At Higher Low Productions, we are not just a production company; we are a catalyst for creative empowerment. Our passion lies in fueling the ambitions of creators, allowing them to reach new heights while retaining full control over their artistic endeavors. With our tailored suite of services, we offer comprehensive creative and video content, from script development to post-production. We forge strong partnerships with clients, mitigating risks and empowering creators to make informed decisions about their investments. Our collaborative approach, supported by a diverse and talented team of filmmakers, brings expertise and experience to breathe life into your vision. We prioritize meaningful relationships and provide personalized support, embracing a sustainable path that focuses on empowering creators and helping them achieve their creative goals.
I'm Shahrooz Mahmoodi, an Iranian-American filmmaker and founder of Higher Low Films.
From a young age, I knew that I wanted to be involved in the world of art and creativity. I was born and raised in Zahedan, Sistan Baluchestan in Iran, where I spent most of my childhood drawing and exploring my artistic abilities in one of the most marginalized places in the world. As I grew older, I became more interested in animation and photography, and I decided to pursue my passion by studying animation in the United States. I left Iran by myself when I was 18. I spent a year in Turkey before making my way to the US, where I originally pursued animation, but soon discovered my love for photography and ultimately found my calling in film.
As a refugee, I had to work hard to establish myself in a new country with a completely different culture. Along the way, I realized that many people around me were afraid to take risks and fight for what they really deserved. It was a constant battle to overcome my own fears and push forward, but I knew that I wanted to build a community that could help others in similar situations.
Unfortunately, the film industry can be notoriously difficult to break into, especially if you don't have the right connections or come from a privileged background.
Despite my best efforts, I struggled to find the support and resources that I needed to make my dreams a reality. That's when I realized that I had to take matters into my own hands and create a platform that would give people like me the opportunities they deserved. And thus, Higher Low Films was born.
Our mission is simple: to empower those who have been overlooked and underrepresented in the film industry, and expose them to the resources and opportunities they need to succeed. We want to create a community where people from all backgrounds can come together and collaborate towards a common goal. It hasn't always been easy. Building a successful film company from scratch takes a lot of hard work, dedication, and of course, a sense of humor to keep things in perspective. But I'm proud to say that after years of struggling and fighting for what I believe in, Higher Low Films is thriving, and we're making a difference in people's lives.
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I am Samir Golshan, an Iranian-American cinematographer and producer based in Los Angeles.
Growing up in Iran, I initially pursued engineering until I turned 20 years old and decided to leave my country. I became a refugee and lived in Turkey before ultimately moving to the United States. It was through my immigration journey and interactions with people from diverse backgrounds going through similar experiences that I realized how similar yet different people's stories can be. This sparked a passion for storytelling, particularly for those who are often unheard.
After settling in the US, I studied filmmaking to fulfill my passion for storytelling and discovered my talent in helping people bring their stories to life through visual media. I found myself most useful on production sets where I could collaborate with other artists to tell a story. I worked my way up from different departments on set to learn and absorb as much as I could.
As a cinematographer and producer, I am constantly on the lookout for new stories and ways to visually bring them to life. I believe that telling these stories can make a difference in people's lives, and it is this belief that fuels my passion for filmmaking.
I'm Shahrooz Mahmoodi, an Iranian-American filmmaker and founder of Higher Low Films.
From a young age, I knew that I wanted to be involved in the world of art and creativity. I was born and raised in Zahedan, Sistan Baluchestan in Iran, where I spent most of my childhood drawing and exploring my artistic abilities in one of the most marginalized places in the world. As I grew older, I became more interested in animation and photography, and I decided to pursue my passion by studying animation in the United States. I left Iran by myself when I was 18. I spent a year in Turkey before making my way to the US, where I originally pursued animation, but soon discovered my love for photography and ultimately found my calling in film.
As a refugee, I had to work hard to establish myself in a new country with a completely different culture. Along the way, I realized that many people around me were afraid to take risks and fight for what they really deserved. It was a constant battle to overcome my own fears and push forward, but I knew that I wanted to build a community that could help others in similar situations.
Unfortunately, the film industry can be notoriously difficult to break into, especially if you don't have the right connections or come from a privileged background.
Despite my best efforts, I struggled to find the support and resources that I needed to make my dreams a reality. That's when I realized that I had to take matters into my own hands and create a platform that would give people like me the opportunities they deserved. And thus, Higher Low Films was born.
Our mission is simple: to empower those who have been overlooked and underrepresented in the film industry, and expose them to the resources and opportunities they need to succeed. We want to create a community where people from all backgrounds can come together and collaborate towards a common goal. It hasn't always been easy. Building a successful film company from scratch takes a lot of hard work, dedication, and of course, a sense of humor to keep things in perspective. But I'm proud to say that after years of struggling and fighting for what I believe in, Higher Low Films is thriving, and we're making a difference in people's lives.
