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Reynaldo Rivera Jr. is a U.S. veteran and filmmaker with a Master of Science in Communications. He creates visual stories that explore resilience, collaboration, and the power of human experience.

  • The Oneiric | Horror Short Film – When Nightmares Become Real

    the oneiric is a horror short film that blurs the line between dreams and reality. when donny stumbles upon a strange notebook, his nights take a dark turn as haunting visions invade his sleep. what begins as curiosity soon becomes a descent into something far more sinister.

    inspired by creature features and psychological horror, the oneiric blends handheld cinematography and moody lighting to create an immersive, dreamlike experience. this project was developed as part of my cinematography training and reflects my growing voice as a filmmaker.

    special thanks to the entire cast and crew for helping bring this vision to life.

    #theoneiric #horrorshortfilm #creaturefeature #psychologicalhorror #shortfilm #cinematography #filmmaking #studentfilm #handheldcinema #filmfestival #indiehorror

  • The Taking of Mary | Short Psychological Horror Film (2025)

    a short psychological horror film about a college student who spirals into paranoia and possession after discovering a mysterious necklace.

    this short film contains dramatized scenes of psychological horror and fictional violence.

    written, directed, and edited by reynaldo rivera jr. filmed on location at college of the canyons.

    🎥 starring: gabriela rico as mary magdalene savannah zamarripa as jezebel paul andrew talle as professor salvador tyler lam and reynaldo rivera jr.

    🎓 special thanks: college of the canyons film/media studies department

    #horrorfilm #shortfilm #psychologicalthriller #studentfilm #filmmaking #indiefilm #collegefilm #possession #creepystory

  • Recreating a Scene from The Nice Guys (2016) – Mise en Scène Project

    for this project, we recreated a mise en scène from the nice guys (2016), focusing on cinematography, lighting, and shot composition. the scene takes place in an elevator, capturing the tension and visual storytelling of the original film.

    huge thanks to alex suarez, cat nguyen, brandon mcleen, and kaylie mcleen for collaborating on this project! your help in bringing this scene to life was invaluable.

    this was a fun exercise in film production and cinematography, experimenting with framing, angles, and lighting techniques to match the original scene as closely as possible. let me know what you think in the comments!

    #theniceguys #miseenscene #filmmaking #cinematography #shotcomposition #filmstudy #movieanalysis #shortfilm #filmproduction #filmstudents #elevatorscene #ryangosling #russellcrowe #moviecinematography #scenerecreation #collegeproject #setdesign

  • Inside The Wild Plum: A Holistic Spa & Wellness Experience

    the wild plum holistic spa and wellness center is more than just a spa—it’s a sanctuary for self-care, relaxation, and healing. in this special feature, we take you inside their world of yoga, holistic treatments, and mindfulness practices.

    this video was created as my journalism final project for s.i. newhouse school of public communications. special thanks to alexandra and daniela for their warm hospitality and for allowing me to showcase their beautiful space.

    📍 what you’ll see in this video:

    ✅ an inside look at the wild plum holistic spa

    ✅ yoga, meditation, and holistic healing practices

    ✅ the philosophy behind wellness and self-care

    💆‍♂️ have you ever visited a holistic spa? share your thoughts in the comments!

    #holisticwellness, #sparetreat, #yogaandmeditation, #selfcare, #wellnesscenter, #holistichealing, #yogapractice, #relaxation, #mindfulness, #thewildplum

  • Bonifacio Global City: A Vlog of the Condo I Stayed In.

    BACKGROUND: In 2019 I had the privilege to visit my fathers home country; the Philippines. I flew with Philippine Airlines – by the way they sell your data to third parties – and it was a no stop flight averaging 16 hours from LA to Manila.

    It was long and my feet swelled up really bad, but on the bright side I got to see Crazy Rich Asians and damn near cried out loud with joy. It was a good movie and I recommend watching it.

    I also learned the Fresh Prince of Bel Air is on Netflix in other countries, but is not on Netflix in the United States. Fresh Prince is one of my childhood shows, how can it not be on Netflix in the United States!

    Okay, I am starting to rant and that’s not what this post is about. It’s about my trip to Bonifacio Global City (BGC).

    BGC is a lovely area and is metropolitan in every sense of the word. I would wake up, put my shoes on, take the elevator down, and walk to the nearby Starbucks every morning. They have huge skyscrapers, modern shopping centers, friendly locals, jeepneys and tricycles, but everything you could want and need is walking distance.

    If and when I move to the Philippines I would start here, learn Tagalog, and venture to higher ground.

    BONIFACIO GLOBAL CITY: A VLOG OF THE CONDO I STAYED IN.

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  • Hip Hop Music Video.

    The artist who raps goes by Da Grizzly if you dig his music and would like to search for more of his songs. If you would like to know who all the people in the video are I posted their info at the end of the video in the credits.

    I used Adobe Premiere Pro as my non-linear editing system. I used YouTube and LinkedIn Learning to teach myself how to do the effects, and for guidance on what “hip hop” videos are supposed to look like.

    The camera I used to shoot the video was a Sony A7III and I shot at 4k 24p and 1080 120p. If you would like to know more information about how I shot or what I shot the video let me know in the comments or contact me page.

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  • Bomber’s Basketball Hype Video.

    Bomber’s Basketball Hype Video.

    Get ready for some fast-paced action in this hype video for Team Bombers, an all-girls youth basketball team. Watch as these talented young athletes bring the heat on the court, showcasing their skills, teamwork, and determination. From training drills to game-time intensity, this video captures what it takes to be a part of a winning team. Follow Team Bombers and get hyped for the next big game!

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  • Public Service Announcement on Veteran Affairs Healthcare | PSA Video

    as required for my multimedia storytelling class, i created a public service announcement that i wrote, directed, and filmed.

    the story begins with daniel having a nightmare — the sound of a grenade explosion jolts her awake. after trying to go back to sleep, she eventually turns to her computer, searching for answers and help. meanwhile, henry, distracted by a video game, warns her that she’ll regret making the call. but with her nightmares and the information she’s found, daniel decides to take that step and reach out.

    special thanks to nina and alan for being part of this project and supporting me in my academic journey and growth as a filmmaker. mahal kita!

    #psa #filmmaking #studentfilm #storytelling #veterans #mentalhealth

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  • Fashionista. A Nat Sound Sequence.

    Sharing one of my recent projects that my professor highlighted as a standout creation. I wanted to bring it to my WordPress community and beyond, so here it is! If you’re watching from WordPress, LinkedIn, or Twitter, let me know in the comments—I’d love to hear from you.

    Technical Details (for fellow camera enthusiasts):

    • Camera: Panasonic GH5S
    • Lens: 12-35mm f/2.8
    • Picture Profile: Cine V
    • Editing: Adobe Premiere Pro
    • Workflow: Microsoft desktop with NVIDIA 1080 Ti

    Thank you for watching!

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  • Jokers Wild: a Short Film by Reynaldo Rivera

    Hey  WordPress Fam,

    I made this video for a class i’m taking; Multimedia Storytelling. I like the colors in the film. I used my GH5s, a white balance card(but its actually grey), and the profile Cine V on my camera. Then, I edited it on Adobe Premiere Pro, found royalty free music on https://www.epidemicsound.com, and exported it in 1080p 30 fps as a MOV file.

    Let me know what you think, or if you have any suggestions for future videos on my YouTube Channel.

    Thanks! ^_^

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