CINEMATIC MAGIC
High-end films & photography for magicians, magic companies and SPECIAL projects

Hi - I’m Allan
I make visuals that make magic read on screen. I speak both languages, film and magic, and fuse them so the visual moments, beats and story all land the way they should.
I can lead your project from beginning to end or step in at any point to give it my unique detailed touch!

I love working with magicians to create incredible visuals and films that bring their ideas, products or shows to life. Cinema was born out of magic, so it is a very natural fusion of art forms, yet it is very challenging to get all the details right. That’s why you want to work with someone who deeply understands both fields.

BEHIND THE LENS

After film school, I worked on countless film projects from narrative short films, to music videos, documentaries, commercials and high-end social media content for brands. I’ve worked professionally as a performing magician at corporate events, cruise ships and conventions. Recently, I’ve worked as a Creative Director for a media company and agency in New York City, helping big brands cut through the noise with videos on social media platforms.

WHAT WE CAN MAKE TOGETHER:

  • Product trailers (books, props, devices)

  • Playing card trailers, teasers and performance videos

  • Mini documentaries & artist profiles

  • Show/tour teasers and launch films

  • Convention short films, collection tours,

  • Product photography of props, books, cards and devices

  • Bespoke social media content that lives in the magic realm

    Have another idea or challenge that requires an elegant cinematic solution? Get in touch!

SELECTED WORK:

The Cardslinger (Director’s Cut)
Role: Director (Director’s Cut), Cinematographer, Editor, Colorist, Final Polish
Client: Fontaine Cards, Matt McCormick
About: This project called for a Western-inspired trailer with a gritty, near-timeless feel. During early conversations we decided to shoot the entire spot on Kodak 16mm film, which did a lot in helping with the unique texture, look and feel. This Director’s Cut is completely different from the 60” YouTube version that was released for the final campaign, and works more as a short-form cardistry performance and experimental short film.

The Definitive Mental Mysteries of Hector Chadwick - Trailer
Role: Director (Co-directed with Stephen Long), Cinematographer, Editor, Colorist, Final Polish
Client: Vanishing Inc, Hector Chadwick
About: The brief called for a dark and mysterious “tabletop” ad, shrouding this mentalism book re-release in meta-mystery by using grainy, hazy shots reminiscent of analog film, and very deliberate set dressing, lighting and performance combined with lots of invisible sophistication added during post production. Filmed and finished entirely in my home studio, I was able to control a lot of variables, and it also made this production logistically simple when working with client(s) across borders and continents under a tight deadline.

Salon De Magie - The Final Tour (Mini Documentary)
Role: Director, Cinematographer, Sound, Editor, Colorist, Final Polish
Client: Potter & Potter Auctions, Art of Play
About: The goal for this project was creating a film in which the viewer could experience a tour through Ken Klosterman’s Salon De Magie magic museum, as a part of consolidating the collection and preparing several items for auction through Potter & Potter. Gabe Fajuri acts as the host and guide, taking us through the museum. I spent a few days in Ohio with Gabe and his crew filming this, making sure we captured the essence of the collection as well as the tour elements. Ultimately the project is a mini-documentary that’s bursting with magic history and offering a unique peek into a very special place.

The next video could be for you - LET’S CREATE SOMETHING MEMORABLE!

Every collaboration is different, but please reach out to talk and see if our visions align.
Drop a line whether you have a question, or you’re ready to begin work on your next magic project
I’d love to hear what you have in mind, and suggest ways for us to bring to life in the most interesting way possible.