ZAYN ALEXANDRE
NEW YORK-BASED FILM DIRECTOR
Zayn Alexandre is a Lebanese American film director, writer, and actor based in New York City. Alexandre’s debut short film, “Abroad”, an intimate sociopolitical drama that explores the life of a Lebanese immigrant couple, made its world premiere at the Oscar-qualifying Santa Barbara International Film Festival. Alexandre’s second directorial effort, “Manara”, debuted during the 76th Venice Film Festival in the Giornate degli Autori section (2019 Venice Days) in a special screening. Alexandre is an alum of the prestigious TIFF Filmmaker Lab. Additionally, Alexandre holds double masters degrees from Columbia University and New York University.
UPCOMING PROJECTS
SAINT ROSE (2024)
"SAINT ROSE" is Zayn Alexandre's latest short film, following ABROAD (2018) and MANARA (2019). Selected to premiere at the 2024 the Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia (December 5-14).
→ in the press
→ Listen to the Original Saint Rose Soundtrack – Out December 9
“As the Red Sea International Film Festival approaches its fourth edition, set for December 5 to 14, 2024, audiences can expect an exciting lineup. The program will feature a mix of regional and international films. Notably, the Festival’s signature initiatives, like the Arab Shorts Competition, will continue to play a central role. Films include “Fragments of Life” by Anis Ben Dali, which tells the story of a fatherless boy navigating life in a remote village. Another standout is “Saint Rose” by Zayn Alexandre, which follows a housewife as she prepares for her daughter’s engagement. Both films offer unique perspectives and showcase the rich diversity of Arab storytelling.”
recent work
"A Decade of Brilliance" Maral Artinian's Journey with MARLI
In collaboration with Marie Claire Arabia and in honor of MARLI's tenth anniversary, Zayn directs a special featurette—a visual journey narrated by Maral Artinian, creative director and founder of MARLI New York.
Directed by: Zayn Alexandre
Director of Photography: Stefan Nachmann
Sound Recordist: Pedi Hashemian
Produced by: Shady Kerko
Sound Mixing: Chadi Roukoz
Colorist: Thomas Heban
Script: Pascale Seigneurie
1st Assistant Camera: Idil Eryurekli
Additional Camera: David Williams
Production Company: ZMA Entertainment
RECENT WORK
A New York Affair: Celebrating 10 Years of Exceptional Beauty with MARLI
An intimate film featuring Maral Artinian, the visionary behind MARLI New York. Through personal reflections and key milestones, Maral shares the brand’s journey over the past ten years, highlighting MARLI’s commitment to individuality, craftsmanship, and defying conventions. The film offers a glimpse into the inspiration behind MARLI’s collections and a forward-looking vision for the future, celebrating the connections that have shaped its legacy.
Director: Zayn Alexandre
DOP: Stefan Nachmann
Sound: Boris Krichevsky
Producer: Shady Kerko
Editor: Matt Cooney
