The Best Storytelling Wedding Videographers in Laurel Springs, NJ

The Best Storytelling Wedding Videographers in Laurel Springs, NJ

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88 Wedding Videographers in Laurel Springs, NJ

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Enchanted Celebrations 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,395
  • Serves Laurel Springs, NJ
  • Offer

Changing the game in the wedding industry, Enchanted Celebrations aims to successfully redefine the paradigm of personalization and compassion in each wedding. Whether we are capturing your love story behind a lens or mixing your perfect wedding day soundtrack, Enchanted Celebrations has the experts to create the wedding day vibes you’ve always dreamed of. Don't forget to check out all of the Enchanted Celebrations reviews on Zola!

Awarded Best of Zola
We cannot say enough amazing things about Paul and the entire experience we had with Enchanted Celebrations! He blended into the background perfectly—capturing all the genuine, emotional, and joyful moments without ever feeling intrusive. The final video blew us away. The editing was cinematic and heartfelt, with perfect music choices and seamless transitions that told the story of our day beautifully. Watching it felt like reliving our wedding all over again—and somehow even better because we got to see all the moments we missed in real time. Paul is a true artist and storyteller, and we are beyond grateful for the care and creativity he put into our wedding video. If you're considering Enchanted Celebrations, do yourself a favor and book Paul—you will not regret it!
Gina L., 9 months ago
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HD360 Productions 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $3,995
  • Serves Laurel Springs, NJ
  • Offer

Hi! I’m Jarred, the filmmaker behind HD360 Productions, and I create fun, cinematic wedding films for couples across New Jersey and the greater Tri-state area. I absolutely love weddings; everyone is dressed up, there's energy in the air, and I mean, it’s the one day you get to be royalty to the people who love you. And I genuinely feel lucky that I get to capture it. I want to laugh with you on our first call, get excited about what you’re planning, and by the end of it feel like we’re already friends.

If you’re considering him for your wedding... book him. He is one of the most detail-oriented, intentional, and professional creatives you’ll find. I hired him for our engagement photos and immediately saw how measured and thoughtful he is. He studies lighting, plans angles, and approaches every shot with purpose. Nothing feels random. Everything is intentional and high quality. Where he truly stands out is wedding videography. His ability to capture emotion in a cinematic yet deeply personal way is special. The pacing, storytelling, audio, and editing feel elevated and polished. A wedding video is something you plan to watch for the rest of your life, and he delivers films that actually make you want to rewatch them. He also created a 15-minute bachelor party video for one of my closest friends that was so incredible. So good that he’s since done three more. They’re the kind of videos you rewatch every year and appreciate even more over time. That same storytelling ability is exactly why he’s such a strong wedding videographer. On top of the talent, he’s calm, organized, and easy to work with — which matters so much on a wedding day. I would have had him film our wedding without hesitation, but he was one of my groomsmen. That probably tells you everything you need to know. Highly recommend.
James Harabedian J., a month ago
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Chris Pelley Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Laurel Springs, NJ

Throughout the entire process, I strive to give each client an above and beyond experience that will leave them at complete ease on their wedding day and full of nostalgia for years to come. It’s not often that the most monumental moments in our lives get to be planned with the level of meticulousness as a wedding day. But even a wedding day is full of surprises. That hug and look you weren’t expecting from a loved one. The speech from the self proclaimed “terrible public speaker” that had everyone in tears. These are the moments that I am passionate about documenting through film.

