Nominee laurel for Gurdil Dardi's film at the Northwest International Film Festival 2025
Official Selection badge for Gurdil Dardi, film director, at Filmmaker Sessions Volume 5 2025
Official Selection laurel for Gurdil Dardi at NanoCon International Film Festival 2025
Official Selection badge for Gurdil Dardi at CWU Wildcat Film Festival 2025
Official Selection badge for Gurdil Dardi at CWU Wildcat Film Festival 2025
Gurdil Dardi, film director and producer, on set during night production

DIRECTOR & PRODUCER

Narrative / Documentary / Commercial

I'm a Punjabi-American filmmaker based in Washington State, telling stories that matter. My work is rooted in authenticity and driven by a passion for character-driven narratives that connect with audiences far beyond their origins. My debut short film Immiscer earned an Official Selection and nomination at the Northwest International Film Festival, competing against 2,964 short films from 194 countries worldwide. From the Yakima Valley to international film festivals, I bring a personal, cinematic vision to every project I direct and produce.

Every Angle. Every Story.

From sweeping aerial perspectives to intimate character moments. I bring a complete cinematic vision to every project.

Have a story worth telling? Let's bring it to life.

Sound crew member on set during production of a film directed by Gurdil Dardi
Behind the scenes of Immiscer, directed and produced by Gurdil Dardi, film director
Behind the scenes of Moments That Last, directed by Gurdil Dardi, film director and producer
Gurdil Dardi, film director and producer, working with crew on set during production

Why people work with me.

Gurdil Dardi, film director, operating a professional cinema camera during night shoot
  • Yes! I'm available for hire as a director, producer, and drone cinematographer. Whether it's a short film, commercial, documentary, or branded content project, I'm open to discussing opportunities. Reach out through the Contact page to get started.

  • I work on narrative short films, documentaries, commercials, branded content, and drone cinematography projects. I'm based in Washington State but open to projects globally.

  • Absolutely. I started as a student filmmaker myself and understand the value of collaboration on independent and student projects. Let's talk about what you're working on.

  • I have hands-on experience with professional cinema camera rigs, lighting setups, and audio equipment. I'm also a licensed drone operator with aerial cinematography experience.

  • Yes — my debut short film Immiscer earned Official Selections at five international film festivals, including a nomination at the Northwest International Film Festival competing against 2,964 films from 194 countries worldwide.

  • Yes! I'm actively taking on new projects. Contact me through the site and let's discuss bringing your vision to life.

  • I'm based in Ellensburg, Washington, and available throughout the Pacific Northwest. I'm also open to traveling for the right project — let's discuss your location and needs.

  • Yes. I can assist with screenplay development, shot lists, storyboarding, and full pre-production planning as part of my production services through Arc Lens Productions LLC.

  • Every project is different. A short commercial can be turned around in a matter of weeks, while a short film or documentary may take several months from pre-production to final delivery. I'll give you a realistic timeline upfront.

Let’s Chat.

Whether you have a project in mind, a story worth telling, or just want to connect, I'd love to hear from you. I'll get back to you within 24–48 hours.