The Find

A band of rogue mercenaries, working outside of any government jurisdiction, have found a mysterious creature only known as a ‘unicorn’. It looks just like a human female and General Marston, after searching for years, has finally caught up with her. Now being distributed worldwide with Shorts International

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The Marionette Unit

Currently in development the film follows Nathaniel, a struggling engineer in a changing world. He receives a warning that his estranged father will be killed in less than two weeks. Putting aside his fears he delves into the murky world of machines, control, Alchemists and The Marionette Unit.

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Creative Bench – Production Co and Talent Agency – Launches!

Just before the Christmas break I met up with an exciting new producer who was about to set up a new production company and talent agency based in Poland and representing filmmakers across Europe. I was hugely impressed with what was on offer, not to mention the number of…

BFI Think Shoot Distribute 2012

Last week I attended the BFI Think Shoot Distribute scheme, having been selected from over 150 applicants. It was a fantastic experience and everyone who was a part of it – 25 writers, directors and producers from across the UK – were all talented filmmakers. We had the opportunity of…

Project ARTICHOKE featured in SohoSoHo news

SohoSoHo, the international Showreel Directory for the advertising production community has a little write up about Project ARTICHOKE in their News section. Click here to check it out.

Project ARTICHOKE completed

After seven weeks, Project ARTICHOKE my short film entry for this year’s Virgin Media Shorts competition is finally complete. If you haven’t had a chance to see it yet, you can check it out here on the Virgin Media Shorts website: http://www.virginmediashorts.co.uk/film/3321/project-artichoke. The film was quite a challenge to put…

Post-production done!

Post-production on this film has been a test of perseverance! One of the drawbacks of having to postpone our shoot dates meant that our post-production schedule got squeezed from just over a week to five days! Shooting on RED, the first thing we had to do was convert the footage…

Shoot Day 3

The final day of the shoot! Today was all about getting the transition sequence in the can (or in the hard drive) and shooting the opening of the film. Today was also the day that Malte Rosenfeld came on to cover for DP Matthew Cooke (as he was unavailable due…

Shoot Day 2

Today we were at the location that was going to serve as the main space where Sirhan is at the shooting range, as well as the interrogation room, the CIA Office where Walker and his men sit at the end, as well as the opening of the film. We really…

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About me

I studied at the London Film School and have been freelance since graduating. Strongly passionate about film and currently working on several projects that are both thought-provoking and commercial.

Recent awards include 5e Grand Prix Européen des Premiers Films from Vevey Images Festival and a Young Director Award nomination at the Cannes Golden Lions.

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A Pleasure to work with, inspirational.
Craig DennisIrresistible Films –
Az is not only an incredible creative force, he is also one of the most pleasant and level-headed people I’ve had the chance to work with. His focus and wonderful imagination is always coupled with a great sense of humour and passion for what he is doing. I wouldn’t hesitate to work with Az again on another project.
Natalie HigashiProducer —
Working for Azhur was like drinking an ice cold lemonade on a hot summers day, it couldn’t be more refreshing. He is both one of the most creative and fun persons I have ever worked with and I would go miles to be next to him again on another shoot.
Øystein Essèn LundstrømCinematographer —
I hired Azhur to be a director for my past film slate in 2010. He is also working with me and my Production company for our upcoming 2011/2012 slate. He is an intelligent and creative director, he gets the job done on brief, he also adds in some approachable and human qualities to his films. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him for any future work.
James Boyle, ProducerPark Road Pictures —
Azhur Saleem was a student at The London Film School from January 2004 and graduated 2007 with an MA in Filmmaking. He was always totally committed and a credit to himself and the School at all times. He is a very talented young man who always gives the best of himself both professionally and socially. An asset on any film crew.
Chrissy BrightLondon Film School —
Az is a fantastically creative and highly motivated individual. Whatever he is working on, you can bet it’s going to be great.
Aviv KatzDesigner —
Azhur is a dedicated and imaginative director who is not afraid to listen to ideas from others that can enhance his creative vision. It has been my privilege to collaborate with him on a number of writing projects and consider him my “go to” person to visualise my concepts.
Paul AdamsWriter —
Azhur conceived and directed the 50th anniversary trailer for the London Film School, delivering a highly creative, ambitious and professionally produced film.
Kate Hughes, Head, MarketingThe London Film School —
Az is amazing to work with, calm, organised and focused on the idea he is working on. Always a pleasure to have film-makers who work to a certain level of quality and respect for the crew and the project, and he keeps doing more.
Tony UkpoWriter/Director —
I have been fortunate enough to collaborate with Azhur on several film projects. He is full of ideas and creative energy, which never fail to inspire and motivate those working with him. As a director he is always open to ideas and suggestions yet able to maintain a clear vision of the project as a whole. Calm under pressure and real team player. Highly recommended!
Matthew CookeCinematographer —

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