MY DIRECTing STORY
I was the average boy. Saturday morning cartoons. Martial Art movies. Playing with action figures. The storylines I made with my Power Rangers toys were my first hands-on experience with directing. My first actors were muscular inanimate objects and first location was my bedroom.
My love for storytelling through the medium of film expanded as I matured and I wanted to emulate the auteurs I admired. Ade Dina the director strives to create films/projects that are filled with heart while finding itself grounded in reality.
Here lies the work that followed my leap into following my adolescent imagination.
Campaign Film
I Really Needed this
DIRECTOR, Editor, WRITER, Executive Producer
Who needs therapy when I could watch Breaking Bad for the fifth time?
SHORT FILM - DRAMA / Thriller | Coming soon
SET, 2023
Writer, Director, Editor, Executive Producer
De'Vonte bluntly faces the reality of his environment when his gang-affiliated cousin finds solace in the midst of danger.
Short Film - Coming of Age / Romance
Backseat Boys, 2022
Writer, Director, Editor, Executive Producer
An upcoming artist and one of his romantic flings jockey for who will crack first.
DOCUMENTARY short
Everybody Wants To Be A MODEL NOW - BANKÈ MAYÒWA, 2021
Director, Editor, Producer
Bankè Mayòwa tells her story as a young model/creative director and how her first gala, Project CD, changed her life. From family/friends, creative influences to genuine chaos, Banke details why nothing will stop her passion.
CAMPAIGN
WHAT DOES BLACK MEAN TO YOU?
DIRECTOR, EDITOR
Huemane hosts their second annual Juneteenth community “Kinfolk”. We asked attendees one question: What Does Black Mean To You?
Client: Huemane
SHORT FILM - HORROR / THRILLER
Thrill Seeker, 2021
Writer, Director, Editor
A Horror Short Film that follows Alyssa whose adrenaline addiction comes with dark consequences.
VISUAL Exercise
An Evening At The carnival, 2024
Director, Editor
I brought my camera to a pop-up carnival
Instructional video
UNT ‘EAGLE RING DIVE’
director, producer, Editor
The University of North Texas has a long history of the Eagle Ring Dive with your class ring!
Client: UNT Alumni Association
Brand Film
All That’s Left Is U
Director, Editor, Producer
U stand alone. And when U look around, all that’s left is….
Client: U
brand film
behind the sparkle - director’s cut
DIRECTOR, Editor
Behind the Sparkle is an intimate look into the heart of Rebel Athletic, where the magic of luxury performance athletic wear comes to life.
Client: Rebel Athletic
Campaign Film
‘For The Geng’ JERSEY CAMPAIGN
DIRECTOR, Editor, WRITER, Producer
Inspired by those inspired by the Super Eagles.
Client: For The Geng
brand Statement
Life at mallard
DIRECTOR, Editor, Producer
Mallard Agency is a leader in creative production in Dallas, Texas. But they lead not just by the work, but with the team.
Client: Mallard Agency
Interview
ADE TALKS TO
Director, Editor, EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
“Ade Talks To” is a show where I sit down with compelling folk to learn more about their story and who they are as people. I guarantee you it is your new favorite interview series!
Interview
WOTKNOT MAG FT BENSON EDO.
Director, Editor
The incredible Benson Edo sits down to chat about his career, style & everything nice.
Client: WotKnot Mag
COMMERCIAL spot/ FASHION FILM
Good CYCLE
Director, Editor
A look into Good Cycle, the store and the brand.
Client: Good Cycle
documentary short
Thank you 4 Listening, 2021
DIRECTOR, Editor, story producer
Follow the musical artist Spike Chester as he prepares for his show titled "Thank You 4 Listening".
Interview
WOTKNOT MAG FT MUVS.
Director, Editor
For the first time ever, the incredibly multi-talented dancer/artist MUVS sits down to have a little chat about his career, life & everything nice.
Client: Wotknot Mag