Awarded Best of Zola
We can’t say enough great things about Chris, our wedding videographer! From the very beginning, Chris took the time to truly understand our story and what was most important to us. He didn’t just show up on our wedding day; he immersed himself in our journey, capturing the essence of who we are and what made our day unique. Chris went above and beyond by even returning to our venue after the wedding to get a better drone shot. This extra effort was a testament to his dedication and passion for his craft. The final video is a stunning reflection of our day, with breathtaking aerial views and intimate moments beautifully woven together. If you’re looking for someone who not only delivers exceptional quality but also genuinely cares about capturing your story, Chris is your guy. His attention to detail and commitment to making our wedding video perfect exceeded all our expectations. We are so grateful for the memories he’s preserved for us to cherish forever!
Gabriella, 2 years ago
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Samara & Camera 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Laurel Springs, NJ

I'm Samara, Lead videographer at Garrett Museau Photography. With a deep passion for visual storytelling, I specialize in crafting cinematic wedding films that capture genuine emotion, unforgettable moments, and timeless beauty. My role blends creative direction with hands-on filmmaking, allowing me to support our couples every step of the way—from planning to the final edit.

It was an absolutely wonderful experience with our wedding photographer and videographer! From our very first meeting, they were warm, professional, and genuinely invested in capturing our special day. On the wedding day, they blended seamlessly into the background, making everyone feel comfortable and at ease. Their creativity and attention to detail were evident in every shot—they managed to capture not just the big moments, but also the candid, emotional ones that truly tell the story of our day. The turnaround time for our photos was impressively quick, and the final gallery exceeded all our expectations. Every image was beautifully edited, vibrant, and full of life. Our friends and family have mentioned how stunning the photos are, and we will treasure them forever. I highly recommend Samara & Camera for anyone looking to preserve their wedding memories in the most beautiful way possible!
Alys, 4 months ago
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BappleWeddingFilms 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Laurel Springs, NJ

Welcome to Bapple Wedding Films! We are a team of passionate filmmakers who love capturing the raw emotions and special moments of your big day. Our goal is to create a wedding film that truly tells your unique love story, making it a timeless keepsake that you can cherish forever.

I hired Bapple Wedding Films to shoot my wedding video and I am so happy that I did. They did an amazing job capturing my special day. The videographer Edward was professional, friendly and punctual. Our wedding video came out amazing. We are so happy that we already recommended them to our friends. Thank you for everything, definitely 5 star service. I would highly recommend their services to anyone looking for a professional videographer.
Yondi G., a year ago
Alliance Video Productions LLC 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,999
  • Serves Laurel Springs, NJ

Alliance Video Productions LLC is celebrating 25 years of creating memories. They are located in Tabernacle, New Jersey, and have produced thousands of videos locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally. They use a cinematic and documentary-style approach when telling your love story. Alliance Video Productions wants you to remember the best day of your life in a beautiful way.

I got married 10-07-2023. Tom and his Crew did such a wonder job capturing our special moment. They were professional, organized and easy to work with. I received mt trailer/ sneek peak video within a week after my wedding. Alliance Video Productions LLC won't let you down. Mrs. Tawanna Kelly
Tawanna G., 2 years ago
Scarlet Creek Productions 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,100
  • Serves Laurel Springs, NJ

A wedding is a special event and providing individualized attention from the moment a couple contacts us until the final film is delivered is the important kind of attention each couple deserves with their film. While the same script typical happens at a wedding, the cast is different. It's about the people. It's all about you, your family and your friends. That is what makes each wedding unique. We recognize this and it reflects in our work. If you watch a some Scarlet Creek Wedding films, you will notice that they are all different, nothing is cookie cutter.

Nick is an amazing person to work with! I’ve been photographing weddings for over 10 years and have shot alongside of many videographers/cinematographers. Nick is by far one of my favorites! He is super friendly, and does a fantastic job at what he does! He understands that we are all working together to create a wonderful experience for the couple, as a team. I highly recommend him to anyone planning a wedding! A+++
Lauren Adams, 5 years ago
VIP Video 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,495
  • Serves Laurel Springs, NJ

VIP Wedding Films — a wedding cinematography company located in Williamstown, New Jersey and serving clients in the southern New Jersey and Philadelphia region — is a wedding videography company that strives to tell your unique love story using 4K footage and high-quality audio. Darren G. Leary and his team of professional videographers will develop an eye-catching, beautiful film that you and your loved ones will cherish for a lifetime. Storytelling is what VIP focuses on. You can't have a great film (or wedding video) if it doesn't convey a great emotional story!

