Every film set has that moment — the disaster that came out of nowhere, the dumb mistake that snowballed, the day everything went sideways, or the incident everyone still talks about years later.
These stories aren’t here to shame anyone. They exist because film sets are chaotic, unpredictable, and full of people still learning how this industry actually works.
This series collects real, anonymous stories from grips, electrics, camera assistants, PAs, ADs, and everyone else who’s survived the trenches.
If you’ve ever walked onto a set and thought, “What the hell is happening right now?”, you’re in the right place.
Submit Your Anonymous Story
Have a story worth sharing?
Use the form below to send it in — no names, no show titles, no identifying details. Just the experience, the chaos, and whatever lesson came out of it.
Everyone starts somewhere.
Your worst day might be the thing that helps someone else survive their first.
Submission Disclaimer
By submitting a story, you agree to keep all names, show titles, production companies, shooting locations, dates, and any other identifying details out of your submission.
HTFS will review and edit submissions to remove identifying information, but the responsibility begins with the submitter.
These stories are shared for educational and entertainment purposes only.
They are not meant to defame, expose, or target anyone involved in the film industry.
By submitting, you confirm that:
- The story is true to the best of your knowledge
- You have removed identifying details
- You understand that HTFS may edit for clarity, anonymity, and safety
Thank you for helping keep this series respectful, anonymous, and useful for the entire film community.
Disclaimer
The stories shared in this series are submitted anonymously by film crew members from around the world.
All identifying details — including names, productions, companies, dates, and locations — are removed or altered to protect the privacy of everyone involved.
These stories are published for educational and entertainment purposes only.
They are not verified accounts, and they do not represent the views or experiences of HowToFilmSchool, its contributors, or any affiliated organizations.
We do not publish stories that include:
- targeted attacks on individuals
- defamatory claims
- sensitive personal information
- legal disputes or ongoing investigations
By submitting a story, you confirm that:
- the content is your own experience
- you have removed identifying information
- the story does not violate NDAs or confidentiality agreements
HowToFilmSchool reserves the right to edit submissions for clarity, safety, and readability.