WELCOME TO LA - Short Film - Justin Escalona

Can we PLEASE get 1500 likes on this video???
I moved to LA four weeks ago and have been seeking adventure. This is my first project here and I'm extremely happy to share it with you guys. A bunch of my USC classmates and I collaborated to create this film. We spent over 50 hours perfecting this, so I hope you enjoy.
Thank you,
Justin Escalona
WELCOME TO LA - A Justin Escalona Production
CAST
Justin Escalona
Liam Campbell
Theodore Buckwald
CREW
Director: Justin Escalona
Producer: Theodore Buckwald
Director of Photography: Lukas Dong
Lighting: Oliver Dabao
Audio: Avery Kentis
Score by: Eluvium, U137, Ellie Goulding, & Ben Howard
Shot on location in Los Angeles, CA.
Special thanks to Avery Kentis for letting me record my audio at his studio and mixing this project. Check out his work here! / avery-kentis
Snapchat - JustinEscalona
Twitter - / justinescalona
Instagram - / justinescalona
Portfolio - justinescalona.com
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If you're reading this, I'll randomly follow a few of you that comment "I love Los Angeles"

[@chrisklemens]

THIS IS SO GODDAMN BEAUTIFUL I MISS LA

[@chrisklemens]

+Chris Klemens also i wanna do this so fucking badly

[@justinescalona]

One of the best experiences I've ever had

[@TehSwanny]

Barney Stinson would consider this legendary, and so would I.

[@wDec149]

+FaZe Swan Hey Casey

[@annemariechase]

You are possibly the coolest person I know

[@justinescalona]

You're too nice

[@janicegonsalves5867]

For some unknown reason, this video made me cry. When you first see the city lights, I just teared up. It's so fucking beautiful. I believe there is some kind of magic, whenever I see something like this. Amazing

[@JRAlli]

you know those butterflies you get when you're nervous, that feeling you get when you watch something amazing, thats how i was feeling, loved the voice over so much, amazing video Justin :)

[@KendallMartin]

My first week in LA for school I went to the hollywood sign. Ended up climbing to the top of the 'H' before all all broke loose and we had to sprint down the mountain to get away from the cops. Good times.

[@charlieb8y]

I've been here since the days of 'do you know' back in 2012 and your videos never fail to amaze me

[@brandonshipley5166]

Man as I watched this you can tell how far Justin has come and the journey that it took to be where he is all through his smile when he is standing next to that Hollywood sign

[@ItsJasmineW]

Sooo beautiful! And an incredible short I might add! I love the genuine joy on your face when you touch the sign!!

[@mildredlezo]

I literally subscribed two days ago and I am in complete awe of the amazing filmmaker you are. Keep it up Justin because you are going places, my friend.

[@vivianpham6466]

You capture a certain moment/memory so beautifully and powerfully. I'm in awe every time I watch your films

[@sumsum002]

videos like this make me feel so happy and inspired. thank you so much Justin

[@creatyler]

Shit... Getting better and better. Wow.

[@MrMikkyn]

That scene where you see the city lights and its dark and you can see your sillhouette is really beautiful, and the crescendoing folky ambient rock music is so nice. I'm in LA now on my trip, it my 12th day. Leaving on the 20th.

[@kinkedtugboat4417]

Great videos man. I look up to your work as inspiration and cant wait to see more short films

[@kaylenphommaseng3657]

I remember waking up a couple moths ago, and there is a notification from Play the game films...immediately clicked...this is still one of the dopest vids ever...it shows something so positive

[@andresheredia1628]

this is literly one of the best videos ive ever watched

[@LilyRodgerschannel]

THIS IS SO FREAKING BEAUTIFUL! all your videos are so well made. Also it's been my dream for ages to do this cause i also want to move to LA so thanks for encouraging that

[@Avours]

I always come back to watch this because it's so beautiful

[@CallMeMrAmaze]

your videos never disappoint me dude like i have been watching you for 2-3 years and every vid like amazing!

[@EscapeTracks]

I love Los Angeles

[@miguelfragoso7023]

Lost Ángeles too. Iykyk;)

[@HashtagMitch]

Everything about this is amazing. Props to you for risking it -- I've known people that got caught trying to get to the sign. Incredible!

[@gljiggle]

Hands down, one of my favorite videos from you. Too dope man.

[@virtuallygabs]

This is incredible. 😍❤️ Great work Justin! Loved it!

[@TheRandomFreakk]

This video is so great I was literally smiling the whole time while watching this. You inspire me to be a lot more spontaneous. Hope everything is going great for you.

[@emmacano3856]

Justin! Again u made me happy with yours films I love your films so much can't wait for your next film❤️

[@ShalaLaLaa17]

This is just so... Beautiful

[@RageElixir]

This is amazing

[@martialraps2814]

Had to stop by on one of your videos to comment that I enjoy watching your videos!
Keep doing your thing man!

[@Spleezy]

waited time for an upload. GREAT JOB !!

[@xavierfrausto7017]

Dude this video is awesome! I absolutely love your videos!

[@boxgang3861]

This is still one of my favorite video of yours

[@katiesolinger]

Breath taking & and a beautiful film made .

[@absurdelizabeth]

this is definitely one of my favorite video of yours. i loved watching this so much and doing this is definitely added to my bucket list.

