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  • Опубліковано 29 вер 2020
  • **2021 Rising Voices Film Festival Award Winner
    (www.lovewinsproductions.net/v...)
    Millie Blake (AJ Molder), a high school senior soccer player, has her life turned upside down after an altercation with an out and proud classmate of hers, Andy Wellick (Julia de Avilez Rocha). As punishment, the two girls get sentenced to a month of community service at a local nursing home. As she begins to not only bond with two of the residents, Jade and Pepper, but with Andy too, Millie begins to understand more about herself and becomes more confident in who she is.
    Directed by Sam McCoy and Sam Orlowski
    Cast:
    Millie Blake - AJ Molder
    Andy Wellick - Julia de Avilez Rocha
    Jade - Brenda Marks
    Pepper - Rita Gregory
    Mrs. Blake - Amy Ellefson
    Mr. Blake - Tom Mirth
    Principal - Thomas Hammonds
    Emily - Natalie Nankervis
    Leah - Amanda Lee
    Gracie - Cheyenne Springette
    Coach Marra - Taryn Hart
    I would like to take a moment to personally thank a few people for making this possible.
    1. University of Pittsburgh’s Personalized Education Program that gave us the grant to make this film and tell this story.
    2. John Cantine and Carl Kurlander for supporting the film through its production.
    3. The entire cast and crew for stepping up and bringing the film to life in all it’s fruition. Julia and AJ, truly, you brought Millie and Andy to the screen in exactly the way I imagined them and I’m forever grateful for how much work you put in!
    4. Everyone else in my life that offered support throughout the entire process, my friends and family and coworkers, I never would have been able to finish this without all of you helping me through it!
    -Wanna shoutout Casey, for literally taking time out of her day to sit down with me and watch and help fine tune the film when I was freaking out over having to do everything myself!
    -Anh and Sam for my millions of emails here during post production, helping me through figuring out how to color correct and color grade everything properly!
    -Emma for pushing me with the story and script and everything from beginning to end!! Not letting me give up no matter what!
    It’s been such a long road, but I’m so so so happy to finally show this film off to everyone! It means a lot to me, a story I really needed to tell at the time and a story I hope people want to hear! I hope I make even one person’s day with this, or even made a small impact on someone in any way with this and my job as a storyteller will be complete.
    Credits at the end; Music listed at the end!

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  • @samorlowski4698
    @samorlowski4698  25 днів тому +8

    THANKS TO HER FEATURE FILM IS NOW OUT AND VIEWABLE HERE ON UA-cam: ua-cam.com/video/3F6tpU-at3U/v-deo.html

    • @user-zd9vy4nw1e
      @user-zd9vy4nw1e 19 днів тому +1

      Thanks Sam, both short and full lenth are equally awesome!

  • @sammi_kabammie
    @sammi_kabammie 3 роки тому +2875

    Parents need to stop automatically assuming that their kids are straight. That's not realistic.

    • @clara-sl9qo
      @clara-sl9qo 3 роки тому +30

      true

    • @kacchan622
      @kacchan622 3 роки тому +30

      Very true

    • @snethies
      @snethies 3 роки тому +78

      I think it’s ok to assume because most people are straight, but I don’t think it’s ok to make them feel like the can’t be anything else or to not accept them for who they are

    • @imgonnacrylmaoo7030
      @imgonnacrylmaoo7030 3 роки тому +64

      I know right! STRAIGHT IS NOT THE DEFAULT

    • @luvvvvvr
      @luvvvvvr 3 роки тому +18

      Some people said being straight is a "default" and I just get so offended

  • @kierrodriguez4120
    @kierrodriguez4120 3 роки тому +3508

    To all the 12 yr girls looking up lgbt short films bc they're confused on there sexuality.... It gets better I promise

    • @girlsuper8184
      @girlsuper8184 3 роки тому +131

      I now i'm 13 an it's good once you acept your self

    • @angel-ir1yt
      @angel-ir1yt 3 роки тому +63

      I’m 13 hshdhd but close enough :D

    • @angel-ir1yt
      @angel-ir1yt 3 роки тому +46

      pretty sure I’m an omniromantic lesbian but still questioning and not 100% sure :D

    • @smilyturtle
      @smilyturtle 3 роки тому +65

      How did you know-

    • @Rift.cb867
      @Rift.cb867 3 роки тому +45

      oof if only I saw this in 6th grade

  • @mantis8351
    @mantis8351 3 роки тому +3941

    Where she said “one minute I’m straight, and the next I’m i don’t know maybe I’m bisexual into women, and then the next is like I’m not attracted to anyone.” Felt that.
    2021 (almost 2022): so yeah… turns out I’m pan 😅

    • @maisiemoby3119
      @maisiemoby3119 3 роки тому +111

      Same :( still figuring it out after years :,(

    • @strawberrymilk1563
      @strawberrymilk1563 3 роки тому +31

      @@maisiemoby3119 Same here lol but you got this!!!

    • @spencersoup845
      @spencersoup845 3 роки тому +48

      Yea, I’m lost, people just expect me to know and I’m like ‘you know as much as I do mate!’

    • @laurachambers9447
      @laurachambers9447 3 роки тому +7

      Same😞

    • @wonholover2584
      @wonholover2584 3 роки тому +4

      SAME

  • @emnichtda
    @emnichtda 3 роки тому +1304

    Logic:
    - Punch an innocent girl
    - Be mean to her
    - Have a crush on her

    • @Nomaspuedocontaral4
      @Nomaspuedocontaral4 3 роки тому +10

      @@ChumbiShema yes innocent?

