December 30, 2024
LXXII — Farid Malki
Farid Malki is a Moroccan director based in Paris, creating commercials, music videos, and films.

Below are Farid’s SELECTS:

Movies
Oldboy by Park Chan-wook
South Korea
2004

The mastery of plot twists in ‘Oldboy’ taught me the power of surprise and narrative depth, which I strive to incorporate in my storytelling.

Movies
Hara-Kiri: Death of a Samurai by Takashi Miike
Japan
2011

The meticulous framing and painterly composition of this film resonate deeply with my approach to creating visuals that feel like works of art.

Movies
Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels by Guy Ritchie
United Kingdom
1998

The dark humor and razor-sharp script have inspired my love for creating layered, character-driven narratives with a touch of wit.

Movies
The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King by Peter Jackson
New Zealand
2003

The sheer grandeur and attention to detail in the set design have been a benchmark for crafting immersive worlds in my work.

Movies
Dune: Part Two by Denis Villeneuve
United States
2024

Its blend of visual scale and emotional intimacy inspires me to seek balance in creating epic yet personal stories.

Movies
Memento by Christopher Nolan
United States
2000

This film’s innovative storytelling structure has deeply influenced my appreciation for non-linear narratives.

Series
Better Call Saul by Vince Gilligan & Peter Gould
United States
2015

The nuanced character development and restrained storytelling in this series reflect the power of subtlety, which I value in my filmmaking.

Campaign
‘Castello Cavalcanti’ Prada by Wes Anderson
Italy
2013

A brilliant commercial that blurs the line between film and advertising, inspiring me to approach branded content with cinematic artistry.

Music Video
‘APESHIT’ The Carters by Ricky Saiz
France
2018

This music video’s bold, art-driven visuals and use of iconic locations have influenced my desire to create striking imagery with cultural resonance.