THE MIDDLE:: UCLA Short Film

After my three month freelance contract ended for Imaginary Forces, I was hired as a 1st AD for the UCLA thesis short, "The Middle" directed by Manhea (Joey) Kim. He's currently working towards his Graduates degree in film. 

I met Joey when I was stationed in Diego Garcia during my Naval career. We hit it off and became good friends. We share a love for film and television, so we both decided to follow our dreams and separate from the Navy. 

I had a wonderful time working with Joey on his five day shoot. We shot for two days on UCLA sound stages then moved to a studio in Burbank, CA where we shot for three days on a built stage. It took 4-5 days to build the set on the stage. 

This film follows a prisoner being held by a mysterious organization and submitted through several interrogations. This film offers mixed messages, so it definitely leaves you to your thoughts after reading the script. 

Check out some of the BTS photos taken on set:

Director Joey Kim with Jen

Jen

POWs

Rachel the Costume Designer

Danni the MUA

Ivan the DP and his camera team

Yuki the Production Designer

Soren the Prisoner with Stunt Coordinator

Soren