Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Wedding Story, Captured Forever
Bride Film has dedicated over a decade to crafting cinematic wedding stories that honor the unique love of each couple we serve. Founded in 2008 by Chris Serio and expanded through MaryClare's creative partnership since 2010, our New Orleans-based team combines technical mastery with artistic vision to create timeless films. We specialize in capturing authentic moments through meaningful audio and visually compelling storytelling, ensuring every detail of your celebration is preserved for generations. Our passion extends beyond filmmakingwe prioritize exceptional client service, maintaining a balance between professionalism and personal connection throughout the process. With extensive experience filming across diverse locations, we bring both technical expertise and a discreet presence to every event.Our work has been recognized by industry leaders like Southern Weddings and featured in prominent publications including Style Me Pretty and Brides. We continually refine our craft to deliver films that not only document events but evoke the emotions and connections that make each wedding unique. Our team's collective experience, including backgrounds in editing and design, ensures a multidimensional approach to wedding cinematography. While rooted in New Orleans, our willingness to travel has allowed us to create stories in destinations worldwide. Every project reflects our commitment to quality, from initial consultation through final delivery, ensuring clients receive both a beautiful product and an enjoyable experience.
Services
Wedding Cinematography
Engagement Films
Highlight Reels
Super 8 Film Integration
Destination Wedding Coverage
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- 12+ years capturing weddings with artistic precision
- Personalized approach for every couple's unique story
- Willingness to travel for destination celebrations
- Featured in top wedding publications nationally
- Discreet yet thorough documentation of all key moments
What people say
Brilliant at what they do
Talented team
Masterpiece of memories
Calming presence
Unparalleled quality
Services
Wedding Cinematography
We create cinematic wedding films that capture the authentic emotions and key moments of your celebration. Our approach combines artistic storytelling with technical precision to document ceremonies, receptions, and special details. Clients receive professionally edited films that preserve both grand events and intimate interactions for lifelong enjoyment.
Highlight Reels
Our curated highlight reels distill your wedding day into a concise, emotionally powerful narrative. Through careful selection of key moments and music pairing, we create shareable content that maintains the essence of your celebration while offering convenient viewing for family and friends.
Super 8 Integration
We incorporate Super 8 film elements into modern cinematography to add timeless texture and nostalgic quality. This hybrid approach creates visually distinctive content that combines the best of traditional and digital formats for a unique storytelling experience.
Destination Coverage
Our team provides comprehensive wedding documentation services for events held at remote locations. With extensive travel experience and portable equipment, we ensure the same high-quality production standards regardless of venue, while adapting to unique environmental conditions and cultural traditions.
Engagement Films
We create personalized engagement films that showcase couples' relationships before their wedding day. These productions capture authentic interactions in meaningful locations, serving as both keepsakes and valuable content for wedding planning and announcements.
People
Chris Serio
Owner, Cinematographer, Editor
Founder of Bride Film since 2008, Chris combines technical expertise with creative vision. Known for his colorful personality and passion for storytelling, he specializes in capturing authentic moments while maintaining a discreet presence during events.
MaryClare
Owner, Cinematographer, Editor
Joining Bride Film in 2010, MaryClare brings editorial precision and creative direction to the team. As lead editor and studio manager, she ensures every project maintains the company's signature quality while providing personalized client service.
Joe
Cinematographer, Editor
Joe contributes advanced editing skills and creative problem-solving to the production process. His technical proficiency and knowledge of cinematic techniques enhance the team's ability to deliver consistently high-quality content under event time constraints.
Janice
Cinematographer, Designer, Editor
Multidisciplinary team member Janice specializes in visual design and motion graphics. Her creative approach to storytelling complements the team's technical capabilities, while her ownership of local brewery MIEL demonstrates entrepreneurial spirit.
Questions
What wedding cinematography services do you offer?
We provide full wedding day coverage, engagement films, highlight reels, and Super 8 film integration. Our services include both ceremony documentation and post-production editing for final deliverables.
How experienced are your videographers?
Our team collectively has over 12 years of specialized wedding experience. Founders Chris and MaryClare have worked together since 2010, maintaining consistent quality while adapting to evolving industry standards.
Do you travel for weddings?
Yes, we travel both nationally and internationally. Our team maintains the same production quality regardless of location, with experience working in diverse venues and cultural settings.
What makes your wedding films unique?
We combine artistic storytelling with technical precision, focusing on authentic emotion capture. Our hybrid approach integrates modern digital techniques with nostalgic Super 8 film elements for distinctive visual quality.
How do you handle filming during events?
Our team uses discreet filming techniques to minimize disruption while capturing comprehensive coverage. We prioritize natural interactions and key moments without interfering with event flow or guest experiences.
Why should we invest in professional wedding video?
Video preserves both visual and auditory elements of your celebration, capturing emotions, speeches, and interactions that photographs alone cannot convey. Our films create lasting, shareable memories of your special day.
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