Beautiful Disaster: The Making of Uncle Mike
Beautiful Disaster is a compelling documentary that offers a behind-the-scenes look at the making of Uncle Mike, a film produced by Columbus Films during the All American High School Film Festival Invitational competition in New York. The film delves into the highs and lows of production, showcasing the passion and dedication of the young filmmakers as they face unexpected challenges and setbacks. As the team navigates through various obstacles, viewers witness the raw and authentic journey of Columbus Films attempting to finish a film in 3 days.
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Andres WallisDirector
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Fernando FuentesProducer
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Antonio IglesiasProducer
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Rafael SuarezEditor
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Project Type:Documentary, Student
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Runtime:14 minutes 46 seconds
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Completion Date:April 12, 2024
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Production Budget:0 USD
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Country of Origin:United States, United States
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Country of Filming:United States, United States
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Language:English
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Shooting Format:Digital
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Aspect Ratio:16.9
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Film Color:Color
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First-time Filmmaker:Yes
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Student Project:Yes - Christopher Columbus High School
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Columbus Films ShowcaseMiami
United States
May 11, 2024
World Premiere -
FilmGate FestivalMiami
United States
May 29, 2024
Winner Audience Award -
Luminary Independent Film FiestaParis
France
May 12, 2025
European Premiere
Andres Wallis is an 18-year-old senior at Christopher Columbus High School with a passion for filmmaking and cinematography. He has been a member of Columbus Films for two years, during which time he honed his skills in directing and filming. Andres' documentary, "Beautiful Disaster: The Making of Uncle Mike," showcases his talent and keen eye for visual storytelling. Andres will be attending Miami-Dade College to study film production, furthering his pursuit of a career in the film industry.