Rafael Ziah Franco | Custom-Made Cinema

This film is a perfect example of the kind of storytelling we love creating. A wonderful cinematic recipe, fuelled by a couple’s amazing love.

We were immediately drawn by Stephanie and Manny’s story when we first met in November of 2010. Two people madly in love, working together, saving lives.

Their genuine natures and creative sprits gave way to the perfect filmmaking opportunity and we set off to create a metaphor that would frame their love for each other in the context of their life partnership.

Their wedding was the icing on the cake! Stephanie’s smile and Manny’s sense of humour turned their night into a once in a lifetime experience.

It was our immense pleasure to be a part of their amazing wedding. Special thanks to the York Region Paramedics, who helped make this film possible.

Shot on location in North York, Newmarket and Toronto (Eglinton Grand Theatre) with Kodak VISION3 500T Color Negative Film 7219 Super 8mm Film and Canon 5D Mark II Camera + Lenses. (nerd note: to properly enjoy sound design nuances and music track, use headphones or 2.1 channel sound system!)

Colleen and Jason know how to have fun! With Colleen’s attention to detail and Jason’s carefree spirit, their wedding was a true reflection of their union: elegant, playful, and dripping with romance.

This was a day that went off without a hitch, and that their family and friends enjoyed every second of. Being part of their very special day was an absolute pleasure… It’s always great to be enveloped by laughter from morning to night!

Shot at the Capilano Country Club in North Vancouver alongside the illustrious Randal Kurt.

There was no shortage of happiness at Natasha and Dev’s wedding and reception, and it was clear that their family and friends hold them both in high regard.

Natasha and Dev have a love that comes naturally, and that permeates all around them… touching everyone who has the fortune of knowing them.

It was amazing working alongside the inimitable Lew and Carmela from Engaging Images.

We first had the pleasure of meeting Allie and Chris at the Indie I Do wedding show in Vancouver, where they had already carved out a beautiful life and home for themselves.

It was clear to us immediately that their relationship was the perfect blend of romance and rock n’ roll. With Allie’s flare for elegance, and Chris’ touch of cool, their wedding matched them to a T.

We wanted to capture who they are as a couple, and to highlight what each of them brings to their partnership: Allie’s soft-spoken authenticity and her love of laughter + Chris’ offbeat humour and kind heart.

Shot at the London Hunt Club in Ontario, alongside the illustrious photographer Lisa Mark.