Candid Wedding Videographer in NYC – Arrakis Films
Luxury candid wedding films with real emotion and editorial taste
A candid wedding film in New York City crafted with intention not templates
NYC candid wedding videographer for couples who want real moments
If you want a wedding film that feels honest not staged not performed you are in the right place As an NYC candid wedding videographer we focus on what actually happened the glances the laughter the nervous hands the chaos the calm and the people who mattered most. Our goal is a candid wedding film NYC couples replay for years with the visual discipline of cinema and the truth of documentary
Candid wedding film NYC with cinematic discipline
Candid does not mean random It means unobtrusive coverage with strong storytelling structure We watch for emotion and timing then shape it with refined pacing clean composition and a cohesive finish. This is where candid wedding videography becomes something timeless A cinematic wedding film NYC couples recognize instantly without forced posing or scripted moments
How we film candid in New York City without disrupting the day
NYC moves fast venues are tight streets are loud timelines are compressed We work with a minimal footprint so you can stay present while we capture the story as it unfolds. We give light direction only when it helps the frame simple movement a calm pause a clean position then we disappear so the moment stays yours
Cinematic wedding video NYC that still feels documentary
A cinematic wedding video NYC is not slow motion and trendy edits It is rhythm intention and emotional clarity We build your film around anticipation release intimacy and energy while keeping everything real. If you are comparing styles here is the truth candid gives you honesty cinematic gives you structure Our approach is both cinematic wedding videography NYC couples want and candid documentary truth they trust
Clean audio for vows and speeches
A great NYC wedding film is felt as much as it is seen We prioritize clean audio so vows speeches and reactions land clearly and naturally. If you want an NYC wedding video with vows and speeches as emotional anchors we capture them with care and weave them into the story without turning your film into a recording
Video only and luxury wedding videographer NYC options
Some couples want video only and nothing else Others want one team and one consistent aesthetic across film and photo Video only collections are available and film plus photo is optional. If you want a luxury wedding videographer NYC couples book for calm presence refined visuals and real emotion we will keep the experience simple and elevated from start to finish
Candid packages with cinematic finish
Our collections are designed for couples who want candid coverage with a premium feel clean audio intentional pacing and a timeless finish that never looks over processed. Cinematic wedding videographer NYC coverage for full emotional continuity. Cinematic wedding film NYC storytelling built around voices and moments. NYC wedding videographer collections with video only available and add ons when you want a deeper archive
Our Three Most Popular Candid Packages
Package includes:
1 photographer and 1 videographer
Up to 6 hours of coverage
4K highlight film
4-5 minute cinematic highlight film
1 minute teaser trailer
Professional audio recording
Cinematic color grading
200+ beautifully edited high-resolution photos
Private online gallery to share with friends and family (available for 1 year)
Unlimited high-resolution downloads of all images
Package Includes:
2 photographers and 2 videographers
Up to 8 hours of coverage
Aerial drone footage (weather and venue permitting)
4K highlight film
6-8 minute cinematic highlight film
1–2 minute teaser trailer
Professional audio recording
Cinematic color grading
450+ beautifully edited high-resolution photos
Private online gallery to share with friends and family (available for 1 year)
Unlimited high-resolution downloads of all images
Package includes:
2 photographers and 2 videographers
Up to 10 hours of coverage
Aerial drone footage (weather and venue permitting)
4K highlight film
7-10 minute cinematic highlight film
1-2 minute teaser trailer
Professional audio recording
Cinematic color grading
Vintage Super 8 short film footage
550+ beautifully edited high-resolution photos
Private online gallery to share with friends and family (available for 1 year)
Unlimited high-resolution downloads of all images
Voice of Love
Andrew, founder of Arrakis Films, is a filmmaker and photographer crafting cinematic wedding films with deep emotion, storytelling, and timeless artistry.
About Us
At Arrakis Films, we are passionate about capturing the essence of your special day through timeless wedding videography. Our team, led by Andrew, a talented videographer and wedding photographer with over 10 years of experience, is dedicated to providing high-quality wedding films that tell the story of your love. We bring each couple's story to life, and our clients absolutely love the results. With a background in film and a keen eye for detail, we bring a cinematic vision to every wedding we cover. Throughout the day, we capture the bride, groom, and wedding guests naturally and unobtrusively, ensuring every candid moment is preserved. Arrakis Films creates wedding imagery that feels candid modern and emotionally true We are known for calm presence editorial taste and cinematic structure that never forces the moment. If you want a cinematic wedding videographer in New York City who can stay invisible and still craft a powerful film we will create something intimate and unforgettable
Roma, co-founder of Arrakis Films, is a film producer bringing cinematic storytelling and artistry to wedding films, crafting timeless and emotionally rich visuals.
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Candid is how we capture real moments without staging Cinematic is how we craft the story with structure pacing and sound Our films use both
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Yes lightly when it helps the frame Then we step back so the day stays real
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Yes video only collections are available Film plus photo is optional
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Yes we capture clean audio and weave vows and speeches into the story when it fits your pacing and priorities
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Full ceremony recording is available as an add on if you want the complete archive
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Our contract lists delivery within 6 months but in most cases we deliver much sooner typically in about 3 to 4 months
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Yes throughout New York New Jersey and for destination weddings
Frequently Asked Questions
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