    • @r0n74
      @r0n74 3 роки тому +74

      @@Nomaspuedocontaral4 well she just said "let's all just calm down"

    • @welcometobangkok8220
      @welcometobangkok8220 3 роки тому +90

      @@r0n74 Right. It was the girl in the pink who needed to be punched.

    • @samank8628
      @samank8628 3 роки тому +8

      Hidden feelings.

    • @Im_niaxx
      @Im_niaxx 3 роки тому +12

      She gotten in the way but so true punch the girl in the pink

  • @notyourplateofbiscuit
    @notyourplateofbiscuit 3 роки тому +5098

    The fact that this isn't marked "LGBT" anywhere but still came in my recommends shows how gay my account actually is😂 btw the execution looks so amazing and the music and sound are perfect 💕

  • @lizbroski3869
    @lizbroski3869 3 роки тому +679

    “There’s discovery and pain and frustration that’s not easy”
    -every gay ever

    • @ivonetemaria9731
      @ivonetemaria9731 3 роки тому +1

      Kkkk

    • @andrewgage6942
      @andrewgage6942 3 роки тому +1

      I'm not gay, I can't even say how the feelings of discovery feel, but in such a homophobic environment we seem to find ourselves living in, the insecurity must be hard, I was always told as a child that I'm gay, in school I was given hell, it is getting better, there's a lot more understanding, but people are individuals, we all have differing feelings, we're all here for such a small amount of time, why can't people live and let live, love is much better than hate

    • @rituchhetri6294
      @rituchhetri6294 3 роки тому

      @@ivonetemaria9731 lojup

    • @rituchhetri6294
      @rituchhetri6294 3 роки тому

      @@ivonetemaria9731 www.tenor.co/o9pd.gif www.tenor.co/o9pd.gif

  • @osivids
    @osivids 3 роки тому +1765

    THE MASTERPIECE THAT THIS IS!!!! THE *SCRIPT* THE CHARACTERS!!! THE COLORS!!!! THE SCORE!!!! THE RELATIONSHIPS!!! *ART*

    • @samorlowski4698
      @samorlowski4698  3 роки тому +74

      Osi this is INCREDIBLY KIND OF YOU!!! LITERALLY SHARING THIS FILM WITH YOU WAS ALL I WANTED, IT WARMS MY HEART HOW MUCH YOU LIKE IT!!

    • @ivonetemaria9731
      @ivonetemaria9731 3 роки тому +7

      @@samorlowski4698 kkkk

    • @jamestine6018
      @jamestine6018 3 роки тому +1

      Love This. The Best

    • @Headintodreams
      @Headintodreams 10 місяців тому +1

      Someone explain to me why is it she didn't go after the girl who was actually being the homophobic? I'm seriously confused as to why she punched the one trying to calm the situation. Can someone explain this to me?

    • @hyeneacrete6777
      @hyeneacrete6777 2 місяці тому

      That is a masterpiece! I was so impressed by this 2 young actresses! They play so well! As well as greact actors, Jolie Foster, Julia Roberts, Kristen Steward, etc etc!!!! The first moment where they talk face to face, waho, they play so weel! It is so natural! I don't understand why some movies makes billions sees, and that kind of masterpiece, is same quality of art cinema!

  • @stxrglare4081
    @stxrglare4081 3 роки тому +3015

    Some homophobe: Adam and Eve, not Adam and Steve
    🌸✨Yeah, Steve is her dead name, don’t be rude✨🌸

    • @kermit6045
      @kermit6045 3 роки тому +295

      And ofc it’s not Adam and Eve nor Adam and Steve what about
      Anna And Eve

    • @xea9763
      @xea9763 3 роки тому +42

      trans woman and woman would still be heterosexual relationship tho

    • @tinsha69
      @tinsha69 3 роки тому +47

      its adam and eve blah blah blah you neeed to adam nad leave

    • @kermit6045
      @kermit6045 3 роки тому +22

      @@xea9763 it doesn’t mean you can’t have internal homophobia.

    • @kermit6045
      @kermit6045 3 роки тому +41

      @@xea9763 what-...

  • @jordynsullivan5361
    @jordynsullivan5361 3 роки тому +1571

    my gaydar went OFF for milly’s dad

  • @cerberus4628
    @cerberus4628 3 роки тому +414

    Them: stare at each other for 20 seconds straight
    Me: Now 𝘬𝘪𝘴𝘴

    • @Safae...
      @Safae... 2 роки тому +14

      20 seconds straight rather 20 seconds gay

    • @mic5029
      @mic5029 2 роки тому +8

      Sameee I thought they were gonna kiss and then they just hugged :,(

    • @mswellington7
      @mswellington7 2 роки тому +1

      Sameeeee

    • @the_alien_1239
      @the_alien_1239 2 роки тому

      @@Safae... bahaha yhhh

  • @lauriemouradian9342
    @lauriemouradian9342 3 роки тому +2739

    all I’ve done during the pandemic is become gay

  • @sarahgrant1593
    @sarahgrant1593 3 роки тому +507

    The girl with the red hair and the bruised eye is a remarkable actress...I’m only 6 minutes in and I’m already blown away by her talent. A true diamond in the rough

  • @lisat6184
    @lisat6184 3 роки тому +1747

    I'm an ace lesbian and I straight up almost cried. I had to replay the part in which Andy said she's an asexual lesbian multiple times because I couldn't believe it was real, because I've never seen myself represented in anything and I've stopped hoping for representation long ago. I can't even begin to tell you how much this means to me, thank you so much ❤

    • @samorlowski4698
      @samorlowski4698  3 роки тому +172

      This comment absolutely made my day! Seriously, representing this community and hoping at least ONE person felt something by being represented was all I wanted to accomplish! Thank you so so much for sharing this with me, it truly warms my heart like you will never believe!