Darren is amazing! He’s a hard worker and he’s got a great eye! I love working with him! He is really laid back and light hearted! We’ve worked together on many occasions and he’s one of my go tos! He taught me a lot when I started on my own videography journey! Plus his couples love him! You can’t go wrong!
Alyssa Kaufman, 4 years ago
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Your Wedding Day Film 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,499
  • Serves Laurel Springs, NJ

Your Wedding Day Film is a Florida-based wedding videography and photography company created to help couples capture the true emotion of their special day. My name is Vanessa, and storytelling is at the heart of everything I do; whether it’s through video, photo, or content tailored for social media. From helping you plan, to filming and photographing your wedding, to delivering your finished films and galleries within 4–6 weeks, we’re with you every step of the way. When I’m not behind the camera, you can find me spending time with my family, friends, or taking our four-year-old German Shepherd mix to the dog beach.

Awarded Best of Zola
Our experience with Your Wedding Day Film was fantastic. Vanessa was prompt in her communication, always available for calls and texts as we planned our wedding timeline. On the day of, she and her team were diligent in capturing all the priceless moments - from our pre-ceremony prayers to the heartfelt speeches and first looks. The final video they created was truly beautiful, telling the story of our special day in a way that we'll cherish forever. Vanessa went above and beyond to make sure our day was perfect, and her services were very affordable. We highly recommend Your Wedding Day Film to any couple looking for an exceptional videography experience.
Breanna M., 9 months ago
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Ashley Film Studios inc. 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Serves Laurel Springs, NJ

Your Love Story, Artfully Told. We are James and Keri, the husband-and-wife team behind Ashley Film Studios. We believe your wedding film should be more than just a recording of the day—it should be a handcrafted piece of cinema that captures the true heart and soul of your relationship. We focus on the candid moments, the laughter, and the unscripted emotion to create a film that is as unique and unforgettable as your love story.

Awarded Best of Zola
Ashley Film Studios did an outstanding job capturing our special day. From start to finish, their communication was fun, friendly, creative, and incredibly supportive. The quality of their work is amazing—both professional and heartwarming. We even showed our dance teacher and he was in tears. They made my husband and me feel completely at ease in front of the camera, and the final video is a beautiful keepsake that we'll cherish forever. Watching it brought us to tears; it perfectly captures the essence of our day. We wholeheartedly recommend Ashley Film Studios to any couple looking for a videographer who will go above and beyond to make your wedding truly unforgettable. Just book them now!
DANA-MARIE J., a year ago
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Jimmy Shin Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $6,800
  • Serves Laurel Springs, NJ

Create timeless, emotional story-driven Love Story Film that never gets old. You are going to have your own personal love story film that YOU are the hero and watch it every wine night / anniversary day with your loved one so you can transport right back to that day, reminisce about your beautiful memories with loved ones and remind how beautiful your love story is.

Awarded Best of Zola
I looked at SO MANY wedding videos and they were all so similar and cookie cutter. They were lacking something but I couldn’t put my finger on it. THEN I FOUND JIMMY SHIN. I watched his videos and found myself sobbing at strangers videos! He made me feel like I knew the bride and groom after just 7 minutes. He's so good! Jimmy will take your wedding video and turn it into the most beautiful story. The video he made for us just so beautifully captured my husband and I's day! It's a video i'll cherish for the rest of my life. I can't wait for our kids to be able to watch it. UGH, seriously hire this man and you won't regret it. Best wedding money we spent. https://www.youtube.com/watch?viVAKZzODr6E
Danie W., 2 years ago
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JRW Weddings 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Laurel Springs, NJ

Your wedding is a day that is filled with a wide range of emotions. A new beginning comes with more than just happiness. There is fear of the new, letting go of the past, the feeling of accomplishment from parents and loved ones and of course the excitement and joy in deciding to take a life long adventure with someone you love. My goal is to capture all of these emotions for you, so you can cherish and relive them for many years to come.

