Huge shoutout to Alex Vanover for kicking off his career in cinema!! And just to clarify, he was 19 when Michael Bay found him and 20 when he started filming the movie. He is now 22 and busy filming projects back to back so this is just the beginning! 🙌

Exceptional video content. Michael Bay's Armageddon was amazing. The drone video capturing and talking you do with the people is always amazing.

@Caleb Cudjoe hmm jr. ne bl

Vat mmmm. O kkkkklklll

this movie is so bad, and those drone shoots look youtube vlog clips🐸

Man you forget to talk about #FredNorth, next time maybe go see him and you ll be amazed of what he can do with his helicopter, best heli pilot for the industry and a great guy

Universal paid the right Youtuber, hell yeah I'm gonna watch the movie!!

The first time the drone shot appears in the movie was cool. Then it just randomly gets thrown in and becomes nauseating in typical Bayhem fashion. Can’t say I’d recommend the movie, despite this kids skills

The movie was horrendous. Don't waste your time, the quick drone shots aren't worth it.

I was a bit sceptical at first about watching this video but MAN WAS IT COOL! :D

Same lol

Same lol.

WOW. Such an insane collab, extremely well done you guys. Soooo fun to watch 👏

Now I need to watch this movie! Love this look behind the scenes, nice job PJ.

Such an incredible and awesome opportunity - huge congrats man! 👏 Love to see FPV beginning to make a big dent into Hollywood

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17:36.. this shot blew my mind, the entire video did for that matter, but at that time.. he flips the drone into the top of the building... AND FLYS IT OUT BACKWARDS.. the amount of spatial awareness these dudes have when flying these drones is out of this world. Great video! Truly amazing

His time in the Drone Racing League really served him well for this. Since the fastest racing line often involves turning and facing the direction you want to go while traveling through a 6 foot gate you're not looking at, traveling at breakneck speeds with 5 other pilots, this is probably casual flying for him 😎. Wish I could say the same 😅.

Same. I went back and replayed that flip and reverse exit sooo many times.

THIS is what I came to the comments to see 👍

The 19 year old dropped a gem, he said. "I love flying drones without fear, because fear brings doubt" Amazing words.

@AirbnbReviews The 4 spinning blades aren't dangerous to you?

@AirbnbReviews especially in this there‘s risk of injury… just think of how heavy this thing is, how fast it‘s going and all that while being that close to people which could get seriously hurt or even killed if he hits someone. you clearly have no understanding of what this is- it‘s far more than pushing so,e joysticks on a remote control around.

@Dexter LOL it was insured. This kid is just a nerd flying around a remote control.

@AirbnbReviews There are multiple things he could mean, for example no fear of destroying a camera that would cost more than most people earn a year. People with just a $1000 drone have a fear of crashing it, he has multiple drones and doesn't have to worry that if he crashes, he can't fly for the rest of the day.

So stoked that you were able to connect with Lightcraft!

yeaaaaa light craft is dope

NURK, I figure you're already up to this kind of stuff in movies that aren't out yet. I'm excited to see your work in cinema as well! BTW, I start helicopter training next month on my path to aerial cinematography!

It’s never the same without you! Come visit again soon!

This vlog needs an Oscar. I can’t believe the pacing and editing and storytelling in just a blog without feeling produced is truly a marvel.

"truly a MARVEL" Pun intended??

As an FPV pilot/fan since 2017, I'm so happy to see Vanover and JET making it to the big leagues. It was only a matter of time.

Gene, in the youtube universe, i can say that you really have arrived! Congrats to the whole team! Congrats to Alex Vanover and his team for putting Michael Bay's direction into action on the big screen! Huge talent! More power to you all!

This is so sick, brother. Super proud. It's a huge deal. Congrats! 🔥💪🏾

@Potato Jet Go for it bro :)

@Potato Jet In the immortal words of emperor Palpatine: DO IT!!

I’m just a random who doesn’t know anything about video, but I spent a week on Premier and hated it, a week into Resolve and I absolutely loved it.

@Potato Jet we changed and never looked back to Premier once!

@Potato Jet do it, you will not regret!

The use of drones was the most interesting aspect of the movie. What a treat this video was!

@smolbodybuilder it’s Michael bay what’d you expect lol

but also the most overused one

I clicked on this video to watch Gene, not Jake Gyllenhaal. That says something.

