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Ali Eskandari
Showreel
Ali Eskandari is a filmmaker, director, cinematographer, and editor based in Newark, Delaware. His work spans commercials, documentaries, music videos, branded content, and independent films. With a background in both filmmaking and animation, he is drawn to visual storytelling and projects where atmosphere, rhythm, and human stories shape the film.
Over the years, Ali has worked across different stages of production, from developing an idea and directing on set to cinematography and editing. His work has been screened at international film festivals and has received a Best Cinematography Award. He continues to work on both commercial and independent projects, bringing a cinematic approach to each story he tells.
Latest
Work
Mandouzma
“Mandouzma” is a short animated film created by Ali Eskandari and Mones Zeydabadi. Made entirely through hand-drawn paper animation using charcoal and watercolor, the film is based on a true story and explores the oppression of women through poetic imagery and minimalist storytelling.
The film has been screened at international festivals and received multiple awards, including Best Cinematography.
Created & Directed by Ali Eskandari and Mones Zeydabadi
The film has been screened at international festivals and received multiple awards, including Best Cinematography.
Created & Directed by Ali Eskandari and Mones Zeydabadi
Magmatic Thought
“Magmatic Thought” is an independently produced documentary about Iranian-Italian sculptor Bijan Bassiri and his artistic practice. Filmed across Iran and Italy, the film explores his creative process, studio life, and distinctive approach to material and form.
Directed, Filmed & Edited by Ali Eskandari
Directed, Filmed & Edited by Ali Eskandari
Dorsa Home
I directed this lifestyle commercial for Dorsa Home, a luxury showroom bringing together high-end home décor, fashion, footwear, and jewelry. The film uses a cinematic visual approach to present the brand’s sophisticated identity and contemporary lifestyle.
Director: Ali Eskandari
Director: Ali Eskandari
LAMARI — FILM 01
Night / Technology
Set against the silence of the city at night, the first film introduces Lamari through a sleek and atmospheric visual language. The film highlights key features, including the Persian navigation system, while presenting the car as a sophisticated presence within the urban landscape.
Role: Director
Role: Director
LAMARI — FILM 02
Nature / Harmony
The second film moves from the city into the forest. Following a runner through the landscape before he continues his journey by car, the film explores the idea of mobility existing in harmony with nature positioning Lamari as a presence that moves through the environment without disrupting it.
Role: Director
Role: Director
LAMARI — FILM 03
Speed / Power
The final film shifts the tone toward performance. Through aggressive movement, speed, and a more intense visual language, the film reveals the powerful and dynamic side of Lamari, bringing the three-part campaign to an energetic conclusion.
Role: Director
Role: Director
KWC
I directed, filmed, and edited two commercials for KWC, each exploring a different side of the brand one focused on refined design and aesthetics, and the other on functionality and performance.
Director, Cinematographer & Editor: Ali Eskandari
Director, Cinematographer & Editor: Ali Eskandari
Palaz Factory Corporate Video
I directed, filmed, and edited this corporate film for Palaz Factory, showcasing its production process and industrial environment through a modern and engaging visual approach. The film was produced in collaboration with Zibaloon Advertising Agency.
Director, Cinematographer & Editor: Ali Eskandari
Director, Cinematographer & Editor: Ali Eskandari
Minus 40 Degrees
A travel documentary following Iranian adventurer Moslem Iran-Nezhad on his solo cycling journey from Iran to Siberia in extreme sub-zero temperatures. Working remotely with his self-shot footage, I shaped the material into a cohesive documentary narrative through editing, pacing, and storytelling.
Editor: Ali Eskandari
Editor: Ali Eskandari
Dam Construction - Sri Lanka
This industrial documentary captures the construction of a dam in Sri Lanka, highlighting the scale of the project, its technical processes, and the people behind the work. I also created a photographic series documenting different stages and details of the project.
Director, Editor & Photographer: Ali Eskandari
Director, Editor & Photographer: Ali Eskandari
Beauty Marque by Khaled | Salon Brand Film
A cinematic brand film created for Beauty Marque by Khaled, capturing the salon’s atmosphere, visual identity, and approach to beauty. I developed and executed the project from concept through final delivery.
Director, Cinematographer, Editor & Colorist: Ali Eskandari
Director, Cinematographer, Editor & Colorist: Ali Eskandari
23 People | Behind the Scenes
A behind-the-scenes documentary of the feature film 23 People, directed by Mehdi Jafari. I directed, filmed, and edited the behind-the-scenes film, documenting the cast, crew, and filmmaking process throughout the production.
BTS Director, Cinematographer & Editor: Ali Eskandari
BTS Director, Cinematographer & Editor: Ali Eskandari
Palaz | Hospitality
A TV commercial presenting Palaz’s carpet solutions for hotels and hospitality spaces, focusing on design, durability, and their integration into professional interiors.
Director, Cinematographer & Editor: Ali Eskandari
Director, Cinematographer & Editor: Ali Eskandari
Palaz | Home
A TV commercial introducing Palaz’s residential carpet collection, centered on comfort, family life, and the role of the product within contemporary home interiors.
Director, Cinematographer & Editor: Ali Eskandari
Director, Cinematographer & Editor: Ali Eskandari
Palaz | Office
A TV commercial showcasing Palaz’s carpet solutions for offices and professional environments, emphasizing contemporary design and functionality within the workplace.
Director, Cinematographer & Editor: Ali Eskandari
Director, Cinematographer & Editor: Ali Eskandari
PALAZ | A NEW BEGINNING
Web Teaser
A cinematic web teaser created for Palaz, built around the rising sun as a symbol of renewal and a new beginning. The film uses light, atmosphere, and the awakening city to create a sense of optimism and transformation.
Director & Editor: Ali Eskandari
Director & Editor: Ali Eskandari
LATON | Brand Film
A branded film for Laton, following composer Aref Heidari through his creative process,from finding inspiration in nature to developing ideas in the studio, where thoughts and melodies take shape on paper.
Director, Cinematographer & Editor: Ali Eskandari
Director, Cinematographer & Editor: Ali Eskandari
HOKA G
Social Media Commercial
A 15-second spot for Hokaji Restaurant, featuring a bartender mixing a series of colorful cocktails to the rhythm of the music.
Director, Cinematographer & Editor: Ali Eskandari
Director, Cinematographer & Editor: Ali Eskandari
Emmanuel Aboagye Artist Portrait Documentary
A short documentary portrait of Ghanaian artist Emmanuel Abajuah, now based in the United States. Through conversation and time spent with him in his studio, the film looks at his life, his work, and the ideas behind his paintings.
Director, Cinematographer & Editor: Ali Eskandari
Director, Cinematographer & Editor: Ali Eskandari
LIAN BAND
Music Video
A music video for Lian Band, led by Mohsen Sharifian and rooted in the folk music of southern Iran. Filmed aboard a traditional sailing ship, the video brings the band’s music together with the atmosphere of the sea and the culture it comes from.
Director, Cinematographer & Editor: Ali Eskandari
Director, Cinematographer & Editor: Ali Eskandari
TEN DAYS WITH PHOTOGRAPHERS
Motion Graphics | Event Teaser
An announcement teaser created for Ten Days with Photographers, a professional photography event. The piece uses motion graphics to introduce the event and build anticipation around the program.
Motion Designer & Editor: Ali Eskandari
Motion Designer & Editor: Ali Eskandari
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