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!