Jacob French
Filmmaker
Jacob French (he/him) is an internationally recognized filmmaker with a BFA from the Rochester Institute of Technology School of Film and Animation, one of America's top film schools. With French's films, nothing is what it seems, as he blends tones and genres, crafting absurd stories with deeply felt emotional cores. With a lifelong love of storytelling and filmmaking dating back to first grade, he strives to go against the grain and keep audiences on their toes. His films have screened in festivals across several continents, in places such as Time Square, London, and Milan.
UPCOMING PROJECTS
CHANGING KEYS
A Dramedy Feature Film by Jacob French
Tyler, Jenn, and Hayley haven't seen each other in two years. Now young adults, the three siblings hope to rekindle their bond on a reunion vacation to Key West. However, tensions begin to arise from deception, secrets, and the same open wound that drove them apart.
Currently In-Production!
Recipient of the MAGIC Makers Grant
Short Films
Written/Directed by Jacob French
"This was nothing short of beautiful. I laughed, cried, and got a little disturbed. It deserves so much more than five stars."
-April on Letterboxd
"Fantastic short film! It really embraces the hilarity of the concept, but still manages to leave you on a truly heartfelt moment!"
-Brayrand on Letterboxd
"Phenomenal film with a great mix of comedy, horror, and unexpected drama. A short film absolutely worth the watch."
-jdp9r on Letterboxd
"Masterful writing and technical skills...Excited for future projects from this director." -Michaela Ireland on Letterboxd
"Never thought I'd cry over a chicken movie but here I am" -Soph on Letterboxd
"Amazingly polished and funny and heartfelt and meaningful"
-Ariel on Letterboxd
Frank has just moved to the suburbs when he begins to receive visits from strangers dressed in homemade chicken costumes. When he discovers the truth about his new house, he must confront both the chicken people and his own trauma.
Written, Directed, and Edited
by Jacob French
"This short manages to pack a lot in and it all really works for me. It's a really funny concept executed well, and it's holding a conversation about 'outsider art' that I think is really cool." -Bony835 on Letterboxd
"Such a clever premise + a daffy set of characters (in the best way). Please let live "bad art" portrait drawings be part of future screenings!" -Scott Pukos on Letterboxd
"This sketch artist has a career ahead of them! A great short" -Dan Howell on Letterboxd
After unknowingly drawing a murderer, an aspiring artist becomes the only source of evidence in an ongoing case.
SKETCHY CHARACTERS
Written, Directed, Edited, and Cinematography
by Jacob French
From the beginning, Chloe and Max have had nothing but bad luck in their relationship. When Chloe decides that the time has come to break up with Max, things don't go exactly as planned.
Unlucky
OFFSTAGE
An Experimental Short Film by Jacob French
RIT School of Film and Animation Honors Show Honorable Mention
A theatre actor struggles with life between gigs.
Work Samples
Directing
Generalist
Motion Graphics