Awarded Best of Zola
We cannot say enough amazing things about working with Joe. From the moment we met, it was clear he was not only incredibly talented, but also kind, thoughtful, and passionate about what he does. Throughout the planning process, he was super responsive, organized, and genuinely excited to capture our story. On the wedding day, he was such a calming, positive presence — professional, easygoing, and somehow everywhere at once without ever being intrusive. So many of our guests even commented on how lovely he was! He takes such pride in his work and loves what he does! If you're looking for someone who will go above and beyond to capture the real emotion, energy, and beauty of your day — he’s the one. We feel so lucky to have had him there with us and can’t wait to relive it all through his lens.
Alexandra T., a year ago
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SineMax Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Laurel Springs, NJ

At SineMax Films, you will not simply hire a cinematographer and receive a wedding film like every other client. Owner Stas Furman approaches his film making in a unique way, taking the time to receive specific feedback and input from each client, resulting in one-of-a-kind films that are sure to capture the heart and soul of your celebration. Stas’s vast knowledge of the industry, use of innovative methods, and deep passion for his craft will make hiring him a simple decision. Based in New York, SineMax Films is available worldwide to preserve your most precious memories to last a lifetime.

Awarded Best of Zola
Stas and his team were incredible from the moment they arrived at my house on the morning of my wedding. They immediately asked which space they could use to start filming, and once I showed them, they got right to work. The little snippets they captured were so creative and completely out of the box. I was honestly blown away. Their direction throughout the day was gentle, kind, and patient. They somehow managed to film every important moment without us even noticing. Nothing ever felt staged or forced; it was all beautifully natural. If you're looking for high-quality, cinematic wedding videos, I cannot recommend Stas and his team enough. The one-minute teaser alone was absolutely next-level—beyond anything I imagined. Truly, I can’t recommend them enough!!!
Eleni, 9 months ago
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Philly Wedding Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,999
  • Serves Laurel Springs, NJ

Philly Wedding Films, we specialize in creating wedding films that are as bold and authentic as the couples we work with. If you're the kind of couple who values genuine moments over generic montages, you’ve found the right team. We don’t do cookie-cutter; we tell your story, your way. From capturing the raw emotion of your vows to heartfelt interviews with your guests, every frame is infused with meaning. We want your film to feel like you—classy, yet daring enough to break the mold.

Awarded Best of Zola
Shawn and his crew did an amazing job! Being in front of the camera was one of the things I was most anxious about. My mother and bridesmaid felt the same. From the very beginning until the end of the night, Shawn and his crew made it almost impossible for us to feel uncomfortable or awkward. They were so good at getting us to relax, smile, laugh, and have a fun time! Shawn is kind, professional, and most of all, a wonderful videographer. Our wedding film looked so beautiful and featured all the highlights of the day. My 92 grandfather was at our ceremony and Shawn’s team captured such a beautiful moment between us. It’s my favorite part of the video! I HIGHLY recommend Philly Wedding Films.
Lauren D., a year ago
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Soul Motion 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Laurel Springs, NJ
  • Offer

Hey! Thank you for being here, I’m super grateful! My name is Georgy, and I’m passionate about telling stories, and filmmaking. I truly believe that God put me here with a purpose to create, and portray the beauty of true love. I’m driven and will make sure that your story is told in a special and unique way to YOU! I myself have a fiancé and fully understand how much this moment will mean to you, so rest assured in your decision to pick me to film your day! Can’t wait to meet you soon.

Awarded Best of Zola
I couldn’t have asked for a better way of capturing my engagement. He was so attentive to the details, captured amazingly the moment and was VERY creative when editing. I got the video within a week of my engagement. I would recommend him to anyone to capture any important event of your life.
Anna Laura F., 3 months ago
Soft Focus Events 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,550
  • Serves Laurel Springs, NJ

We are a small boutique event videography and editing company in the Philadelphia area. Our experience in wedding videography is vast and long with a combined 20 years in the industry. In a constantly evolving video industry, Soft Focus Events always strives to go above and beyond.

