Dzul Iskandar
Dzul Iskandar (Born 31-10-1995) is a filmmaker and cinematographer hailing from Brunei Darussalam.
Career
Dzul Iskandar has made a profound impact on the film industry, both within his homeland and beyond. Driven by a fervent passion for visual storytelling, he has garnered widespread recognition for his exceptional skills behind the camera.
In 2019, Dzul Iskandar's remarkable talent as a cinematographer was acknowledged when he was handpicked as one of the two outstanding young filmmakers to represent Brunei Darussalam in the ASEAN Republic of Korea Film Leaders Incubator 2019. This prestigious event, co-organized by the Busan Film Commission, provided him with a unique opportunity to collaborate closely with esteemed film directors and certified cinematographers from Korea, allowing him to further refine his craft.
One notable achievement in Dzul Iskandar's repertoire is the premiere of his short film titled "Gelombang" in 2019 at the Empire Times Cineplex. This captivating work not only showcased his artistic vision but also captured the attention of the Philippines BINISAYA Film Festival in 2020, where it was selected for screening, gaining international recognition beyond the borders of Brunei. Continuing to build upon his success, Dzul Iskandar has made significant contributions to several remarkable projects. In 2019, he lent his expertise to the films "Hutang" and "Life from There," further solidifying his reputation as a highly talented filmmaker. His unwavering commitment to excellence in cinematography was duly acknowledged when his exceptional work on the film "Tabooka" in 2022 earned him a nomination for Best Lighting and Jury award for Cinematography at the Brunei Content Film Festival.
Dzul Iskandar's dedication to his craft led to the selection of his latest work, "Nilai Part 1" for the UBD Fass term screening. The film garnered further recognition as it was chosen for the 5th UBD Fass term screening, a three-hour event featuring the best works from aspiring filmmakers.
"Nilai Part 1" won the best short film open category under IHL at Brunei Content Festival 2023 out of all 96 film that was short listed in the festival.
Discography
Short Films
- Gelombang (2019)
- Hutang (2019)
- Life from there (2019)
- Tabooka (2022)
- Nilai Part 1 (2023)
