Texas,

I'm originally from NYC, born and raised in Brooklyn. I live in LA now and will be more than happy to show you the ropes once you get down here.

I'll be moving from North Hollywood to the Los Feliz area this summer, so if anybody needs advice about the area, pictures uploaded, etc... let me know!

Talk soon.

Bandar (Directing Fellow)

Hey Bander,

I applied to UCLA and USC (stark program) and didn't get into either, so I'm really hoping the AFI waitlist pans out at this point!

I also recently discovered the MPW program at USC, which I really like and is on rolling admissions, so I may apply there, as well.

Hey Kel,

Good luck! I'll be rooting for you! Lots of people drop out at the last second to pursue other schools.

You still have a good chance! Stay strong!

Best,

Bandar

Got the call from AFI! I got accepted to the cinematography program!!!! NICE

Brooklyn's In the House!

good luck to all the other people still waiting....

Peace

Look how big her squash is!!!

http://www.literarychicks.com/images/lani_the_big_squash.jpg

Anton,

So are you going to AFI now instead of Chapman?

Congrats Anton!

That makes two from Brooklyn!

Best,

Bandar (Directing Fellow)

I will donate 1000 USD to Chapman and attend AFI!
NICE!!!!!

Are any incoming AFI fellows looking for a roommate for this fall?

Hey there,

I already have a roommate, but I'm looking for a 3rd one to maybe share with, I'll put my self on the AFI roommate form that they will send to everyone anyway. Boy or girl, I don't care.

Oh and Bandar, you said you were going to cannes, . DO you have a film in the short film market? Just curious. :-)
Still hoping to see you there. I can't remember if I told you but I'll be there from 15 to 19th.

Zoé (directing fellow)

Yes my film Broadway Bound will be screening there.

I can't believe the size of the baby's eyes!


http://www.pixel-designz.net/UserFiles/Image/Baby_Alien...orld/baby_middle.jpg

SO BIG!

Only 3 more months until we all get to make movies together!

RSW, you got some weird posts dude, why would you post that for no reason?

Bandar, Zoe, Cool! I'll be traveling to Cannes for the festival (11th-26th) to show my film in the short corner as well. Check out "Fanya Kaplan"

I'd love to meet up with you all and grab a drink or coffee there.

I can be reached via e-mail when over there. So send me an e-mail and we will link up.

Best,

Bandar
bandaralbuliwi@hotmail.com

BRAD TUCKER:

I thought I would share some interesting finds with my future classmates.

It can get quite boring just reading about which schools everyone applied to and the blah blah blah.

Just trying to have some fun BRAD.

Hey Bandar and brad,

Call me on this number when you're there. 0628060509. My film will also be in the short film corner: check out "Reveille-toi Sonia" (Wake up Sonia"). I'll definitely go and check out yours. And I guess it'll be easy to meet around the short film corner.

See ya in a few days! :-)

Best,

Zoé

Dear fellow Fellows,

I've been acquainting myself with Los Feliz and the surrounding area through satellite photos. It doesn't look so great, but I will hold off judgment until I'm on the ground. I made a Los Feliz map with some landmarks and craigslist apartments on it.

I've been watching some movies on the screenwriting list. They're OK, but I think there's been a few good films made after 1950...? What do you think? Whoever made the list must be like 110 years old.

I might be looking for a roommate come aug1, but maybe not.

I like chips and salsa as well.

bye for now.

Pinto,

Satellite photos are usually three or four years old. They aren't current.

I live in Los Angeles (North Hollywood) and have checked out the Los Feliz area. It's actually one of the best neighborhoods in the LA region.

If you want me to take some actual photos via digital camera and e-mail them to you, let me know. Just give me the address of the places you want actual photos of.

Best,

Bandar

Howdy all,

I'm apparently a screenwriting fellow at AFI. I was trying to find last year's AFI conservatory handbook when I stumbled upon this post.

I'll throw my hat into this pre-handbook networking and might suggest a beach bonfire be involved in the bbq. Nothing says "welcome to so cal" more than a beach bonfire.

And to solidify your vote for a beach bonfire i'll use one contraction: S'mores.

-Levi

I sat in on the second year classes for cinematography class in Feb, it did not look like there was 28 students, there were much less people....! After the first year the faculty re-evaluates your work. So some people dont make it to year 2. (just like in any other school, or career , if you half ass your out)

We all gotta bust our ass. This aint no joy ride. well maybee it is! hhhhaaaaaha ,yes! All the pressure is on us fellas......