The Cinematic Schematic

Three filmmakers with Oklahoma roots are taking their short film, The Thrilling Adventures of Amos Waters, to the National Film Festival for Talented Youth (NFFTY) in Seattle, Washington this Friday night. On this episode of The Cinematic Schematic, Ella Janes(writer/director), Paris Burris (producer), and Dillon Milner (cinematographer) sit down with host Caleb Masters to talk about their experience bringing Amos Waters to life. The film plays on Friday, March 27th, 8:15 PM at SIFF Cinema Uptown. About The Thrilling Adventures of Amos Waters The Thrilling Adventure of Amos Waters is the story of a ten-year-old boy, Amos, filled with a childlike curiosity about the world and a craving to understand all aspects of life. Special Guests Ella Janes Writer/Director Paris Burris Producer Follow Paris on Instagram @parisburris Dillon Milner Cinematographer Follow Dillon on Instagram @dillonmilner When and Where to Watch The Thrilling Adventure of Amos Waters at NFFTY 2026 Follow The Cinematic Schematic Podcast Hear