Project | Mini Documentary

Food in the making [Chile]

  • Conceived the concept and structured the narrative flow

  • Independently filmed, directed, and recorded interviews

  • Experimented with sound capture using available tools, learning to adapt to practical constraintsEdited the footage into a cohesive mini-documentary, balancing story, visuals, and atmosphere

To capture authentic stories and behind-the-scenes processes of food culture, while developing practical skills in interviewing, filming, and storytelling.

One of my earliest independent projects, Food in the Making is a mini-documentary exploring Chilean culinary culture through the lens of a local food truck and an empanada shop.

What I use today as a professional microphone was, at the time, simply a phone with a sock to improve audio quality. Without access to professional equipment, I was driven by curiosity and a strong desire to gain hands-on experience in documentary filmmaking.

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About the Project

A 5.5-minute mini-documentary that captures authentic insights into food culture. Using just a phone with a sock to capture audio, I learned how to make the most of limited resources and took the initiative to create a complete documentary, laying the groundwork for more professional projects later.

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