Hey Steven you doctor yet?, Comment when you're doctor

Asian youtubers unite! ....So i can watch good content as a white dude.

#EMOTIONALDAMAGE

I legit thought you and the Uncle Roger actor were the same dude...some gent on Instagram pointed out my oopsie... 😅😅

I clicked to watch Alex!

What an insane experience, congratulations on the sponsorship, the collaboration looked like so much fun!

Congrats to Vanover for this huge step! And a huge thank you to Potato Jet for taking the time to share this amazing story with all of us! Goals!!

So happy you got to be a part of such an awesome group of people -- Those FPV drone shots were low-key out of this world. And thanks for bringing us along for the experience. ✌🏼

So good to see FPV coming to the forefront! Congrats to all who were involved!

Bro this is huge. Congrats!

There is now less need for a crane in action shots.

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Gene!!!! This is one of the most engaging, entertaining videos I’ve watched in a long time! Wow!! And geez, it must have taken sooo much thought and time to plan, film and edit it. My respect for you has just doubled. Bravo!! 👍🦘😄🇦🇺

Pure awesome. I couldn't be more proud of these guys. Literally overwhelmed with pride

So freaking awesome, well done Gene! It's always fun watching your videos. We're entering a new dimension in filmmaking, flying drones on steroid’s. I wish Alex pleasure in his new career.

After seeing what Michael Bay did with Storror and now with these guys, I super respect him for finding the best in the world at something and really giving them both as much freedom and pushing them as much as possible in a really cool way. Dope video!

If a YouTuber needed to make it to the red carpet, it had to be you Gene! This is just a small part of what you’ll achieve man! Congrats to the whole team

Wow that was an amazing perspective to view. As someone who is new to cameras in general, I was blown away by the talent of these pilots and more importantly I could relate to almost everyone because of the relaxed style of interviewing and setting. 10/10, not bad for a potoatoe.

This one almost makes me as proud of you, one of my fav YouTubers, as Vanovers mum is about here drone pilot son (who's clearly had too much success at too little age already, let's hope for him that this goes well...). Awesome documentary, I love Gyllenhal, not so much the Bay overuse of action tho ;) Greets, Mario

WOW! Another level, man! Kudos to you and your team! I am definitely seeing this on a big screen... I'll enjoy it SO much more after getting an understanding of the skill involved. Deserves a million views.

I'm so happy for all of your successes, Gene! Keep it up it will keep paying off

Thanks for watching and commenting text the telegram above you have won a prize 🥇🥇

I am sooo happy for you!.. what a great video. Full of energy, behind the scenes movements and fun. I followed you for many years and I can see how your humble self, hard work and experience have paid off over time. Congratulations..

This film have me the feels. You're so much closer to where I wanted to be and we're probably the same age. I love your enthusiasm and coverage of the questions we all want answered. Great job.

I'd like to say congratulations to you and all the drone operators. This was a great video!

wow this was so inspiring, thank you so much Gene for this tour 👏👏👏my take home from this awesome video is to keeping doing whatever you are doing until you become really great at it 🙌

As a drone and part 107 owner, the quality of the drones that they were flying just makes me cry. OMG.... in a future life, I hope I own that.

Congrats Gene ! You can tell how happy you are to have had this opportunity and experience! I really hope MB takes you up on the bts doc idea.

I once lost a car in a parking garage. After 30 minutes I found it in a different parking garage across the street. All these years I thought I was the only person who could make this mistake, until now. Thank-you Gene!

So beautiful to see all of your dreams become true Gene. Throughout all of those scenes I lived them as If I was part of your crew. You guys rock! God bless. #studio8TWO7

Amazing! So cool to see FPV drones being used in movies. Thanks for sharing!!

Ah! Man! This was amazing. The boy and his team are very talented. And Universal knew the assignment hitting you up for the sponsor.

Wow! That was amazingly awesome Gene. So glad to were able to get this opportunity and you did a great job. And Kari, Finder of Lost Objects even got to make an appearance when you went back to your car. 😂

Awesome! I've been watching these guys fly for a long time and now glad to see it's paying off in film work. Great interview skills Mr Potato Jet!

Congrats on this video!! What a breakthrough for you, Vanover, and all of FPV!