    • @Alexa-wp5bx
      @Alexa-wp5bx 3 роки тому +26

      Same, I was so happy when she said that

    • @lisat6184
      @lisat6184 3 роки тому +6

      @@samorlowski4698 💜💜💜

    • @violetabady9577
      @violetabady9577 3 роки тому +12

      What’s a ace lesbian? I’m literally a lesbian no disrespect I’m just wondering 😅

    • @personwhoexists080
      @personwhoexists080 3 роки тому +8

      Ikr I was like 0:
      Glad to have some representation

  • @karissaforestell1165
    @karissaforestell1165 3 роки тому +245

    “It was the summer of...well I don’t remember what year it is and who cares”
    That was funny to me

    • @adelinem9880
      @adelinem9880 3 роки тому +6

      I was hoping she would’ve said “🎵back in the summer of ‘69🎶”

  • @15minutesrelaxation10
    @15minutesrelaxation10 3 роки тому +530

    I love how this LGBT+ film includes the emotional concept instead of sexualizing the characters. This gives me the confidence to fight for my and others’ rights as a young teenager. Thank you :)

  • @staceythompson1606
    @staceythompson1606 3 роки тому +129

    I just stumbled in this, this should be a movie

  • @vyoma3882
    @vyoma3882 3 роки тому +559

    the rainbow at 11:11 did not go unnoticed ;)

    • @zuriest4433
      @zuriest4433 3 роки тому +18

      It didn’t 😁

    • @samorlowski4698
      @samorlowski4698  3 роки тому +61

      I'm so glad!! We definitely put that in there on purpose!

    • @randomusername4446
      @randomusername4446 3 роки тому +12

      My beady eyes would never miss such a thing!

    • @jerrytamradoubra926
      @jerrytamradoubra926 3 роки тому +3

      It didn’t!

    • @deborahdp7744
      @deborahdp7744 3 роки тому +6

      Yeah I thought it was really neat I wouldn’t mind having one🏳️‍🌈

  • @theredcoffeemaker
    @theredcoffeemaker 3 роки тому +458

    Wait...she's ace? SHE'S ACE! Aaaah amazing. What Andy said about self discovery and how you switch between labels is so so relatable. This entire film is a masterpiece, the characters, the story, the camerawork, everything. I got goosebumps

    • @samorlowski4698
      @samorlowski4698  3 роки тому +37

      Yes! It was super important to me to make Andy ace, there's very few ace representation in the media! And oh my goodness, thank you so much! It makes me very happy knowing people find Andy's speech about discovery and labels relatable! Thank you so much for your kind words!

    • @user-uu4dh5sx9h
      @user-uu4dh5sx9h 3 роки тому +2

      What’s is a ace ?
      Can someone explain to me?

    • @theredcoffeemaker
      @theredcoffeemaker 3 роки тому +9

      @Ιζαμπελα Μουρατιδου ace is short for asexual, it's when you don't/barely feel sexual attraction towards anyone

    • @hambonefakenamington69
      @hambonefakenamington69 3 роки тому +5

      @@samorlowski4698 true. i rarely/never see ace representation in the media. glad you included it!

    • @Im_niaxx
      @Im_niaxx 3 роки тому +2

      @@theredcoffeemaker but they still want to date and some ace want sex

  • @Fnzae
    @Fnzae 3 роки тому +87

    the tension between them at 7:22 is making me scream😭

  • @axlvse13
    @axlvse13 3 роки тому +200

    i was expecting a kiss but i realized that this made me cry,it's just beautifull and as a teenager struggling with this problems it also gave me butterflies,thank you.

  • @aven_snow
    @aven_snow 3 роки тому +89

    That rainbow light in her room. 😂🌈

  • @ginaoswald9583
    @ginaoswald9583 3 роки тому +69

    This got me crying, just that little "I know" at the end was all I needed

  • @hellobye6364
    @hellobye6364 3 роки тому +70

    THIS NEEDS TO BE A MOVIE!!!!!

  • @architwat
    @architwat 3 роки тому +337

    as an ace lesbian, i really appreciate the representation

    • @samorlowski4698
      @samorlowski4698  3 роки тому +31

      Oh my goodness, of course! I myself am biromantic ace, so it was super important to portray ace Sapphics in some way because they are very underrepresented!

    • @architwat
      @architwat 3 роки тому +6

      @@samorlowski4698 thank you for using your platform to create visibility ☺️ and so smoothly haha

    • @RicciWork
      @RicciWork 3 роки тому +3

      @@architwat Excuse my ignorance but how can one be asexual (ace) but also be lesbian? Aren't the two mutually exclusive? If you are sexually attracted to women (lesbian) then you cannot be asexual. What am I missing?

    • @architwat
      @architwat 3 роки тому +5

      @@RicciWork I see what you mean, I think I say it like that cause it's easier... in all truthfulness I should say homoromantic ace 🤷‍♀️ oooor maybe.... . gayce? LMAO

    • @404LenaNotFound
      @404LenaNotFound 3 роки тому +4

      @@RicciWork well you can still be romantically attracted to women. Being a lesbian simply means being attracted to women as a woman. So she can generally not have many/at all sexual attractions but still be in love with a woman (romantically).

