2026 | Gonzaga University | A Day Off

Luca Gillis produced and edited this raw and gritty, first person film that reflects on the tranquility and perspective of having a day off. The film emphasizes the everyday “blitz” of life, that is only obvious when you step away from it. The essay project blends chaotic handhelds from Vancouver BC with a calm, guiding monologue, and archival lectures.

This was created as part of a collegiate course for educational purposes.

 Focus: Intentionality, public service announcement, pace, message.

2025 | GilGil Media | Firenze Short Film

Inspired by the works of "The Godfather" and "Goodfellas," this documentary brings a welcome humor and edge to a cinematic directory of Firenze, Italia. 

This is Luca Gillis' capstone project for his personal creative journey of the 2024-25 Academic Year. He finished the year by studying abroad at Gonzaga in Florence, filming all of his travel, adventures, and experiences. Focus: Intentionality, flow, highlighting emotion and brotherhood.

2025 | GilGil Media | SAUTÉ

Immediately after purchasing a new cinema camera, Luca Gillis realized he needed to cook some oyster mushrooms before they went bad. Wanting to experiment and enjoy his new gear, the filmmaker combined the activities, demonstrating his love for the craft, even when no one was watching. Focus: Creativity, colors, continuity and sequencing.

2025 | GilGil Media | Stresa, Italia

This is an observational essay film created by Luca Gillis. The short film is a detailed, beautifully shot and framed, widescreen cinematic experience. Focus: Framing, observation, societal commentary, patience.

2026 | Gonzaga University | The Jazz Man

Luca Gillis produced and directed this film as part of a Digital Video Production II course at Gonzaga University. The assignment was to create a single scene narrative film. Luca wrote the screenplay completely from immagination and directed the talented cinematographer, Myles Sandy, in carrying out the vision. This short project relies on exquisite visuals, stylized dialogue, and an array of fantastic jazz music.

 Focus: Directing, visuals, lighting and emotional tension.

2025 | Camp Winadu | Friday Night Lights Week 4

This project was a week of action packed selects from two shooters (Bryan Von Shiau & Luca Gillis with advising from Matias De Rada) crafted into a 5 minute weekly short film on site at Camp Winadu. Each episode was planned, shot, and edited within the week, to be aired on site, and shared on social media on Friday nights. Week 4 was my favorite final product. Focus: Intentionality, flow, highlighting emotion and brotherhood.

2025 | Gonzaga Athletics | WGOLF Tournament Recap

This video is a recap sizzle from the EWU Kalispel Invite for Women's Golf. Luca Gillis created this through his internship with Gonzaga Athletics and was the lead cinematographer and editor on the project. Gillis filmed each shot with intention and patience; from camera motion, to lens and stabilization choice. The project was edited until the perfect flow, pacing, and immersion were created. Focus: Intention, flow, event recap, immersion.

2025 | Camp Winadu | Friday Night Lights Week 5

This project was a week of action packed selects from two shooters (Bryan Von Shiau & Luca Gillis with advising from Matias De Rada) crafted into a 5 minute weekly short film on site at Camp Winadu. Each episode was planned, shot, and edited within the week, to be aired on site, and shared on social media on Friday nights. Focus: Intentionality, flow, highlighting emotion and brotherhood.

2025 | Gonzaga University | Yvonne Ejim Documentary

This interview is an amazing combination of ESPN+ Play By Play Announcer, Kyle Sweeney, and Gonzaga legend, Yvonne Ejim. Luca Gillis was the lead cinematographer and editor for this project. The documentary was created as a school project and has NO association with the NCAA, NIL, or any financial partnership. This project and the use of GU facilities was approved by Gonzaga Athletics for educational and individual use. Focus: Framing, depth, highlighting emotion, storytelling.

2024 | Gonzaga University | Myles Sandy Interview

This school interview project by Luca Gillis was a trial towards the success seen in later projects such as the Yvonne Ejim documentary above. This was the young filmmaker's first time shooting and grading LOG footage, using a gimbal, and lighting an interview with full creative control. The project is on this website as a marker for growth. Focus: Creative control, storytelling, subject emphasis, growth / practice.