Friends Know Best
A Film by Mitchell Chipman
A Film by Mitchell Chipman
Film Synopsis: Isaiah and Michael are friends of Kevin, a recently heartbroken college student as they try to console him. Through failing attempts, Isaiah and Michael have to go back to the beginning of the friendship to help Kevin through his rough time.
“Wow this is great, honey. Good job.”
-My Mom
-My Mom
“A cheerful take on one comrade helping another comrade.”
-Noel Wilson
-Noel Wilson
Cast & Crew
MITCHELL CHIPMAN
DIRECTOR, EDITOR, CAMERA
DIRECTOR, EDITOR, CAMERA
Mitchell has been working with video since the 8th grade. “Ever since I got behind the camera, it’s felt very natural to me, and then starting to edit felt even better.” From there he went to make small projects from short films to music videos, wanting to pursue a life from behind a camera and in front of a computer. He’s worked on award winning films, been nominated for a student PNW Emmy, and competed nationally as well.
Something fun about him is that he hates being in front of the camera, "rarely are good photos taken of me that I like".
ISAAC ALJETS
ISAIAH
ISAIAH
Isaac has been working with video since high school, starting in the IB program for his school. From there he’s enjoyed being the star of the show, acting, and working with Mitchell during his high school. He’s also a rapper that has worked on some music videos as well. His favorite movie he’s created is a film noir about a lucky gambler.
Something he wants people to know is that he’s single and wants to promote his
instagram: isaactrademark
instagram: isaactrademark
KYLE JOHNSON
KEVIN
KEVIN
Kyle started out in 8th grade working with Mitchell on short films. From there, he took a break and joined Isaac and Mitchell in his senior year of high school to create more short films, focusing primarily on editing and acting.
Something interesting about Kyle is.. nothing. Actually nothing. Instagram: kylethegreatbois
KODY HARVARD
MICHAEL
MICHAEL
Kody started out late July as an extra on “The Birch”. From there he went on to work on Microsoft commercials to a Verizon in-company video. He most recently worked on the set of “Pig” as a stand of a lead actor. He has an agent and works with Actors in Action, ready to learn more and work in film making.
Something noteworthy is that Kody has many hobbies, like snowboarding, riding quads, spinning fire, kayaking, as well as long-boarding.
CHRIS WESTBY
SOUND FIRST SHOOT
Westby is interested working with screenwriting and directing. Currently he's working on a mini series focused in a fantasy real life world.
SOUND FIRST SHOOT
Westby is interested working with screenwriting and directing. Currently he's working on a mini series focused in a fantasy real life world.
Something funny about Chris is that he worked in Mitchell's film as sound and Mitchell is working for Chris as sound.
JOAQUIN SOLIS
SOUND SECOND SHOOT
Joaquin Solis is currently a film student at MHCC. He recently directed and produced 2 spec commercials that are set to screen in June of 2020. Joaquin is looking to gain as much experience as possible in the camera department. He's ready to pa and camera assist and aims to become a camera op.
SOUND SECOND SHOOT
Joaquin Solis is currently a film student at MHCC. He recently directed and produced 2 spec commercials that are set to screen in June of 2020. Joaquin is looking to gain as much experience as possible in the camera department. He's ready to pa and camera assist and aims to become a camera op.
TERA
BEHIND THE SCENES PHOTOGRAPHER
BEHIND THE SCENES PHOTOGRAPHER
Tera originally was going to go into the graphic design field. However, she started taking film courses and it wasn’t until her senior year is when she decided to go into the film industry. I started making videos and played around with editing when I was around 10, but now I’ve become more serious with it a few years ago and can’t wait to continue and grow.
Something cool about Tera is that she has won a PNW Emmy Award for her work in film.
SY HUSING
PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
"I, Sy Husing, am a Media Specialist. For a very long time, I’ve been planning out and executing the creation of a multitude of short films with the help of wonderful, helpful crew members. Some examples of films I've created range from “The Sons Of Quijote” a lighthearted comedy, about a group of loony teenagers, to a Untitled Film about a very dark personal experience of mine for the viewer to decipher. In the near future, I plan on showing my films at festivals, and generally getting my work out there however I can, because more than anything, I love creating meaningful stories. "
PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
"I, Sy Husing, am a Media Specialist. For a very long time, I’ve been planning out and executing the creation of a multitude of short films with the help of wonderful, helpful crew members. Some examples of films I've created range from “The Sons Of Quijote” a lighthearted comedy, about a group of loony teenagers, to a Untitled Film about a very dark personal experience of mine for the viewer to decipher. In the near future, I plan on showing my films at festivals, and generally getting my work out there however I can, because more than anything, I love creating meaningful stories. "
Behind the Scenes
Technical Info:
TRT: 7 minutes 32 seconds
Full Color
Stereo Audio
English
Comedy, Slice of Life
Canon C100
Edit: Adobe Premiere & Audition
Aspect Ratio 16:9
The postcard for Friends Know Best
Credits
Friends Know Best
Film by Mitchell Chipman
Isaiah - Isaac Aljets:
Kevin - Kyle Johnson:
Michael - Kody Harvard:
Sound First Shoot - Chris Westby
Sound Second Shoot - Joaquin Solis
BTS Photographer - Tera Michael
Production Assistant - Sy Husing
Drew Lewis - ‘Queen of Jungle’
Isaiah - Isaac Aljets:
Kevin - Kyle Johnson:
Michael - Kody Harvard:
Sound First Shoot - Chris Westby
Sound Second Shoot - Joaquin Solis
BTS Photographer - Tera Michael
Production Assistant - Sy Husing
Drew Lewis - ‘Queen of Jungle’
Thank you to Clark County Parks for permitting us Sorenson Park!
Epidemic Sound for backing music