Apply for film school 2023

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About me: 17F • Student Filmmaker based in Austin, TX.

I’m applying to directing and directing MFA programs at UT-Austin, FSU, UCLA, and UCSB. I appreciate any advice and hope to connect deeply with other passionate filmmakers on this site. Feel free to message me directly!

Wishing the best for all of us applicants this season!

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