Excellent video - I think it's one of your best. Great energy and terrific behind-the-scenes information about making the movie with FPV drones.

Was too pumped, I went to the theater mid video to see it. Congrats Jet and Vanover! I was so proud to see FPV on the big screen and from 2 pilots I follow nonetheless. Amazing!

Hey guys! I just found your channel recently and you make rly great informing and fun to watch videos! Keep up the good work and hope that Michael will someday hit you up for that documentary 🌾🌾🌾

if Michael Bay happens to watch this... I am going to see ambulance because of this video. I hadn't realized there was so much FPV video in the movie. Great video and interview, Gene. Is this the first major motion picture to use FPV drones?

no JohnnyFPV did Red Notice and a few others before that I believe

As a filmmaker, I've had my eye on this guy before I had any idea he was working with Michael Bay. With the right drone pilot nowadays, you can get around expensive rentals like Ultimate Arms and large cranes.

Holy Crap! Great episode! Congrats on this opportunity and you absolutely nailed the experience with the way this video came out. Thanks for taking us along!

Very inspiring! We love watching your videos, totally gets us hype about filming!

This was such a fun video to watch... the vibe the skill... the story... please more universal sponsored videos! :D

This was BADASS congrats Gene!!!

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🤯🤯🤯 Congrats Gene! I would be so happy to be able to experience something like that. incredible men! Great video!

Thanks for sharing! It was dope to see all your skills! Very inspiring stories told. Proud to see you guys walk the carpet! Big win for creatives!

This is dope! congrats on all these awesome opportunities! I also think that its amazing that you are highlighting drone pilots because this movie is what it is because of them!

*This was so much fun to watch!!!* Better than the trailer! I can't wait to see these insane drone shots!!!

Great interview! Awesome to see FPV so mainstream! Loved the behind the scenes deep dive!

I am currently really into drones and FPV. This video just made me even more crazy about it!

Fascinating! What a great business opportunity for these guys! Congratulations to everyone at Lightcraft! Thank you Potato Jet for showcasing this!

Congratulations 🎉 you have been selected among the winners, text the telegram to claim the prize

Making big moves! Congrats dude, this was amazing to watch

JEAN!!! I had to laugh at myself at the end of this video. My jaw was on the proverbial floor the whole time. Not because of how awesome the drone stuff is but because I'm just so happy for you and the crew! WOW!!!

This is amazing man! this video could be 2 hours and it wouldn't get bored for a second! Keep up the good work, love these video's about FPV 😎

Awesome Video man! You have such great social skills, everyone in this is feeling super comfortable and that makes it super enjoyable to watch. Great energy! The fpv pilots are super chill

Huge shout to you both! This was great!!! Way to pave the way for FPV! Congrats!!!

This came out even better than I ever expected (and I had the highest expectations). Thanks so much for killing it, Gene! AMAZING work!

@Potato Jet Nah, man! All credit to you for doing such an incredible job. The badass video is all I need! 😁

Scott!! Literally you made this video happen! 🙏🙏🙏 I’m gonna send you a fruit basket or something.

This was great to see. My biggest takeaway from the film was how incredible the drone footage was. Added a completely unique perspective to the film.

Wow, Gene. So proud of your progress. Moving on up!

Great video of the hard work and grind paying off! Thanks for making this!!

Congrats to the team! I can't wait to watch the movie. Thanks, Potato Jet for this incredible segment. You're my pohero.

This made me so happy for you. I could just sense the energy and excitement from you through every moment of this experience. Also that documentary would be awesome I would absolutely love to watch something like that.

Yeah

@Potato Jet He definitely seemed like he would be really fun to work with. He has that creativity first mentality no matter the cost. Need to risk blowing up a drone with five figure price tag to get the shot... just go for it.

Especially if it’s Michael Bay. He’s actually super interesting!

Gene, of all your videos, this one right here is definitely my favorite. In fact, I would call it my favorite YouTube video of all time. The very last frame was epic. I hope Michael Bay takes you up on your request.

Such awesome work. Chucking that amount of money around on a drone is brave. Looked like so much fun even though I know it is obnoxiously hard work. Props! Literally!

