Super 8 Wedding Videographer in Los Angeles - Arrakis Films
Nostalgic, Emotional, and Authentically Cinematic
We film on real Super 8 Kodak cameras to create timeless, analog wedding films
Super 8 with Arrakis Films
Super 8 wedding videography is an art form rooted in authenticity. Each reel captures real texture, motion, and light — not through digital filters but through the warmth of analog film. Our Super 8 films are nostalgic yet modern: cinematic stories told through the timeless beauty of real celluloid. We don’t recreate the past; we preserve emotion in its purest form. Every glance, every laugh, every fleeting gesture is honored, allowing the subtle poetry of the day to unfold naturally. Motion and light intertwine to create a visual rhythm that feels intimate, alive, and timeless. Each reel becomes a living testament to connection, love, and the quiet magic of moments that will never come again.
The Process — Filming on Real Super 8 Film
Super 8 is intentional by design. Each roll lasts about three minutes, which means we film with purpose — choosing moments that carry energy: movement, touch, light, and the feeling of the room. We plan around emotion, rhythm, and natural transitions so the footage flows frame-to-frame instead of feeling random. After filming, the footage goes through a true analog workflow: the film is developed, scanned, and then crafted into a cinematic short with a timeless editorial finish. The result is tactile, romantic, and deeply human — a film you don’t just watch, you remember.
Real Film. Real Emotion.
Digital video is sharp and clean. Super 8 is nostalgic and emotional — a medium that makes even simple moments feel like memory. We use vintage Kodak film cameras to document your story with depth and honesty. Every grain, flare, and imperfect frame becomes part of the narrative — a visual diary of real feeling. Super 8 typically does not include synchronized in-camera sound, which is part of why it feels so dreamlike and visual-first. If you want vows or speeches in the final film, we can capture audio separately and blend it in post-production — keeping the Super 8 look pure while adding the intimacy of your voices. No overlays. No “vintage presets.” Just real film, real texture, real soul.
What Is Super 8 Wedding Videography?
Super 8 is a classic motion picture film format — often called 8mm wedding film in everyday conversation — shot on real vintage cameras using real film stock. It’s not a digital effect. It’s not a filter. It’s actual analog footage with natural grain, light leaks, and a softness that feels like a dream remembered. A Super 8 video is usually edited like a cinematic short: emotional, visual, and atmospheric. Because each roll is short, the medium naturally pushes toward the best moments — the ones that carry story through movement and light. Many couples choose Super 8 as a standalone piece, while others love a hybrid Super 8 + digital wedding filmapproach: Super 8 for the nostalgic “memory” layer, digital for clean coverage and professional audio. Either way, the goal is the same: a wedding film that doesn’t feel generic — it feels like you.
Why Choose Arrakis Films
Arrakis Films is built on storytelling. We bring over 10 years of filmmaking experience, an award-winning director’s eye, and a deep understanding of Los Angeles weddings, venues, and vibes. Our style blends fashion taste with cinematic emotion — raw, elegant, and intentional. We don’t just deliver a wedding video. We craft a film you’ll want to revisit forever — one that feels personal, atmospheric, and genuinely alive. Couples choose us because we don’t imitate vintage — we film it. Using original cameras, real film stock, and handcrafted color work, we create Super 8 wedding films that look and feel like nothing else.
Los Angeles — The Perfect Setting for Super 8 Magic
The sunlit streets, desert light, and cinematic coastlines of Los Angeles are made for Super 8. We let the natural tones of the city shape your story — from golden-hour vows in Malibu to late-night laughter under string lights downtown. Every frame carries atmosphere and energy, turning your wedding into a film that feels a a dream you can re-enter. Los Angeles gives Super 8 what it loves most: bold light, real texture, and locations with character.
Our Signature Film Packages
Our wedding film collections are crafted for couples who value art, atmosphere, and authenticity. Super 8 can be added as an add-on, built as a standalone Super 8 wedding film, or integrated as a hybrid Super 8 + digital wedding film — depending on the experience you want and how you want to remember your wedding day.
1 Videographer
Up to 6 hours of coverage
4-5 minute cinematic
4K highlight film
1 minute trailer
Professional audio recording
Cinematic color grading
2 Videographers
Up to 8 hours of coverage
Aerial drone footage (if conditions allow)
4K highlight film
6-8 minute cinematic highlight film
1–2 minute trailer
Professional audio recording
Cinematic color grading
2 Videographers
Up to 10 hours of coverage
Aerial drone footage (if conditions allow)
4K highlight film
7-10 minute cinematic highlight film
1-2 minute trailer
Professional audio recording
Cinematic color grading
Vintage Super 8 Short Film Footage
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 Arrakis Films
Arrakis Films creates wedding imagery that feels cinematic, modern, and emotionally true. We’re known for editorial taste, bold composition, and storytelling that captures real energy — not staged perfection.
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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Yes — because Super 8 is about impact, not runtime. It’s a concentrated emotional piece: the most cinematic moments, edited like a memory.
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Super 8 is typically visual-first without synchronized in-camera sound. If you want vows/speeches, we capture audio separately and blend it into the final edit.
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It’s not silent, but it’s not disruptive. We shoot with a minimal footprint and stay respectful of the ceremony flow.
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It depends on coverage and how much Super 8 you want in the final film. We’ll recommend a realistic number based on your timeline and priorities.
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Most couples love hybrid: Super 8 for nostalgic texture, digital for clean coverage and professional audio. We’ll help you choose what fits your day.
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Super 8 requires developing and scanning, so timelines can be different from fully digital work. We confirm delivery timing clearly in writing before you book.
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