Dear Friend Signs Director Abraham Felix

Dear Friend has officially announced the signing of director Abraham Felix, an innovative talent whose work explores the intersection of love, violence, masculinity, and spirituality - especially in Black peoples and cultures. 

As a member of Emerging Voices through the New Orleans Film Society and a participant of the AICP Mentoring Program, Abraham’s commitment to elevating untold stories is at the centre of his fearless directing style. His honest voice and raw storytelling approach have made him a sought-after talent, previously landing him representation at US production outfit Curfew. 

Dear Friend’s partner and EP, Garth Collins, says, “Abraham is so much more than a director - he’s a community leader and advocate for necessary change in today’s climate. His work has already made a lasting impact in the spaces where it matters most, and our modus operandi as a company is to foster and grow artists that we know can change the world. He’s empathetic in his approach in ways that few directors are - he connects with the creative and elevates it through a uniquely human viewpoint. We can’t wait to champion his voice.” 

"Dear Friend has that rare mix of ambition, curiosity, and kindness that makes for a perfect creative partnership,” adds director Abraham Felix. “They have a track record of producing excellent work as well as a strong approach to storytelling as a company, but it’s the way that they care and befriend the folks they cross paths with that really makes them special.” 

“It's very exciting to join such an incredible roster and be a part of a team that balances artistry and craft with kindness and humanity - all in the effort of making great work,” he continues. “I'm thrilled for the opportunity to world-build at a larger scale and expand my storytelling sensibilities in future projects with them across Canada.” 

Over the past few years, Abraham has brought a grounded and confident thoughtfulness to each piece he’s directed - both narrative and commercial - aiming to shift culture towards a more humane, just, and inclusive place. ‘The Unspoken Curriculum’ for the Boris L Henson 

Foundation has earned accolades at the D&AD show, the 1.4 Awards, Shots’ Young Director Awards, and more while his narrative short film ‘Change’ earned a jury prize at the New Orleans Film Festival and is currently streaming on Short of the Week.