William Hellmuth

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Cinematographer William Hellmuth recently shot a camera test using a classic 1950s Bel Air car. Given the PYXIS 6K is now completely mountable, William’s idea was to test the balance of the PYXIS on gimbal, car-rig and handheld shots. Learn more at bmd.link/dhKyAh

My mom died when I was 17. I only have a handful of pictures and zero videos of her. A couple years ago, on my birthday, I got a text from a number I didn’t recognize. It simply said “happy birthday” with a YouTube link. I clicked it and my heart stopped. It was my mom. I had to pull over immediately. She was telling me how proud she was of me and how she wondered what I’d become. Maybe a policeman, a preacher, or even a clown. I couldn’t believe it. Well, it turns out the random phone number was my friend Jon’s dad, who had found this video on an old VHS tape they made before a 1999 school event. I was 16. This experience got me thinking... what if we could have one last conversation with someone we lost? 🚛 The Crossing Over Express is now on @X 👻

5* review for Dixieland! “The performances delivered by Todd and Orazio are nothing short of extraordinary. Both actors bring a depth and nuance to their characters that will leave viewers chilled, moved, and gripped by the unfolding story.” shortfilmsmatter.com/4777/dixieland @TonyTodd54

@Lulamaybelle I love this movie! Saw it when it came out.

Ridley Scott’s oft-overlooked, underheralded gem (real ones know tho) MATCHSTICK MEN opened in theaters on this day in 2003. It’s one of my favorites. Nicolas Cage, Alison Lohman and Sam Rockwell turn in incredible work.

DIXIELAND is now an official selection at another festival! Keep your eye out for us at @FilmQuestFest this Fall in Utah. We're stoked! @TonyTodd54 #indiefilm #shortfilm

Dixieland ★★★★ @HollyShorts The emotionally impactful Dixieland has a simple premise but executes it brilliantly. William Hellmuth's short pulls you in for 14 brief minutes. @TonyTodd54 & Philip Orazio are on top form in this terrific period drama. upcomingonscreen.com/dixieland-holl…

“Todd and Orazio are simply spectacular… From their first exchange until the film ends, they never miss a beat.” Excited for this stellar review if Dixieland. @TonyTodd54 @PhilipOrazio baintrain08.wixsite.com/bainsfilmrevie…

Classic Couple recommendation: Dixieland is a #HollyShorts must-see! @HollyShorts @TonyTodd54 @WilliamHellmut1

@LukeBarnett Dude… so good

The entire Supertones Strike Back album.

@HollyShorts. Come see DIXIELAND at Hollyshorts film festival. August 14th, 5pm, Chinese TCL Theatres. @TonyTodd54, #hollyshorts #shortfilm #indiefilm

@LukeBarnett ❤️

I found out an ex who had unfriended me years ago (along with her whole family) did so because she posted about her husband injuring his back and I guess I accidentally hit the “love” emoji instead of the “sympathy” emoji. I can’t stop laughing.

@Cords95481107 Big fan

Prometheus 2012: Like or Dislike ???

@LukeBarnett Exactly. They’re what we like to call “new poor.” We’re old poor. We can do this.

Personally I think the endgame should be to allow things to drag on until AMPTP executives start losing their mansions and losing their yachts.

Stoked to announce that Dixieland is an official selection this year at @HollyShorts. August 14th at 5pm. Can’t wait to continue our festival run!

What a privilege it was to make a film with these artists. My short film, Dixieland, had its world premiere at @LAshortsFest and it was incredible. Thank you to all who came and showed your support!

With writer and director of “Dixieland “ William and Jay!

Just got the dailies for my directorial debut (a short) and couldn’t be more thrilled with what we got. There’s no greater feeling than seeing something entirely in your head brought to life by incredibly talented people.

The cinematography of Stranded 3. I had such a fun time on this one. #terrycrews #zachking #Filmmaking #movies #mummy #cinematography

Shoutout to the lady at the airport who checked my 53lb bag and said/charged nothing about it being over the weight limit.