Michael Bay has figured out that getting niche youtubers in and around his videos increases his audience! The only reason I watched 6 Underground was to see all the work the Storror boys put in. I'll have to check this one out too. Love the pitch to Michael Bay on your end card - smart.

Wow way to go Potato jet! And I love how Michael Bay will work with anybody with talent like the Storror parkour guys. Always doing cool things

This is one of my favourite videos of yours Gene, wow looks like you guys had a blast, those drone pilots are on a whole different level, thanks for this great content 👍👍👍

Yeahh

This was amazing man, great video... congrats on this full experience and opportunity.

That was an amazing opportunity. Well deserved!! Enjoyed the video throughly.

Dude congrats on interviewing proper A listers!!! Been following you for years. Got a quick question for you, why did you focus so much on asking Mickey B, Jake and the other dude so much drone related question and not about moving making in general. Seems awfully niche topic for actors to be involved in. I just wanted to know the reasoning behind it, I don't mean any disrespect.

This whole video made my day. What an awesome experience! You two belong on the red carpet! BTW you documentary should be called "Bayhem the Scenes with Michael"!

Congratulations mennnnn. Side note most of all these YouTube filmmakers love to hate on Michael bay. They couldn’t do half of what he does. Watching this is amazing 🤩 keep going!!!

Dude that is so cool and such and honor you got to meet all of them! Congrats man I’m sure that was one of the highlights of your life!

This is awesome to see the behind the scenes b-roll, hear them talk about drones used in movies well done and congrats!

Big congrats to Vanover, I've been following his career since last year.

Best video ever? So happy to see Alex and Jordan getting the recognition they deserve! Great people, and great pilots!

Those drone skills are from another planet! 🤯And looks like an awesome movie! 🤘😎 Definitely on the watch list.

Finally a movie with chase choreography that's going to blow away most anyone. Seeing what drones can do during drift events alone is insane. Soo excited! Congrats man!

I actually had no interest in seeing this film... until now!!! Can't wait to see it knowing these guys were at the wheel!!! Awesome coverage, awesome interview... truly wholesome entertainment man!!

I need to see Gene doing these interviews before every movie in the theatre, love it, congrats Gene been following a long time and this is amazing.

Also, my offer to make you custom Potato Jet sunglasses with anything on the arms is still open! It'd be an honour

I first feel a bit jealous of the opportunity but it slowly changes to gratitude as I think, "thanks for paving the way for all the other FPV pilots, and giving directors a reason and example to pick FPV for that next epic shot!"

GENE-ius! This was awesome, Gene. I’m sure it took a hell of a long time and hard work to setup and edit. Congrats on the hustle! Next level!

Damn Gene had come up in the world, well done 👍 My brother actually just came back from seeing it and he liked it.

I am loving the lightcraft inside scoop so much! FPV is just mind blowing. It is really awesome that they get to push it.

haha, this was epic. that ambulance scene at the beginning was HILARIOUS.

@Brandon 🤣🤣🤣

"You can trust me, im asian, im a doctor"🤣😂

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I've never seen your videos until today but I'm a friend of Vanover's. This absolutely blew my mind. Fantastic work throughout, I'm subscribing and looking forward to your next documentary on a set.

Brother. You nailed the interview. You looked in place. Don’t ever sell yourself short. You deserved to be there!! ❤️

The man who inspired me to slap a Cine lens on a Canon M50 interviewing the man who inspired me to want to make movies...plus drones, what more can you ask for? Congratulations on getting this awesome opportunity, I'll admit to being insanely jealous! Love the channel, keep up the good work and best of luck!

Wow, such so nice seeing all these communities getting together to give some insights and have a good time.

This is literally the best interview, movie review, behind the scenes ever! Now I wanna book a theater ticket 😂 I hope we get more of this 😍

Update: Bought a ticket, just got out of the theater, love it 😂🙌🏻 Thank you for the recommendation haha

This was absolutely amazing! What cameras did you use to film this?

There were so many goosebumps moments for me, congratulations! You deserve this.

Wow, P Jet really blast off this time. Incredible to see how far, really far you come along

Holy shit that must've been exciting, the interview as well....Jake Gyllenhaal is one of my favourite actors, Michael Bay, even though I'm not the biggest fan of most of his movies (I did love The Island) has probably some of the craziest movie sets ever and it's interesting to hear them talk about drones.