Meet Film Dheva-Aksorn | Artist, Writer & Producer

We had the good fortune of connecting with Film Dheva-Aksorn and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Film, have you ever found yourself in a spot where you had to decide whether to give up or keep going? How did you make the choice?
First off, I don’t think “giving up” is necessarily a bad thing. People usually see it as weak or assume it means you didn’t care enough, but I think it’s actually just about knowing where your energy belongs. If something still matters to me, even when I’m burnt out, I’ll take a break, reset, and come back to it. But I’m also pretty cynical, and as bleak as it sounds, if you’re constantly pouring yourself into something and it gives you nothing meaningful in return—not even a sense of growth or joy, then it’s worth asking whether it’s really worth the toll it’s taking on you. I think it’s worth remembering “It’s okay to give up”. It does not make you a failure- it just means you know when something isn’t right for you.

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
At this point in my musical journey, I’m really proud to present my project, filmy—a lo-fi alias where I release chill, calming music.

There were a lot of obstacles in creating the world of filmy. First, I realized how hard it is to stand out in the lo-fi space, since many artists don’t fully embrace the “artist” identity… understandably so, given the genre’s more anonymous nature. On top of that, I’m navigating a predominantly male space behind the scenes. And, to be honest, it’s also terrifying working in a lyric-less world as someone who loves words. I’m a writer at heart.

But instead of seeing these things as limitations, I started viewing them as chances to carve out my own lane. So I threw out a lot of the typical lo-fi tropes. Instead of animated visuals or generic nature scenes, I use real photos of myself to bring a face and identity to the music. Instead of vague titles like “Moonlit Dream” or “Into the Night”, I chose to name my tracks with more personality, like “I hate chardonnay anyway” or “give me back my shirt.” I’m a pretty funny girl (I THINK), and this felt like a good way to let that side of me shine through.

To add another layer and a unique flare, I started writing poems for each song (sometimes the poem comes first) and using them as secret context for the music. They show up as Spotify canvases and in content, helping create a small universe around each track that listeners can explore beyond just the music.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
I’m gonna keep it real. I love food, so most of the trip would revolve around eating or traveling to eat. LA has so many unique restaurants, and I’m the type of person who refuses to waste a single meal on something boring or generic. If I’m on a trip for a limited time, every meal has to count and be memorable. Some of my personal favorites are Bacari, Kazunori, Lunetta, and Teddy’s Red Tacos.

If they’ve never been to LA then they’ll probably want to do the whole Holllywood sign & walk of fame sighting (which personally I find really anti-climactic). The Santa Monica beaches are worth checking out though (I’m from Thailand so I love the beach).

But if they’re down for a mini road trip, I’d 100% recommend Joshua Tree or Death Valley. Both places give you that full California experience. I’ve had some really meaningful moments out there—something about being in such a surreal, quiet landscape just hits different and left me feeling super inspired.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
I wouldn’t be where I am now or have had the courage to follow my dreams without the support of my parents. They may not fully understand the vision or trajectory of this career path, but I’m deeply grateful for the trust they’ve shown in letting me find my own way.

Another important figure in my musical journey, though he may not know it, is Pat Pattison, who was both a teacher and mentor during my time as a songwriting major at Berklee College of Music. I was on the verge of giving up, completely burnt out after studying music academically for six years straight. Learning under Pat reignited something in me—a spark that’s still pushing me forward today.

And of course, I’ll always be thankful for the support from my community and the people I’m surrounded by. I hold onto the kind, encouraging words from friends, peers, and my boyfriend. They’ve carried me through more than they probably realize.

Website: https://onfilmmusic.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmdheva_

Other: tiktok: onfilmmusic

Image Credits
Viktor Cich, Sydney Canlas, Sasha Pedro