Awarded Best of Zola
Soft Focus Events filmed our September 2019 wedding and did the most amazing job. We received a teaser trailer and highlights video, which were delivered very quickly! Our wishes and comments were always accommodated. The day of the wedding, Soft Focus captured our venue and special moments perfectly and it never felt like they were in the way. They were super friendly and fun to work with and they always responded quickly to my emails. I would absolutely recommend Soft Focus events for your event!
Marissa & M., 5 years ago
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Stagger Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Laurel Springs, NJ

At Stagger Films, we’re more than wedding videographers – we’re storytellers. Capturing your love story is our passion. Every couple’s journey is unique, and we’re dedicated to showcasing it authentically, emotionally, and cinematically. With years of experience, we approach each wedding with creativity and care, ensuring no special moment is missed. Our goal is to create films that let you relive your day and feel every emotion as though it happened yesterday. Your love story deserves to be told beautifully, and we’re honored to be part of it.

Awarded Best of Zola
We are so incredibly thrilled with Stagger Films. I give them an 11 out of 10 :)!!! Michael and his team are a pleasure to work with and the finished product is absolutely amazing. It was incredible how he captured the atmosphere of our wedding in an incredibly cinematic and intimate way. It takes a lot of work and talent to be able to distill mountains of footage into a cohesive work and they just nailed it. And they did all this without being in any way intrusive - they let us have our day, filmed us as we were but made us look really good!!!! Our wedding movie is absolutely beautiful and brings me and my family so much joy to be taken back to our amazing day every time we watch.
Ellen R., 8 months ago
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Bams Visuals 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Laurel Springs, NJ

Bams Visuals is a creative videography brand dedicated to capturing love stories with authenticity, emotion, and cinematic detail. We believe your wedding is more than a day—it’s a story worth preserving beautifully. From Save the Date films to full wedding coverage, we focus on genuine moments, clean storytelling, and high-quality visuals that allow you to relive your memories for years to come. With professionalism, creativity, and attention to detail, we turn your once-in-a-lifetime moments into timeless films.

I had a wonderful experience with Bams Visuals. Their communication style was efficient, direct, and fast; they were always quick to respond to my questions and kept me informed throughout the process. The quality of their work was truly jaw-dropping and their videos were beautifully creative. I would highly recommend Bams Visuals to anyone looking for a cinematic masterpiece.
Esther A., 2 months ago
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Scottie B Weddings 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,499
  • Serves Laurel Springs, NJ

Hi there! I'm Scottie, a filmmaker and photographer based in Brooklyn. My business began when the world fell apart in 2020 and I could no longer find work in the film industry. I turned to weddings as a way to put my skills to work for couples to memorialize their special day. I started out shooting intimate ceremonies on the island of Martha’s Vineyard, and have since expanded to weddings of all sizes on the East Coast.

Scottie is the absolute best! We are so happy that we chose them to be our videographer for both our small wedding in 2021 and our larger wedding in 2022. They put together two amazing videos that make me tear up every time I watch them. They were extremely professional and captured so many moments that we will cherish forever. We highly recommend them.
Kelsey H., 2 years ago
Live Picture Studios 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Serves Laurel Springs, NJ

At Live Picture Studios, we pride ourselves on our ability to reinvent traditional wedding videography and photography. Our philosophy is rooted in our belief that every couple is unique. It is our mission to take the time to get to know you and your love story before your wedding in order to capture the details that are personal to you. Doing so allows us to ensure that every wedding video and photo we produce is compelling and tailored to each couple's personalities.

