautiful. This kept popping up on my home feed and I just kept dismissing the thumbnail, thinking that I would already know what the video was about based on a cover. So glad I finally clicked and watched this morning. Michael is so inspiring. Cheers from the desert!
This content is what we as UA-cam watchers, as humans are hungry for. True stories about just person that gives his all. And the thing that your wife said about change, such a healthy response. Thank You
This video has brought me to tears. This was a beautiful story and Michaels wife when she suggested doing auditions in his native language was epic.
The reason I was so emotional was because to see someone show their vulnerability is so inspiring. I am a creative and started down the route of art four years ago after I lost my partner in tragic circumstances.
This video was extremely powerful in the lessons of trying not to let shame (among other things) to stop us from starting.
Thank you so much for sharing the experience of another creative. 😊
Hey thanks so much for sharing your story!
My 2023 goal! The Universe nudges us when the time is right and it gives us all the hints.clues etc..all we have to be is ‘aware’.
"I have so much poetry inside me.
But it is in the wrong language."
Damn man
Very inspiring and jolting! How come artists are the ones who struggle the most in terms of navigating and building a career and when commitment and discipline kicks in, the light never stops shining? I'm honored to be an artist supporting other artists. 🤗
Sometimes as creatives we forget about the reason why we're fighting. Fighting for a dream. A chance. This video is so inspiring in so many ways that it definitely reminds us that even if opportunities never come ringing its never too late to start and pave your own legacy. I'm definitely glad I started just making videos because if I hadn't I wouldn't have met so many other creators in Seoul and like you we were strangers at first but at first meet up we became great friends till this day.
Video was incredible! Looking forward to your future videos!
Yes yes absolutely. You never know what’s going to happen unless you take the first step..! In the end, people you get connected with is the greatest treasure we can find along the journey. You are in Korea..! Hope to see you when I come visit my home country:)
You have a great partner - your wife, asking the right questions and supporting your creativity. Be yourself! Thank you for this video.
"Okay let's start with that."
That wraps the whole video into a simple yet moving thought. Start with what you have. Start with yourself.
This is so much relatable to someone like me who's in the constant fear of being not good enough compared to others. Great story and beautifully put together
Yes! Thank you!
This is such a heartfelt film, made with love and told with compassion. Big cheers, man!
“The Lord rejoices to see the work begin.” - Zechariah 4:10 🙌🏾✨💯
4:32 Ben if you ever read this, sir, please know that your words have inspired me greatly. I may not be an actor but as someone who started my UA-cam channel about five months ago and still sometimes feels like I have absolutely no idea what I'm doing, these words were not just inspiring but timely. Hope your star continues to rise, sir
Edit : I just realized that your name is actually Michael and your character is Ben 😂
Hey MBTI!
Ben here 🤓 This is Michael Jibrin.
I’m glad the video inspired you.
We all start out not knowing.. but learn as do, practice, fail etc…
I still don’t know what I’m doing but willing to learn as I keep going.
Wish you success my friend
@@michaeljibrin-roadtothecity Thank You! I appreciate that!
This resonates so deeply!!! I owe all of my success to the fact that I started where I was at. And as a creative coach, this is a huge thing I help my clients with--releasing the fear of what could go wrong and instead of tapping into the joy of the journey itself.
Wow didn't know there's such a profession..! Sounds interesting..! And thankssss!
Simply beautiful. A powerful moment for me: 'no matter how silly that idea sounds to yourself' my own biggest critic!
Sunshine on a cloudy day 🙏🏾💚 Thank you!😊
Great message!! So inspiring for all of us creatives to get out there and stop waiting for someone else to give us permission or opportunity, but to create it ourselves ✨
Yes that’s right…! If we just start, we will create opportunities.
Yes!, i love this :)
This is so truly inspiring. And Michael seems like SUCH a gem of a human being
You are never to old to start. Fear hems us in. Everything you ever wanted is on the other side of fear. Thank you for the reminder of that MIchael. I'm starting my journey......again.
Thank you for sharing your journey and reminding us to keep going!!!
Beyond moving and inspiring! I tell myself to just start so many times and the fear has held me back for years, but this is going to be the year I start! BTW how much of a legend is Michael? I want this guy to be my best friend!!
Thank you Jake for sharing that..! Yeah we all have the same fear I guess? Putting myself out to public is scary, but it's also rewarding..! And I will pass your last comment to Michael. He will love to hear that :)
Love everything here. I’m on my way to become an artist but it’s really hard and very frustrating. This kind of stories and message always gives me a lot of motivation and inspiration and push me to carry on, because the thing is: if they could, why not me ? As Michael said in the video, just start doing stuff and keep going. Never give up with your dreams.
Just wonderful THANK YOU!!!
My pleasure..! Thank you!
Thank you, beautiful soul, for sharing. ❤️ You truly speak to my heart. Blessings upon you and yours. ❤️
Wow, that part where the wife asks the husband if he wouldn't consider doing auditions using his native accent. That hit me in the gut. This is beautiful storytelling... And from there it just keeps growing. thank you my brother this spoke to me. God Bless🙏
God bless you too..!
Awesome work, loved it and the rythm of the editing 👌
Hello friend..! Thank youuu...!! :)
💯💯💯💯🙏🙏!!! This is so powerful!!! Thank you for sharing, and inspiring...
This hit home for me. Thank you for making it and thank you being you. "as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same... As we are liberated from our fears our presence automatically liberates others" That is exactly what comes to mind after watching you video! Thank you!
Yes we all need this kind of liberation..! Thanks for the comment 🙏🙏
That just floored me. Michael is a new inspiration to me and Kyle your direction/cinematography is perfect. Thanks so very much, I've smashed all the smashers! Salutations from astonishingly cold & grey Ireland!
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Haha thank you Sonny..!! One day I want to visit Ireland 🇮🇪
@@FilmStory You'll love Ireland! I see you moved to Canada, I'm from Montreal originally & moved here!
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Your wife is an angel bro your rock, behind by you. All the best . Thanks for sharing.
I'm a documentary PD preparing to immigrate to the United States. Your little story has given me courage today, thank you.
Love this. Great story, very inspiring and well made! Wish you both much more success ✊🏾
Thank you..! Let's keep creating..!
Thank you ♥
I remember I didn't like poetry a year ago. Then one day I had to write a poem for an assignment and i realized i loved it. Haven't stopped since
Tear in my eyes. It's touching.
Creatives helping each other, this is just what I needed to see in my recommendation, not everyone is cookie cut, God gave each of unique talents and gift, its for us to use it, or let it go to the grave, books that were never written, songs never sung, films that were never shown, that would be sad end of a life. This video has inspired me, I have been sick with a cough and cold, but the ideas are going through my head, the world needs, what we have. My heart is if I could touch one person here on earth, just for that one person, will all be worth it.
Yes Patricia, just that one person is enough 👍🏿
I wish you a quick recovery from your cough and cold
@@michaeljibrin-roadtothecity ty that film moved me so much, keep making films.
he speaks so beautifully, and idk, as a struggling creative it is hard to start; I have constant battles with myself because I know what I can offer, and I know how creative I am, and I know I have so many unique ideas, I just realistically don't put effort. Yes, it's important to be patient with yourself, but it's also important to embark on those "crazy" ideas and to just fucking go for it!
He just gained a new fan. Nothing but success is in the future for him.
This is beautiful I cried. Thank you so much for your story ❤
"putting yourself out there attracts people who are like minded" heard this line right as I was clicking subscribe
Just beautiful...period. 🙏☀️
Thank you ❣️