  • @evelyngrace8396
    @evelyngrace8396 3 роки тому +187

    When she said the words asexual lesbian my mouth dropped and I almost cried. I’m so happy you made her Ace as well, with the tiny amount of representation usAces get this is so amazing!! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!!

  • @mirandakeening4335
    @mirandakeening4335 3 роки тому +637

    She’s ace... guys, she’s ace! I’m bi asexual. This made me so happy! 💜💜
    Edit: I’ve recently realized I’m an ace lesbian. I love this movie

    • @evelyngrace8396
      @evelyngrace8396 3 роки тому +11

      Same and same!!

    • @shelbymcdonald793
      @shelbymcdonald793 3 роки тому +4

      What is ace

    • @evelyngrace8396
      @evelyngrace8396 3 роки тому +21

      @@shelbymcdonald793 Ace is short for asexual which means having no sexual attraction to anyone

    • @RicciWork
      @RicciWork 3 роки тому +8

      Excyse my ignorance Kyle but how can you be bi AND asexual? The two are mutually exclusive.

    • @mirandakeening4335
      @mirandakeening4335 3 роки тому +24

      @@RicciWork Ignorance is fine when someone is trying to learn and escape it.
      For me, I don’t like the thought of sex or kissing or anything like that. My body doesn’t produce the hormone that makes everyone... horny, I think. Then again, that’s just how I explain it in a scientific sense. I don’t think I’m lacking in anything, that’s just how it comes across to most people so I lead with it. As for the Biromantic part, I can see myself happily being with a girl or boy, though I lean towards girls. I’m not 100% straight because of it, and it’s purely romantic, hence the label. Does that help?

  • @isa5468
    @isa5468 3 роки тому +2247

    ok, but the question is: when can we have a second story with these two being friends and falling in love with each other?
    ps: thanks for the ace lesbian representation 🥰🥰

    • @samorlowski4698
      @samorlowski4698  3 роки тому +462

      I did write a full length version of the script, and this is like only the first half of the feature! In the second half, they fall for each other :D and of course! I'm so glad I could represent the ace community!!

    • @JoeStunner
      @JoeStunner 3 роки тому +32

      @@samorlowski4698 I agree with Isa. We need more. x

    • @shadowsmith1386
      @shadowsmith1386 3 роки тому +18

      @@samorlowski4698 love dis we need to know what happened next keep doing your thing

    • @EMZIEISME15
      @EMZIEISME15 3 роки тому +16

      @@samorlowski4698 are you going to do a sequel with this happening? That would be amazing!

    • @Safezone2024
      @Safezone2024 3 роки тому +5

      @@samorlowski4698 when second half release

  • @Tortilla1111
    @Tortilla1111 3 роки тому +191

    When she said she's an ace lesbian I got so happy bc ME TOO 😭😭😭
    Finding yourself really is hard, especially when your people are so underrepresented.
    Thank you for this beautiful short film! :')💗

    • @samorlowski4698
      @samorlowski4698  3 роки тому +13

      This is so wonderful to hear! I love hearing that people felt represented with my film, it just warms my heart so much!! Thank you so much for your kindness!!

  • @shitalvachhani95
    @shitalvachhani95 2 роки тому +16

    I loved how it was totally platonic, no un necessary kissing scenes or high school drama. It was a really beautiful and simple short film, 2 girls understanding and relating with each others situations and emotions.

    • @tomwhite4736
      @tomwhite4736 2 роки тому

      Absolutely 💯 correct,you expressed it so well,we did not need any making out as one contributor was asking for, ( thumbs down) a lovely sweet innocent beautifull film.

  • @trashxraccoon03
    @trashxraccoon03 3 роки тому +1885

    How can she be gay and good at math??? o_0 makes no sense.
    No but jokes apart this was great I'm definitely subscribing to see whats next :)

    • @belacarrano
      @belacarrano 3 роки тому +79

      only unrealistic part i’d say 😭😭

    • @jaxxfargahrd9043
      @jaxxfargahrd9043 3 роки тому +14

      Egg zactly

    • @violetabady9577
      @violetabady9577 3 роки тому +2

      IKR

    • @xiaomi1068
      @xiaomi1068 3 роки тому +43

      i'm lesbian but i'm a mathematic student who's good at math🤷‍♀️

    • @kblundell16
      @kblundell16 3 роки тому +6

      can girls not be good at math?

  • @samorlowski4698
    @samorlowski4698  3 роки тому +645

    2 weeks later and it has only come to my attention NOW, that there is a typo at 14:22, this timestamp is supposed to say _DAY 15_ , not DAY 5. Sorry about that everyone! Just keep that in frame of reference that much more time has passed! I'd fix it and reupload it, but the video is doing so well, I'd rather not mess up a good thing.

    • @elliem.1572
      @elliem.1572 3 роки тому +5

      I believe there is an option to edit your videos after they have been uploaded. Unfortunately I don’t know all that much about it so I can’t really help but nevertheless it might be something worth looking into

    • @samorlowski4698
      @samorlowski4698  3 роки тому +7

      @@elliem.1572 I tried that. It only allows me to trim video or add credits at the beginning or the end...

    • @gevangasteren
      @gevangasteren 3 роки тому +2

      @@samorlowski4698 Can’t you have a message pop up at that time in the video?

