directed by ari
SHORT BIO
Carrying in him an insatiable thirst to showcase the human condition in unique and contemplative ways, Alexandre Richard revels in pushing boundaries through psychologically-perplexing concepts, magical realism, expressionism, enthralling visuals and directorial aesthetic.
His marriage of style and substance makes for thought-provoking storytelling that has garnered this self-taught filmmaker critical international acclaim.
In the last years, Alexandre amassed over 50+ awards and nominations, including “Coup de coeur” at the 2020 Fantasia International Film Festival, “Best Canadian Film” at the Vancouver Independent Film Festival and Montreal Independent Film Festival and a total of 9 nominations at the 2020 and 2021 Berlin Commercial Awards.
WINS AND NOMINATIONS (selected)
2021 - Winner Best Director @ Music Video Awards (UK)
2021 - Winner Best Director @ International Music Video Underground (France)
2021 - Winner Best Male Director @ Music Video Awards (UK)
2021 - Official Selection @ Rendez-Vous Québec Cinéma (Canada)
2021 - Winner Best Director @ Music Video Awards (USA)
2021 - Nominated Best Director @ Berlin Commercial Shortlist (UK)
2020 - Winner “SLA Coop - Coup de Coeur” @ Fantasia International Film Festival (Canada)
2020 - Winner Best Canadian Film @ Vancouver Film Festival (Canada)
2020 - Winner Best Director @ International Music Video Awards (UK)
2020 - Winner Best Canadian Film @ Montreal Independent Film Festival (Canada)
2020 - Winner Best Director @ Vienna Film Awards (Austria)
2020 - Nominated Best Director @ Berlin Commercial Shortlist (UK)
2018 - Nominated TOP20 - Best Canadian Music Video @ Prism Prize Awards (Canada)
2016 - Official Selection @ RVCQ - Rendez-Vous du Cinéma Québécois (Canada)
2015 - Official Selection @ FCVQ - Festival de la Ville de Québec (Canada)
2011 - Winner Best Director @ Fantasia International Film Festival (Canada)
CONTACT
ari@lesorphelins
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438.874.0852