Oakland Short Film: A Young Athlete’s Journey
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Help a Passionate Director Bring Their First Short Film to Life
Hi, my name is Hamza Shakoor
I’m a director with over 8 years of experience crafting visually driven music videos—and now, I’m taking the leap into narrative filmmaking with my very first short film. I''ve have gone under various names, Directed by Z, ExtendedClipsEnt, ManzaVisuals, Hamza Shakoor and have over 10 Million Views combined
Over the past decade, I’ve had the privilege of working with a range of artists such as EBK Jaybo, Daboii, Shordie Shordie, Famous Dex, etc. and creative teams to bring stories to life through music. My work has always focused on strong visual storytelling, emotional resonance, and unique perspectives—and I’m ready to take those skills and pour them into something deeply personal.
This short film represents a culmination of everything I’ve learned, and a bold step into the world I’ve always dreamed of exploring: cinema.
About the Project
This film is an original story—A young man in Oakland a football player becomes a product of his enviroment—and will be made with a small but passionate team of collaborators. Every frame, every sound, every performance will be crafted with intention and love.
But making a film, even a short one, takes resources. From equipment rentals to location permits, actor fees to post-production—your support will help cover:
Equipment & gear rentals
Location fees
Production design & props
Crew stipends
Post-production (editing, color, sound design)
Film festival submissions
Why This Matters
This isn’t just a passion project—it’s a launchpad. This short film will be my proof of concept for larger stories, and a critical part of building a career in narrative filmmaking. With your support, you’re not just helping me make a movie—you’re helping an artist evolve and grow.
How You Can Help
Donate whatever you can—every dollar brings us closer to the goal.
Share this campaign with anyone who loves film, creativity, or supporting independent artists.
Follow the journey as I’ll be posting behind-the-scenes updates, concept art, and more!
Thank you so much for reading this and supporting independent storytelling. I’m excited to bring something beautiful and honest to the screen—and I hope you’ll be part of it.
With gratitude,
Hamza Shakoor
Instagram :@HamzaShakoorr
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Antelope, CA