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Kalum Ko // Director + Cinematographer // Reel 2014

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kalum.ko
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Hey M&A,

A couple weeks ago, I posted a draft to the new reel I’m working.

Released it today. Would be stoked to hear your thoughts. Thanks for the previous critiques.

Cheers,

Kalum



Mar 11 2014 3:55PM
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jca
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oh my god, that was ridiculous.
Mar 11 2014 4:05PM
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juicedrummer11
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that was awesome. incredible shots. the pacing tho was on point! very nice
Mar 11 2014 4:36PM
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eheath
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well i came
Mar 11 2014 5:33PM
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cydwhit
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Every thing I see from you consistently is better then whatever blew my mind last time. So stoked to see where you go!
Mar 11 2014 6:16PM
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mBall
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hell ya kalum.
Mar 11 2014 6:21PM
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NickVentura
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that was so good
Mar 11 2014 7:01PM
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jkauffman22
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This was too good. Great work man!
Mar 11 2014 7:11PM
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brian.walker
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That was awesome! Great work!
Mar 11 2014 7:48PM
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Lou.
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That was so dope
Mar 11 2014 8:36PM
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boomie
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so awesome! I can only dream of achieving that level of excellence one day
Mar 11 2014 11:35PM
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That was incredible. Amazing work.
Mar 15 2014 9:15PM
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zahava
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fucking incredible!
Mar 16 2014 12:21AM
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CrotchKiller
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Dis good
Mar 16 2014 12:25AM
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NPF
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$$$ so sick Kalum
Mar 16 2014 7:25AM
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lIllI
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That was glorious, my dude.

P.S. nice song choice
Mar 16 2014 4:40PM
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uni-corn
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Simply stunning.

What was the song?
Mar 17 2014 11:50PM
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*Nickdel*
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This is amazing
Mar 24 2014 4:39PM
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mski
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Great stuff man, those shots were awe inspiring. What were you shooting on? Looks like some real live 4K and a nice array of glass.

I need to find a way to get a 15K loan, haha
Mar 25 2014 6:02PM
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James.Jenkins
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I think I just watched that upwards of 10 times. Amazing stuff.
Mar 25 2014 8:50PM
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starvin_marvin
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well done
Mar 25 2014 9:28PM
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kalum.ko
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Hey guys,

What your thoughts are on this? I'm thinking I should make it strictly an outdoors/action reel. I just don't have enough commerical-like shots in the orig for clients IMO. Anyways, here is an updated version just with action shots. I'd just replace the file on Vimeo, if people think it's a idea...

pw: reel

https://vimeo.com/91826745
Apr 13 2014 3:26AM
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kalum.ko
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https://vimeo.com/91826745
Apr 13 2014 3:26AM
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mBall
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kalum.koHey guys,

What your thoughts are on this? I'm thinking I should make it strictly an outdoors/action reel. I just don't have enough commerical-like shots in the orig for clients IMO. Anyways, here is an updated version just with action shots. I'd just replace the file on Vimeo, if people think it's a idea...

pw: reel

https://vimeo.com/91826745


kalum.kohttps://vimeo.com/91826745


I think it's always good to keep diversity, but I don't want to really get into whether or not you should do an action reel or not.

But initial thoughts on this reel. Wasn't a big fan of the door/bird shot. They weren't particularly strong (thought the same thing in the older reel.)

Also LOVED the EWS of the skier/mountain at the end. Work that into you reel whichever one you use please.
Apr 13 2014 4:09AM
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mBall
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kalum.koHey guys,

What your thoughts are on this? I'm thinking I should make it strictly an outdoors/action reel. I just don't have enough commerical-like shots in the orig for clients IMO. Anyways, here is an updated version just with action shots. I'd just replace the file on Vimeo, if people think it's a idea...

pw: reel

https://vimeo.com/91826745


kalum.kohttps://vimeo.com/91826745


I think it's always good to keep diversity, but I don't want to really get into whether or not you should do an action reel or not.

But initial thoughts on this reel. Wasn't a big fan of the door/bird shot. They weren't particularly strong (thought the same thing in the older reel.)

Also LOVED the EWS of the skier/mountain at the end. Work that into you reel whichever one you use please.
Apr 13 2014 4:09AM
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kalum.ko
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mBallI think it's always good to keep diversity, but I don't want to really get into whether or not you should do an action reel or not.

But initial thoughts on this reel. Wasn't a big fan of the door/bird shot. They weren't particularly strong (thought the same thing in the older reel.)

Also LOVED the EWS of the skier/mountain at the end. Work that into you reel whichever one you use please.



Thanks Matt. Yah, I totally agree. Part of me just feels like my orig just says, "this guys shoots outdoor shit and a couple weddings". Maybe that isn't a bad thing though.... Really on the fence about this haha
Apr 13 2014 1:45PM
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foodisfun
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kalum.koThanks Matt. Yah, I totally agree. Part of me just feels like my orig just says, "this guys shoots outdoor shit and a couple weddings". Maybe that isn't a bad thing though.... Really on the fence about this haha


I don't think it's a bad thing unless you're specifically looking to get more wedding jobs. IMO the "outdoor shit" is so well shot and put together that any potential client should realize your skills can translate to other subjects as well
Apr 14 2014 12:36AM
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mBall
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foodisfunI don't think it's a bad thing unless you're specifically looking to get more wedding jobs. IMO the "outdoor shit" is so well shot and put together that any potential client should realize your skills can translate to other subjects as well


I would disagree with this. A couple would be more prone to hire you for a wedding if they see you have shot a wedding before. Ultimately a reel is for your future clients and showing the environments that you are comfortable shooting in are key. They'll be more comfortable in their decision to reach out to you.
Apr 14 2014 2:13AM
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nutz.
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Jesus Christ, both of those were fucking beautiful
Apr 14 2014 8:20AM
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j-cal
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kalum.koThanks Matt. Yah, I totally agree. Part of me just feels like my orig just says, "this guys shoots outdoor shit and a couple weddings". Maybe that isn't a bad thing though.... Really on the fence about this haha


foodisfunI don't think it's a bad thing unless you're specifically looking to get more wedding jobs. IMO the "outdoor shit" is so well shot and put together that any potential client should realize your skills can translate to other subjects as well


I think having it in there is great. Yes people may think hey this guy shot a wedding and does mostly outdoor stuff.... but he shot a wedding. Like matt said it will make the client feel more comfortable reaching out to you. If you can show you can shoot in as many areas as possible the client will feel alot more comfortable hiring you, because they trust you can perform well in many areas. Which from your first reel i saw that. Both were great, i love your work. But the first one showed your abilities to clients more than your second. Altho i enjoyed the second one better as just a video.

Hope this helps!
Apr 14 2014 10:26AM
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foodisfun
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mBallI would disagree with this. A couple would be more prone to hire you for a wedding if they see you have shot a wedding before. Ultimately a reel is for your future clients and showing the environments that you are comfortable shooting in are key. They'll be more comfortable in their decision to reach out to you.


I probably didn't make it clear enough, but I liked the first one (with the wedding shots) better. I totally agree he should keep the wedding stuff in... I meant that even with only a few clips of wedding footage it's enough to at least show he has experience, unless he was specifically trying to get more wedding gigs
Apr 14 2014 10:54AM
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mseward
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Love the climbing shots man.
Apr 16 2014 12:05PM
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