Live Picture Studios was an incredible choice for our wedding videography. The communication throughout the entire process was seamless and amazing. We communicated via email prior to booking and had a detailed session to review the available packages and deals. Before the wedding, we had an hour-long meeting with a coordinator to go over the day-of timeline and logistics. On the wedding day, we received just one text from the videographers to let us know they have arrived, making the whole experience incredibly easy. Jason and Dillon, our videographers, were a joy to work with - they could tell we were a bit nervous and did a wonderful job of lightening the mood and keeping our focus on what mattered most. The quality of their work was beyond phenomenal, with a creative and captivating final product. I am so appreciative of the hard work the Live Picture Studios team put in to set us up for a wonderful day from start to finish. Linda and I were quite busy with the wedding planning, and they helped fill in the gaps, allowing us to fully enjoy our special day.
Linda & B., a year ago
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Green Point Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Laurel Springs, NJ

Weddings are magical occasions where two people come together to celebrate their love and commitment to each other. As wedding videographers and photographers, we have the incredible privilege of immortalizing these love stories on film. Being entrusted with such intimate and cherished moments is a profound honor, and it brings us immense joy to create lasting memories for couples and their families.

Jamy is the best videographer I have ever worked with. He is gentle, police and very professional. Working with Jamy was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. His professionalism and attention to detail were truly remarkable. Jamy not only captured every moment of our special day with incredible skill but also managed to put us at ease throughout the entire process. His creativity and ability to adapt to various settings ensured that the wedding video turned out even more beautiful than we could have imagined. We are beyond grateful for Jamy's talent and dedication, and we highly recommend him to anyone in search of a talented wedding videographer.
WedsPics, 2 years ago
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A+A Milestone Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Laurel Springs, NJ

Capturing Love, Celebrating Life Your wedding day is filled with unforgettable moments, and we’re here to preserve them through timeless, cinematic storytelling. From heartfelt vows to joyful celebrations, we capture every detail so you can relive your special day for years to come. Let’s create a beautiful film that tells your unique love story!

AA Milestone Films created a surprise video for our family that was played at our son and daughter-in-law's wedding reception. By collecting and piecing together videos covering the years since our son's birth, Ayana created a high-quality archive of special memories that was deeply personal and will last a lifetime. This video was one of the most special moments of the reception, and it captured the attention of and praise from all those in attendance. We are grateful to Ayana for all of her expertise, creativity, and hard work that went into making us this special video. We would also highly recommend AA Milestone Films to everyone wanting to create a unique record of their own milestone (or everyday!) events. We will definitely use their services again!
emhnana, a year ago
Nostalgia Ultra Weddings 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Laurel Springs, NJ
  • Offer

At Nostalgia Ultra Weddings, based in Philadelphia, PA, we go beyond filming—we tell your love story. Founder and lead videographer Malik Robinson, with a degree in film and over 200 weddings captured, creates wedding films that are cinematic yet intimate, romantic yet authentic. With soft natural light and carefully framed compositions, our films feel straight out of a movie. Every stolen glance, heartfelt vow, and joyous dance is captured with a story-driven approach, ensuring you don’t just remember your wedding—you feel it every time you watch.

We initially weren’t going to hire a videographer for our September 2024 wedding. That was until we came up with this idea to recreate a reality tv show intro with our bridal party! Thankfully, Malik was open to our creative vision from the start. He completely understood the assignment and captured our special day with the utmost care. And it only took him 4 weeks to get the footage back to us! We’re so happy that we chose Nostalgia Ultra as our wedding videographer!
Jazzy T., a year ago
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James Liu Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $3,250
  • Serves Laurel Springs, NJ

AUTHENTIC MOMENTS + CANDID VIBES Your wedding day is one of most important day of your life. It’s my goal to capture your wedding day as it happens. Nothing pretentious, just unapologetically you. In the future when you look back on your wedding film, you will remember this very day and the person that you once were.

Awarded Best of Zola
James was such a great videographer for our romantic winter wedding - I would definitely recommend anyone to use him for their wedding, as well!! We found him through an FB group rec - and I liked his vintage/editorial video style. He was super calm and professional the day of, which was definitely appreciated/needed at such an emotional day, and I could tell that him and his video associate that day were making sure to capture a lot of the little details. So far, we have received our 1 min social reel and it definitely exceeded our expectations - the different clips and vintage vibes he managed to capture were amazing and represented the memory of our day so well!! We are so excited to see all of the longer videos too, I know they will be great!!
Annie S., a year ago