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Luis Lopez

@theluislopez

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Beyond humbled to be a part of San Diego Magazine’s September issue, which highlighted different artists around San Diego. Honestly, I’m still kind of in shock that I’m in this because there are so many talented and amazing artists out there doing incredible work.

The journey has been a long and crazy ride, and there have been so many times when I questioned whether I should keep pursuing filmmaking. There were moments when I was ready to quit it all. Without the support of my wife, Sydney, and God helping me understand my “why” in doing this, which is serving people by telling their stories, I wouldn’t be where I am today in this journey.

Being a filmmaker used to be about trying to make cool looking films and wanting to be known for what I do. Over time, that’s transformed into seeing filmmaking as a tool to serve people. I feel the weight and responsibility of making sure the stories I tell truthfully reflect the people I meet and the lives they’ve trusted me to share.

Being a part of this helps me see that I’m heading in the right direction. I know I still have a long way to go, but whether I’m recognized for it or not, I never want to give up using the gift God gave me to tell people’s stories.

Also, this is a mock cover of the issue they sent over, not the actual cover hahah.

Shout out to @furmanfoto for the amazing photos he took for the issue and doing this mock cover. by @theluislopez

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It was an eye opening experience learning about sex trafficking and the impact it has on so many peoples lives. Learning about Skull games and what they do to combat this issue gives me hope that there can be tangible change, and I am honored to have been able to share a small part of their story. It is amazing to see companies like @wartribegear see the value and net positive that @skullgames.io brings to the world and lead by example by collaborating and creating a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Gi that 100% of proceeds goes into supporting Skull Games and their mission of combating sex trafficking.

If you have the ability please support this, and tell the people around you to support this cause.

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#FilmmakerLife taken in Bend, Oregon by @theluislopez

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Dear Philadelphia is officially available to watch on Vimeo! Such an honor to have this be a staff pick, and also being apart of the Blackstar film festival. So grateful that this story can be seen by so many people. Everyone who told their stories in this documentary deserve to have their stories seen and heard, such incredible people that I will never forget. Grateful to God for the Journey!

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Thank you @reneemaria_o for allowing me to be apart of telling this story, and thankful for everyone that help make this film come alive! Love yall!

Link in my bio to watch it on vimeo by @theluislopez

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When @unitedwaysd asked me to tell Jovany’s story and his experience with the SparkPoint program, I knew it had to be about more than simply highlighting the program. It was an opportunity to show what real transformation can look like.

From the moment I met Jovany, I knew his story needed to be told. After everything he has been through, what stood out to me the most was his determination to become the best father he can be.

As a father myself, that really hit close to home. I understand the pressure we can put on ourselves to provide for our families, show up for them, and become the kind of men our children can look up to.

SparkPoint became a tool that helped Jovany find direction and continue building the life he wants for himself and his son.

United Way of San Diego County recently premiered the film at their gala, and watching Jovany receive a standing ovation was a moment I won't forget, especially seeing a line of people waiting to meet him and congratulate him afterward.

Moments like that remind me why I love filmmaking and how powerful storytelling can be when it gives people the opportunity to truly see, understand, and connect with someone else’s journey.

I feel grateful that Jovany trusted me to tell a part of his story. I’m excited to see what God has in store for him next.

Thank you to @badneighbor.studio for the lenses used on this shoot! by @theluislopez

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NIAH short film premiere

Even if you give something your all, sometimes you will still fail. But in that pursuit, you will end up where you’re meant to be.

The film captures this through a small moment in someone’s journey. by @theluislopez

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NIAH follows a character who is always one win away from getting his life together. He mirrors an unseen side of grappling culture.

Today is our final day of shooting. Wish us luck 🙌🏼 by @theluislopez

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Our focus isn’t on jiu jitsu, it’s on jiu jitsu people

The Niah campaign centers around one character that mirrors a side of jiu jitsu culture that brands don’t highlight. We intentionally introduced him in a situation where he’s letting his friend down. He’s waking up in the world we built, and when he does, he is late. Characters become the voice and face of your campaign’s message. by @theluislopez

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Armand King is preparing to take his MenTorN Tour nationwide.

This tour is built around a his mission creating an experience rooted in truth, drawn from his past, to help others heal, grow, and move toward prevention, purpose, and transformation.

This video serves as the opening to that journey. It introduces who Armand is, the deeper purpose behind the tour, and the documentary currently in development, honoring the lives of friends he has lost and reclaiming their stories to impact future generations.

This video sets the tone for every person who attends the tour that they are seen, understood, And that their voice matters. by @theluislopez

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Here is a trailer to RAISED, a documentary series me and @mr.armand_king have been and continue to work on which exposes how trauma and the absence of mentorship shape youth outcomes. Armand is about to go on his MenTorN tour across the country which focuses on creating an experience for people based on the truths he has learned from his past to help transform , heal, and guide them towards prevention, purpose, and transformation. Go follow him to keep updated on the tour! by @theluislopez

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