Today we’d like to introduce you to Levi Morgan.
Alright, so thank you so much for sharing your story and insight with our readers. To kick things off, can you tell us a bit about how you got started?
I’ve been making short films for most of my life. From having my friends star in YouTube videos when we were teenagers to producing short films throughout my 20s, my work has evolved over the years, but my love for filmmaking has only grown as I’ve gotten older. I have a deep admiration for storytelling and love taking words in a script and turning them into a visual piece that evokes an emotion for anyone watching. Whether it’s a jump scare or a good laugh, I’ve always found it fascinating to see stories come to life on the big screen and make viewers feel something.
With the help of my brother and close friends, I’ve written, produced, directed, and edited over a dozen short films ranging from light-hearted comedies to horror stories. In total, my short films have reached over 4 million views on YouTube, and I’m honored that so many people across the globe have taken the time to watch.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
Being an independent filmmaker with a crew of one plus my brother, Noah Morgan, and anyone else willing to act or hold a boom mic has been difficult. Plus, all of my films up until this point are self-funded, which means they’re pretty low-budget. However, Atlanta is a great hub for artists like filmmakers, and I’m lucky to have made great connections throughout the city to help me continue honing my craft.
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
I’m well-known for horror/horror comedy short films where the antagonists tend to be inanimate objects. Films like Evil Dead 2 and Halloween (1978) made me love horror as a genre, and it has been my goal to make films that produce the same reactions from an audience. I’ve drawn inspiration for my films from situations I’ve encountered in everyday life. My most popular short film, “Okay Google,” was inspired after a friend bought his first home, and being a techy guy, he decided to automate everything. I wondered, “What could go wrong here?” and wrote a script the next day. Another time, my brother and I found a mannequin in the dumpster behind the movie theater we worked at and thought it would be a great subject for a short. With that, “The Mannequin,” my second most popular short film, was born.
Before we go, is there anything else you can share with us?
For anyone who wants to become a filmmaker but doesn’t know where to start: Creativity can come from unassuming places. From a mannequin in a dumpster to a pair of khakis, inspiration can be found all around you as long as you stop and take a look. If you’re passionate about creating art, no matter what it is, don’t wait until you have a crew or dollars; just start creating.
If you are interested in seeing any of my work, you can check out my YouTube Channel. My latest short film ‘The Cat’ is out now.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/levimorganfilms
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/levimorganfilms
