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Independent Adds Samir Mallal to Directors Roster

06/06/2017
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Mallal joins for exclusive representation in the UK and Amsterdam

Independent Films, the production company responsible for some of the highest profile commercial advertising films of the last decade, are proud to announce that director, Samir Mallal, has joined its roster of talent for exclusive representation in the UK and Amsterdam.

A multi-award winning director recognised across a range of genres, Samir is known for his ability to make films that immerse audiences in captivating narratives through stunning visuals and emotional storytelling which intimately explores the depths of human emotions.

Samir first found prominence with his film 'Artic Sun' for Tropicana, which earned him a spot on the Saatchi & Saatchi New Directors Showcase at Cannes Lions, and won him the 2010 Best Young Director award, as well as a Gold Lion. The film was also named one of 2017 Toronto International Film Festival’s “essential works of Canadian cinema history”. His innovative, passionate and creative approach has seen him team up with some of the biggest global brands to direct commercials for the likes of Google, GE, Starbucks and Coca-Cola.

Samir is also pushing the limits in the world of virtual reality. His recent collaboration with content and technology company Within led to the production of “New Wave,” a cutting edge narrative VR film that plays with viewers sense of presence through an innovative use of head tracking functions.

Outside of his commercial and VR work Samir has also co-directed three feature length documentaries produced through the National Film Board of Canada, including “Nollywood Babylon” which debuted in the documentary competition at the Sundance Film Festival in 2009 and was nominated for a Grand Jury Prize.

Jani Guest, Managing Director at Independent Films, says: “Samir has the unique ability to tell human stories in the most cinematically crafted and beautiful way. His work can’t help but have an emotional effect on its audience. He’s created some truly brilliant work in North America and we are delighted to be representing him in the UK.”

Samir says: “Jani has passion, taste and an incredible eye. And that's what drew me to Independent. I'm humbled to be on this roster.”

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