    • @Mark-s747
      @Mark-s747 3 роки тому +1

      It's okay, we will all say 15 in our heads

    • @randomnon-binaryperson2179
      @randomnon-binaryperson2179 3 роки тому +1

      ITS FINE

  • @kadenpile-riley2170
    @kadenpile-riley2170 3 роки тому +113

    History says: what great friends
    Me: they’re little more than friends

  • @gina9311
    @gina9311 3 роки тому +48

    The hug was so pure 🥺

  • @orisimi7595
    @orisimi7595 3 роки тому +95

    andy: looks like you cant go a couple hours without hearing my voice im flattered
    me: A H

  • @annasue3656
    @annasue3656 3 роки тому +248

    The "i know" killed me, Lol gaydar be strong.

  • @BigMama7774
    @BigMama7774 3 роки тому +45

    Okay, Sam, I'm gonna need a follow up to their friendship. Because this is one short film that needs to be a series.
    I loved everything about it. Especially she knew, and waited for her to say her truth. That was a tear jerker.
    Thank you for this. 💞
    I know her mama is gonna give her trouble.
    But her dad is gonna be super supportive.

  • @sophiasmith8563
    @sophiasmith8563 3 роки тому +35

    This felt so raw... being ace, it was indescribably validating to hear Andy talk about the struggles of finding herself, especially when sexual attraction wasn’t something she experienced. So, so moving, and as a whole, completely fantastic.

  • @joycespencer4482
    @joycespencer4482 3 роки тому +15

    In the beginning that part where she said “then YOU say it let’s go!” Then that punch was very iconic!😌

    • @Headintodreams
      @Headintodreams 10 місяців тому

      🤔 ohmygod am I the only one confused as to why she went after and punched Milly instead of the one who was the actual homophobic?

  • @Its.jakyra
    @Its.jakyra 3 роки тому +204

    I love being apart of the LGBTQ community soo much there's just so much out there

  • @BaReader
    @BaReader 3 роки тому +22

    Actual ace representation?? My heart😭 Thanks so much for making this!

  • @b0y.slvt7
    @b0y.slvt7 3 роки тому +26

    the amount you could ✨FEEL✨ the gay tension at that one moment💀💀💀💀BDHSJAHDJJSBSBSNS

  • @musicalchairstacking
    @musicalchairstacking 3 роки тому +91

    I clicked on this not knowing what to expect, I clicked off of this having experienced one of the best short films I've ever seen, in all seriousness. I would love to see a part 2, because the storyline, characters, and attention to detail just made me crave to know more of this story. Also, the asexual lesbian looks like the daughter of Lily Richards (another creator of LGBTQ+ content). Amazing job and thanks for sharing this.

  • @hannahmx5541
    @hannahmx5541 3 роки тому +30

    This is the best lesbian short story I've ever seen I'm crying omg

  • @isabellawarburtonbrown8081
    @isabellawarburtonbrown8081 3 роки тому +38

    As an asexual lesbain, it made me so happy when Andi said she was ace!!! Its so wonderful to see representation of my identity that is so often erased in this wonderful short film. Thankyou for that:)❤️💛💚💙💜

  • @Jaely12344
    @Jaely12344 3 роки тому +33

    I like at the end Andy really outlines the true confusion that can happen due to the way our society views sexual identity. It makes finding out who you are extremely hard to do. In truth I think so many people continue to evolve over time with their understanding of who they are.
    Anyway lovely short, thanks for sharing it.

  • @supermarketrash8616
    @supermarketrash8616 3 роки тому +21

    I forgot I was on UA-cam for a moment, the acting and production is amazing

  • @samorlowski4698
    @samorlowski4698  3 роки тому +553

    Hi everyone!! Just as an update, we made our kickstarter to make the feature length version of Thanks to Her! For more information and to keep up with our progress, make sure to subscribe to this channel and follow our social media accounts! It will be a fun ride and we want all of you to share in our journey as we continue this amazing story!

    • @_NicoIsNotHere_
      @_NicoIsNotHere_ 3 роки тому +13

      Good luck! I can’t wait to see the full version it’s gonna be awesome and i can’t wait!🥰

    • @aswinasok6692
      @aswinasok6692 3 роки тому +4

      Is there an official release date?

    • @ultimateships
      @ultimateships 3 роки тому +2

      I can’t wait to see it if it comes out

    • @philmayotte4101
      @philmayotte4101 3 роки тому +4

      Thank you so much for the sequel to come. I come back here from time to time to watch "Thanks to her" again and again. You guys did something amazing. Congratulations. (from France)

    • @philmayotte4101
      @philmayotte4101 3 роки тому

      @Simona Trulove Comment bot ! Be careful

  • @starryskies777
    @starryskies777 3 роки тому +19

    She’s an ace lesbian!!!!!!!! I’m a ace lesbian and I feel like we don’t get represented as much and this meant so much to me. Thanks

  • @kasariego7675
    @kasariego7675 3 роки тому +54

    This is the best short film. The actors and thier acting were 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥👌👌👌😘😘😘😘❤❤❤❤❤

    • @samorlowski4698
      @samorlowski4698  3 роки тому +6

      That's so kind of you to say! Thank you!! And yes, the cast was absolutely PHENOMENAL!

  • @ajwalker4416
    @ajwalker4416 3 роки тому +39

    I checked the time of the film and said "Oh 11 minutes left? They have plenty of time to fall in love." And then it was over 😣 That last 11 minutes went by too quick.

