READING TIME: 2 min 43 sec
PUBLICATION DATE: 11/20/2025
UPDATED: 11/20/2025
There is a calm, almost poetic quality that defines the world of Cinecrush. At the center of it stands Esli Schanschort, a creator who has spent nine years shaping wedding stories with an unmistakable blend of luxury, softness, and emotional depth. His films feel like memory itself — gentle, luminous, and intimate in a way that lingers long after the day has passed.
For Esli, every wedding is a universe of its own. “Cinecrush creates cinematic and premium wedding films with a luxurious aesthetic,” he shares. His signature approach is rooted in soft light, elegant pacing, and an eye that catches every meaningful detail. “We craft a unique and high-end wedding film filled with emotion and an eye for the smallest details, keeping your memories alive.”
Esli’s artistic path began not with a single moment, but with a growing awareness of what truly moves him. Over nearly a decade, he has learned how to transform fleeting gestures into frames that feel timeless. “The big emotions, the subtle gestures, and everything in between,” he explains. “Moments you share together, but above all, with the people who mean the most to you.”
His attention to softness — both in light and feeling — became the foundation of the Cinecrush aesthetic.
When asked how long he has been a videographer, Esli answers simply: “Nine years.”
Nine years of refining style.
Nine years of traveling across destinations.
Nine years of turning love stories into beautifully preserved memories.
His style today is clear, defined, and uniquely recognizable:
Elegant and refined
Stylish and timeless
Full of emotion and feeling
Light and soft
Authentic and pure
These five pillars guide every frame he captures.
Esli lights up when he describes what he enjoys most about his work. “The places I get to visit, the people I get to meet,” he says. But the heart of it lies in something deeper — “the privilege of creating a cinematic masterpiece that will stay with the couple for a lifetime.”
He approaches each wedding with the mindset of a storyteller who understands that no moment is insignificant. From the anticipation before the ceremony to the unguarded joy on the dance floor, he treats every detail as part of the larger emotional tapestry.
For Esli, the pre-wedding process is essential. “It all begins with an in-depth introduction where I get to know the couple, their story, and their dreams for the big day,” he shares. This first step allows him to build trust — an ingredient he considers vital in creating a film that feels true.
We also discuss their wishes for the videography package to make sure it perfectly fits what they envision.
As the wedding approaches, the collaboration becomes even more detailed. “Closer to the wedding, we have another meeting to go through the schedule together and talk about all the little insights and behind-the-scenes details that help me create a truly stunning result.”
This thoughtful, attentive approach is one of the reasons couples gravitate toward Cinecrush. Esli doesn’t simply record a wedding — he absorbs its essence.
Esli reflects honestly on his early years in the industry. “Connect with other people in the business, invest in these relations and have fun while doing that,” he advises. The industry, he explains, is built on community. “For example photographers, other videographers, wedding planners, venues.”
Relationships shape creativity, and for Esli, they’ve shaped his growth.
His love for destination weddings is immediate and unmistakable. “I LOVE them,” he says. His top choices? Greece and Italy — locations whose light and landscapes align beautifully with Cinecrush’s aesthetic. The architecture, the colors, the atmosphere — everything lends itself to soft, romantic filmmaking.
Esli ends with a note that perfectly reflects his personality and his approach to art:
Thanks so much for the invitation! Love, Esli.
Simple. Sincere. Completely in tune with the gentleness of his work.
