The L.A. Film School - Worth it? Bachelor's in Digital Filmmaking

Last year I graduated from the Los Angeles Film School (LAFS) with a Bachelor's degree in digital filmmaking. Here is what I think, and if I would recommend it to you.
The Bachelor's program in digital filmmaking is an online degree which can be done from anywhere in the world. I lived in Germany the entire time while staying at the LAFS. Would I say it is the best online film school? Should you even go to film school?
I talk about the academic schedule and program, the tech kit that will be sent to you, as well as my thoughts on whether or not it's worth it.


Is Film School Worth It in 2025? We break down the real pros and cons of going to film school vs. learning everything on YouTube—costs, structure, community, access to gear, mentorship, and how far self-teaching can really take you. If you’re debating film school, this guide will save you time, money, and headaches so you can start making better films now.
What you’ll learn
Where film school shines (hands-on training, feedback, crew, deadlines) and where it falls short (tuition, padded curriculum, uneven outcomes).
Why YouTube filmmaking works (free, flexible, niche deep dives: cinematography, natural light, clean audio, DaVinci Resolve color grading) and when it doesn’t (quality control, no 1:1 help, overwhelm).
A practical roadmap: build a portfolio, shoot real projects, fail fast, iterate, repeat—because skills beat theory every time.
Who this is for
Aspiring directors, DPs, editors, and creators weighing film school vs self-taught paths, student filmmakers planning a career in the industry, and anyone who wants to make short films, music videos, commercials—or their first feature—without wasting years.
Action step
Pick a small project today. Light it, record clean sound, cut it in DaVinci Resolve, share it, get notes, and do it again. That loop is your real film school.
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