  • @bakatako98
    @bakatako98 3 роки тому +16

    7:10 "are we about to kiss right nowwwww???"

  • @Im_niaxx
    @Im_niaxx 3 роки тому +34

    I love the ace appreciation and I love the sweet old ladies I’m bisexual but my friend is ace and this is an amazing film!!!

  • @taybugproductions
    @taybugproductions 3 роки тому +52

    Thats it? I wasnt ready for it to be over... im crying 😢

    • @samorlowski4698
      @samorlowski4698  3 роки тому +4

      Oh my god I'm sorry!! But Thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed it!!

    • @saraheggers2708
      @saraheggers2708 3 роки тому +6

      me too! I am just going to imagine that they went to homecoming together and dated and eventually got married :)

  • @dakotahvenus4290
    @dakotahvenus4290 3 роки тому +104

    That was so beautiful and their acting was really good

  • @badonkadank368
    @badonkadank368 3 роки тому +20

    Okay but can we have a full length film?? This was seriously so good and the acting/script were so lovely! Great work!

  • @hel2727
    @hel2727 3 роки тому +32

    I like that it doesn't say "GaY/LesBiAn Short Film" because it's weird when people call it like that. It's just as saying "a gay couple"
    Why? They're just a couple. It's just a film. Not A GaY film, though there are homosexual characters. But it doesn't mean that their whole personality revolves around being gay. I wish more people understood that.

    • @lol-rv4zm
      @lol-rv4zm 3 роки тому +3

      My little brother always labels me as the “Trans sister” and feels the need to tell that to everyone I meet. Do I call you the straight brother? Heck no I don’t. It should be the same way for trans lesbians.

    • @talastra
      @talastra 4 місяці тому

      When representation gets to the point that it no longer seems a big deal, then it won't have to be a label anymore. Just because it doesn't have a label doesn't mean it won't come up in LGBT threads; that's how I found it. And I'm glad for that, otherwise I wouldn't have.

  • @samorlowski4698
    @samorlowski4698  3 роки тому +101

    HEY EVERYONE! If you liked this short film and want more of the story, we are going to be hosting a Kickstarter campaign to fundraise to make this short film into a full feature film! Make sure to check out this video for more information! We need all the support we can get! ua-cam.com/video/IlNDIkovl4o/v-deo.html

    • @ElliE-ux7cy
      @ElliE-ux7cy 3 роки тому +3

      This would be great :)

    • @daisymihills3093
      @daisymihills3093 3 роки тому +1

      That would be great!! this really touched me!! I would love to see more!!

    • @daisymihills3093
      @daisymihills3093 3 роки тому +1

      I would love to see more of the Andy character though!!

    • @daisymihills3093
      @daisymihills3093 3 роки тому

      I would also love to see what happens to Molly!

    • @daisymihills3093
      @daisymihills3093 3 роки тому

      Sorry I mean mily

  • @geoffreycollings4831
    @geoffreycollings4831 3 роки тому +16

    That was compelling viewing and I really really need to see her tell her mother. Now that will be a highlight.

  • @rileyromine7327
    @rileyromine7327 3 роки тому +13

    bro when they stared at each other tho-

  • @potato8552
    @potato8552 3 роки тому +46

    I am an ace lesbian. Its was so good to see such a film. 😍

    • @ShawnyTheGremlin.
      @ShawnyTheGremlin. 3 роки тому +1

      Hi! What’s an ace lesbian? :)

    • @potato8552
      @potato8552 3 роки тому +4

      @@ShawnyTheGremlin. asexual lesbian. 😊

  • @aristichatzipanagioti6518
    @aristichatzipanagioti6518 3 роки тому +4

    Hey for all the young people out there still questioning, it gets better! Remember that it may take a while to figure out who you are, don't be scared to try out different labels or none! I promise, one day you'll find yourself and it will be great in the end

  • @rogerdayton
    @rogerdayton 3 роки тому +164

    Any chance this will continue into a full length film? I was shocked when the credits came up, totally forgot that it was a short. Talk about a cliff hanger ... waiting for more! Big thumbs up to all involved in the making!!!

    • @samorlowski4698
      @samorlowski4698  3 роки тому +27

      Thank you so much! And I have written a full version of the script, but I doubt it will ever actually be fully developed...

    • @mintchocolate8198
      @mintchocolate8198 3 роки тому +20

      @@samorlowski4698 Please try!! Would love to see the whole thing, honestly.

    • @memebalt5000
      @memebalt5000 3 роки тому +5

      YES, PLEASEEEEEEE!!!!

    • @bethmuthoni160
      @bethmuthoni160 3 роки тому +2

      Am supporting

    • @philmayotte4101
      @philmayotte4101 3 роки тому +5

      @@samorlowski4698 170 337 views ( 30 are mine, minimum) in 34 days, 4.3 K likes (only 1 is mine) .... getting viral ? .... Sam , you need to do all you can to make the full length version of it... or sequels maybe ? Many!
      Anyway, thank you for these wonderful moments.

  • @taracanales9684
    @taracanales9684 2 роки тому +2

    WHEN THEY WERE LOOKING IN EACH OTHER’S EYES AND LOOKED AT EACH OTHER’S LIPS I KNEWWWW OH THIS WAS SUCH A BEAUTIFUL FILM

  • @christophermichaelstaubynb3093
    @christophermichaelstaubynb3093 3 роки тому +4

    This is why I like old people there so wise 😁

  • @ceilihigh
    @ceilihigh 3 роки тому +6

    How have more people not seen this?! 🥺

  • @nadiarae6061
    @nadiarae6061 3 роки тому +25

    This would be such a bomb ass book !!!!

