John DeVries
As a director / writer / producer based in South Africa and the USA, I spent much of my early career as a documentary filmmaker in conflict zones around the world. This period was key in shaping my passion for using film to effect change for good in the world around me. I’ve strived to use those experiences to tell engaging, character driven, action based stories.
I’ve always been of the mind that we should approach life as an adventure. In that spirit, my journey has opened the door for me to work in 12 different countries in feature films, commercials, music videos, lifestyle TV, game shows and documentaries. I’ve pretty much done it all and met some incredible people along the way, but at the heart of what drives me, is narrative. I’m all about telling stories that matter and working with people that push me to be better at telling those stories.
John DeVries
70k Views in one week! Thank for all of your support for our little film. It means more than you know!
https://youtu.be/ZcwQaOO7VG4
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John DeVries
It’s all about the team. With every passion project I tackle, I’m always amazed by the passion, enthusiasm, and resourcefulness of my friends and colleagues who never hesitate to jump on board.
“The Other Side” was the product of an incredible amount of hard work and dedication from everyone involved. What we pulled off in such a short time and with comically limited resources still astounds me.
To all of those who helped bring it to life, I salute you.
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John DeVries
Ever wonder what it takes to make a Hollywood level sci-fi short in under two days and on little more than passion? Here’s a sneak peek!
youtube.com/shorts/Qc_cO3DiAR...
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John DeVries
Over 4000 views and climbing in 24 hours! That’s a big deal for a little short film.
Thanks to all of you who have supported us, watched and shared; it really means the world.
A special thanks to my incredible team who always go above and beyond. I salute you all!
If you haven’t seen the short yet, now is your chance!
https://youtu.be/ZcwQaOO7VG4
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John DeVries
Today is the day! Our award-winning short sci-fi film is live!
#theothersidefilm #indiefilm #safilm #scifi
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John DeVries
Premiering tomorrow the 20th! 15:30 SAST / 9:30am EST
Join a couple of minutes early so you don’t miss a thing. See you there!
https://youtu.be/ZcwQaOO7VG4
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John DeVries
Time to get excited! This Wednesday 15:30 SAST / 9:30am EST we’ll be releasing our award-winning sci-fi proof of concept. Please mark your calendars and help us spread the word!
https://youtu.be/ZcwQaOO7VG4?si=23LCJ...
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John DeVries
Thank you for all the support! People often don’t realize the immense amount of hard work and passion that goes into making quality narrative content.
300,000 organic views might not sounds like a lot, but in the world of historical narrative shorts, it’s a big deal.
A huge shoutout to my incredible team and partners!
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