CLif
Réalisation Drew Soleiman
United States · 2026 · 3 min 21 s · Documentary
Film soumis au RTV International Film Festival 2026Synopsis
"There's no life without growth." I met Cliff 10 years ago through a friend in the zen Buddhism community. Cliff's perspective on feeling life rather than intellectualizing it, had a lasting impact on me in my teenage years. After revisiting hours of old interviews we did in high school, I decided to film with Cliff again with a focus the relationship between his metal work and Zen Buddhism. Cliff's dedication to broadening his senses and feeling the world more deeply even when dealing with the grief of losing his father and, more recently, his heart condition has truly been an inspiration to me and my work. I would like to thank Cliff for his honestly and willingness to allow me to film & interview him.
Credits
Directed by Drew Soleiman
Réalisation
Drew Soleiman is a New York City based director of photography and cinematographer working across fashion, narrative film, music videos, and documentary. His work is driven by a natural, intimate visual approach, with an emphasis on atmosphere, movement, and the moments that unfold between planned action. He gravitates toward images that feel lived in rather than constructed, allowing performances, environments, and available light to shape the frame. His recent work spans fashion campaigns and documentary projects, and he is available for productions in New York and internationally.
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RTV International Film Festival — Inaugural Online Edition · 2026