    • @jewellove1262
      @jewellove1262 3 роки тому +1

      OMG IT WOULD!!!! It could be a whole series!

  • @catherinewolfe3
    @catherinewolfe3 3 роки тому +9

    We need mooooooreeeee! Please! Mercy on us! This was amazing, such a beautiful and powerful story!

  • @oo-hn6do
    @oo-hn6do 3 роки тому +29

    This is a masterpiece! Very impressive angles, the script, actors etc... Hope to see more of your films in the future!

  • @CobyV28
    @CobyV28 3 роки тому +33

    I have to say, this was fantastic. I mean, the acting, the writing, and the chemistry between both characters was very well done. I've seen many that had potential to be a full length movie but none like this. I do truly hope this gets talked about more. Out of everything, I couldn't find anything wrong with this. However, there is only one flaw, and that is that they added the caption "Community Service Day 5" twice by mistake. Also wasn't it supposed to be a month and not days? I would've love to see something further. But even with those flaws I still found this very intriguing and very well made. I am giving this a 9/10!!!

  • @samorlowski4698
    @samorlowski4698  3 роки тому +73

    DID YOU LIKE THIS VOICES RISING FILM FESTIVAL BEST SHORT FILM WINNER? WOULD YOU LIKE TO SEE MORE? WOULD YOU LIKE TO SEE THIS AS A FEATURE FILM? WELL CHECK OUT OUR KICKSTARTER TO GET THIS MADE INTO THE FEATURE FILM IT DESERVES TO BE!! EDIT: WE ARE NOW ALMOST 80% FUNDED ($28,000), AND WE NEED YOUR HELP TO GET ACROSS THE FINISH LINE!! 24 HOURS LEFT!!! www.kickstarter.com/projects/thankstoher/thanks-to-her

    • @robertyugo3335
      @robertyugo3335 3 роки тому +3

      yes i would i would even tell people to watch it

    • @samorlowski4698
      @samorlowski4698  3 роки тому +1

      @@robertyugo3335 Yes thank you! We would greatly appreciate you spreading the word!

    • @andrewgage6942
      @andrewgage6942 3 роки тому +2

      I've made a contribution, I really hope that you reach your target and make a full length feature film as it reaches out to so many for so many reasons from young to old, it's a touching film, thanks

    • @samorlowski4698
      @samorlowski4698  3 роки тому +1

      @@andrewgage6942 That is so kind of you! Thank you so much for your contribution and helping to make this film a reality, I can't express how much this means to my crew and I!

    • @flygurl2Zim
      @flygurl2Zim 3 роки тому +3

      THE KICKSTARTER IS AT 32% OF THE WAY THERE AFTER 2 WEEKS, WHICH IS PRETTY AWESOME! WE HAVE $11,300; WE NEED YOUR HELP TO MAKE IT TO OUR GOAL TO MAKE THE FEATURE FILM! ANY AMOUNT HELPS!! $5, $10, $15!! IF EVERYBODY THAT WATCHED THIS GAVE A SMALL AMOUNT WE WOULD BE THERE IN NO TIME!

  • @vellichor
    @vellichor 3 роки тому +61

    This is such a wonderfully made short film, it was so wonderful to see characters like this portrayed so well 😭 I honestly would have watched a whole feature about these two and their story

    • @samorlowski4698
      @samorlowski4698  3 роки тому +7

      Holy cow thank you so much! Truly it means so much to me that the characters are relatable and believable to the viewers! Thank you so much for your kind words!! :D

  • @paigepolegato249
    @paigepolegato249 3 роки тому +5

    in tears.

  • @Isa-ll8hn
    @Isa-ll8hn 3 роки тому +43

    I loved it, just incredible. I wanted more.

    • @samorlowski4698
      @samorlowski4698  3 роки тому +2

      That warms my heart!! I'm so glad you liked the story!!

  • @user-be7ru8ej5n
    @user-be7ru8ej5n 3 роки тому +23

    No lie, but this is a masterpiece!

  • @traceygeorge7472
    @traceygeorge7472 24 дні тому +1

    I love that this story was fleshed out and turned into a full length feature. Great story.

  • @dekuisshrexy610
    @dekuisshrexy610 2 роки тому +3

    On behalf of all the “Christians” who mock others for being part of the lgbtq, or even just for being part of a religion or anything else, I am SINCERELY sorry. We aren’t like that. We call them “Luke warms” I know we all sin, but this is not what the Bible intended. We don’t mock others. Nor do we taunt them, nor do we judge them. I’m so sorry for everyone who has to deal with them. As a Christian myself and apart of the lgbtq, I’m sincerely sorry.

  • @antibro2530
    @antibro2530 3 роки тому +31

    the fiercefulness and standing up against homophobes, of the darkest haired one is astonishing amazing cool, and strong

    • @Headintodreams
      @Headintodreams 10 місяців тому

      Okay but Andy didn't punch the actual homophobic girl. She punched Milly who was trying to calm the situation. Why?

  • @kaankaraca2001
    @kaankaraca2001 3 роки тому +9

    Came from the King’s Blade stream, stayed for the sheer amount of talent and passion. This was soo well done. The dialogue, performances, the shots, lighting, cinematography, everything. It’s a story definitely worthy of a full length version!