[@liamone]

I love Los Angeles, even though I haven't been there yet. It's on my 'to-do' list along with doing what you just did. Incredible work, Justin, keep it up!

[@MiaMoran]

This was beyond amazing. You guys definitely know how to share an experience through your films. I feel so lucky to live near such a famous landmark, welcome to LA!

[@dollarbillfilms7616]

One of your best videos yet. This was awesome.

[@katkarnak]

Love this! all your videos are perfect!

[@goCnzs]

Everything about this is an absolute YES.

[@isabelgarza5179]

You have no idea how your videos make me feel, they impact me. I don't understand why you don't have more views.

[@Jackson-dw5oz]

Your video editing is so good it makes me watch all of your videos more than once!

[@ctgfaded2186]

I truly get inspired to do these type of things, when I watch your vids

[@stingraysventures7804]

Did amazing lighting for this film, absolutely love it.

[@iCobraOG]

yes finally!!! I love ur vids man keep it up.

[@ThermalGhost]

Wow! I wish I could make movies like this, you're such an inspiration man.

[@GrantSteenholdt]

AMAZING VIDEO JUSTIN! Keep up the great work man!

[@AshleyAfdahl]

THIS IS SO MAJESTIC AND STUNNING

[@Ana14soccer]

You are too awesome Justin!

[@laurenlopes8934]

I'm obsessed with this omg

[@jmsWondering]

another great video. love the feeling i get while watching your vids. like the vibes i get..

[@xTheMaxinho]

Love that city

[@FuegoTristan]

THIS IS ONE OF THE BEST SHORT FILMS I'VE SEEN. GOOD JOB

[@melissabarrie]

I loveeee this video! amazing work :)

[@Luckyspecs]

love watching your videos man always inspires me to adventure

[@meredithrodgerss]

You inspire me so much. Just watching this video put a huge smile on my face and made me want to go out and jut live life.

[@AngeloSomers]

This is so breathtakingly beautiful. Keep doing this. Please

[@max-king]

I freaking love this!!

[@julissaramos6631]

You make such amazing videos that bring me life!

[@viczerr2594]

Awesome as always

[@AffixHD]

This insane! Love the video man

[@JJantvideos]

Now this, this is the type of stuff I like to see from Justin. The vibes from this video were on point.

[@Paperandglam]

God bless, Los Angeles! Fight on!

[@anaistheriaultlawson]

Yassss I loved this!

[@elaineelaine9874]

This is fantastic!

[@MariGarces]

I love this so much wow everything about it is perfect

[@MIIZT]

This is one of my favourite videos on UA-cam ngl, this really makes me want to move to LA one day

[@optin1499]

This is awesome love your videos there so awesome bro, keep up the great work this is amazing.

[@xoxoshirley5095]

You captured this city beautifully

[@DISCONNECTTOCONNECT]

I'd love to go to LA one day! :)

[@spencerjohnson3766]

You have a fucking great channel, just watched all your videos, I AM OVERLY IMPRESSED

[@annaelizabeth]

your videos keep getting better and better!

[@orangemels]

every video you post inspires me to do something new in my life

[@NatsuViral]

I have been watching your videos ever since "Do You Know" and all I see is improvement in your videos dude..Their fn amazing!! keep doing what your doing!

[@brycing]

Loved this

[@casonbr0]

So happy youre having a great time in LA my dude. Keep up the good stuff and stay safe ;)

[@andread.3266]

Look at what a suburb kid can accomplish..😉 awesome content Justin!! Love all your vids

[@wattshianne]

This is amazing!!

[@OmarHoffi]

Wow..bro it looks insane. I can't wait to move out there !!!

[@lucaleona]

This is so goddamn beautiful your work is just beyond amazing

[@LaurenBasamot]

INCREDIBLE VIDEO!

[@remli7332]

I'm dreaming of moving to LA my entire life and hopefully im going to next year. This video just makes me more exited. :)

[@ChrisFlores23]

so good dude! loved this

[@VisuallyEverything]

Talk about inspiration!

[@maxattack]

ah, this is gorgeous. oh my god. its so inspiring.

[@lorralu]

Amazing.

[@actionzac]

Wow, amazing filming

[@connorhennessy6991]

Found you from comments on escape with wolves, these videos are dope, dont stop.

[@Tastefhefish]

you don't even have to understand this video for it to be amazing

[@Tastefhefish]

and i love los angeles

[@manuelandrade6311]

Hey I really don't comment on UA-cam that much but man...You're freaking videos are so freaking inspiring and you're videos are really awesome man💯keep up the good work👏

[@makennahpigeon6246]

Great job, this is one of my favorite UA-cam videos. :')

[@mitchielove126]

All I Can Say & Will Say Is : WOW.

[@hr5206]

Damn cant wait to see what the future holds for you mate, so grateful we get to come along on the journey with you

[@bySeeb]

Outstanding justin

[@The51stStreet]

ive felt like something was missing for the past 2 weeks of my life great work justin

[@vaizoh]

Cinematography keeps getting better and better YES

[@adc_15]

I love Los Angeles.
And your films Justin.

[@adc_15]

+Andy DC you are an inspiration.

[@CreepypastaHorror]

Keep on the solid trajectory man.
I love los Angeles.

[@Avours]

this was honestly amazing man

[@TextDistrict]

Your So Talented!

[@edventures9884]

LA at night is beautiful!