oceania issue 979

Nov 2024

Marcel Dambon

Sydney - Directors

Marcel Dambon is a highly skilled filmmaker who specialises in commercials, documentaries, and storytelling. His areas of focus revolve around automotive, sports, portraiture and any subject that involves crafting beautiful narratives. Marcel’s passion for cars and people is evident in his work, as he strives to create films that highlight the human element and captivate audiences.

For Marcel, filmmaking is a collaborative process centred around crafting stories that place people at the forefront. He believes that the real world is a rich source of inspiration, where he discovers gripping ideas, captivating imagery, compelling settings, and poignant moments. Marcel finds endless inspiration in this stage of reality, fuelling his creativity as a director.

One of the aspects Marcel loves about filmmaking is the opportunity to work in diverse environments. He has experience working with large crews on big sets, as well as collaborating with tightly knit small teams. Marcel is also comfortable with run-and-gun shooting, where he captures spontaneous moments on the go. Additionally, he’s not hesitant to venture out independently to bring his creative ideas to life. Marcel thrives on exploring new and exciting paths to tell engaging stories, always seeking fresh approaches and techniques in his craft.

And more importantly he’s a dessert lover and is suspicious of those who don’t like dessert…it is after all a main dish!