    • @samorlowski4698
      @samorlowski4698  3 роки тому +2

      Omg Matt;s shoutout worked!! Well thank you so much for coming from the Kings Blade stream, I appreciate it! Thats so incredibly kind of you to say, I'm so glad you enjoyed! And yesss!! WE are excited to be able to make the feature length version soon!!

  • @leacourcier708
    @leacourcier708 3 роки тому +151

    7:29 biggest gay panic ever

  • @lovelee4956
    @lovelee4956 3 роки тому +11

    That's it!? Nooooo I need more 😭

  • @IAmAnnaish
    @IAmAnnaish 3 роки тому +6

    This was so lovely. I really felt for the characters and the way their relationship grew. I could totally watch a full length film with them. So beautiful!

  • @fateleeds
    @fateleeds 3 роки тому +46

    this is so good , the scenes and the angles and camera speaking so good!! the story is so well written and produced💗 greag job sam!!

    • @samorlowski4698
      @samorlowski4698  3 роки тому

      CHRISSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!!!! THIS MEANS SO MUCH TO ME THANK YOU

  • @vvampyre
    @vvampyre 24 дні тому +1

    This was so beautiful. I want to thank the UA-camr I saw talking about this incredible short turned full-length feature for leading me here because it’s so emotional and beautiful, and we need more of this representation in media.

  • @meghaagrawal9388
    @meghaagrawal9388 3 роки тому +78

    I am gonna wait for the day when "coming out" won't be a term anymore. You wouldn't have to tell someone that you are gay to let people know. It would be as normal as being a heterosexual. I don't know if this makes any sense. 😅 just liberty to be anything without being judged or having the need to put a label.

    • @idonthaveacreativename81
      @idonthaveacreativename81 3 роки тому +6

      I agree..it should be normal

    • @emory6554
      @emory6554 3 роки тому +4

      i think about this all day every day

    • @lol-rv4zm
      @lol-rv4zm 3 роки тому +1

      Everyone just assumes your hetero, and it makes it really hard for gay people to come out.

    • @lol-rv4zm
      @lol-rv4zm 3 роки тому +1

      I wanna be able to have a girlfriend and tell my parents without having to go through the whole process of coming out whereas straight people don’t have to do that.

  • @tessaleblanc575
    @tessaleblanc575 3 роки тому +13

    this is so well made, i wish this was a movie. it’s amazing

  • @layyy9903
    @layyy9903 2 роки тому +5

    That hug was so powerful!!!!!! I loved it 😍

  • @isadora1727
    @isadora1727 2 роки тому +2

    I swear to god i can't get enough of this

  • @angeline808
    @angeline808 3 роки тому +14

    Oh, ummm. I’m speechless...wow!

  • @samorlowski4698
    @samorlowski4698  2 роки тому +58

    Did you like the short film? Well, we would like to share with all of you the TRAILER FOR THE FEATURE LENGTH FILM OF "THANKS TO HER"! Post Production is nearing it's very end, as the final touches are being made on the color and sound design! We have already began entering festivals and will continue to do so here this summer, fall, winter, and even into next spring. No one said the film process would be quick or easy, but we are so happy to finally share what we've been working so hard on. Please make sure to check out the feature film trailer, and get hype for the full movie coming soon!
    ua-cam.com/video/68W_QP4yG7Y/v-deo.html

  • @user-or2km1nw4l
    @user-or2km1nw4l 3 роки тому +45

    Lesbians know each other babe

  • @Audj.09
    @Audj.09 3 роки тому +2

    when andy said "i know" i felt that in a deeper level.

  • @Jshdhfjfsrjjdjksj
    @Jshdhfjfsrjjdjksj 3 роки тому +34

    did anyone notice there was a rainbow in millie's room? lol

  • @eefmoment
    @eefmoment 3 роки тому +208

    “Adam and eve not Adam and Steve!” 💀 wow so original, if you’re gonna be homophobic at least be funny 🙄

    • @gravityvstheforcesofowls2606
      @gravityvstheforcesofowls2606 3 роки тому +5

      😂yeah

    • @Im_niaxx
      @Im_niaxx 3 роки тому +2

      My mom told me the same thing when I told her that I came out as Bi to my dad and I chose not to come out to them as non binary or demi

    • @visible_confusion4929
      @visible_confusion4929 2 роки тому

      It's adam and his rib, not adam and eve!

  • @imagicgolem
    @imagicgolem 3 роки тому +63

    4:50 "sPEakiNg oF BrAndOn"... 😬😬😬😬😬😬

  • @turtlejoe4258
    @turtlejoe4258 3 роки тому +6

    3:31 I like how she just sped walk to get in front of the car on purpose, and proceed to diss them lmao wth
    Off topic, but this was such a cute short film to watch!

  • @asudeaydn5040
    @asudeaydn5040 3 роки тому +5

    20:07
    My brain : i am gay
    My heart : i know 😋😅😁

  • @user-ry5eb8ti9v
    @user-ry5eb8ti9v 3 роки тому +4

    Popped up in the recommendations and turns out to be great !

  • @justplaintommy63
    @justplaintommy63 2 роки тому +6

    I liked this, it was like watching someone in real life finally be able to open up and explore their true feelings without being judged. It was even nice that it didn't have any, Any, Hollywood overemphasized sexual drama added into it. (That really does distract and take away from the true message of a story) Thank you

  • @courtneywillette3689
    @courtneywillette3689 2 роки тому +1

    It's such a beautiful feeling when you finally come out. We admit to ourselves over and over, but opening up to a friend is true omission.