ANTOINE VAN AERDE

HUMAN STORIES TO CONNECT

THE POWER OF AUTHENTIC NARRATIVES TO BUILD MEANINGFUL MOVEMENTS.

Revealing essence
restoring connection

Antoine illuminates human essence through portrait documentaries,
empowering authentic connection and purposeful creation.

My portrait documentaries are built around a simple truth:

IT ALL BEGINS WITH A PERSON.

DIVAN GROBLER

Rooted Intuition: When Nature and Purpose Speak as One

Our minds are wired to interpret the world through stories.

In an era of digital fragmentation, human stories are essential for rebuilding meaningful relationships and collective purpose.

“The most beautiful story ever written about me.“

Sarah Parent
Founder

“Antoine's direction captures personal reflections and experiences without distraction.“

OUR FRAGMENTED WORLD NEEDS AUTHENTIC STORIES MORE THAN EVER.

The age of authentic human narrative is fading, replaced by an era of digital distraction, algorithmic feeds and purposeless consumption.

Drift with the noise, and become another fragmented self.
Share your story, and ignite wholeness.

Through portrait documentaries, I help reveal forgotten dimensions, inspire connection, and preserve what makes us human. Trusted by creators, purpose-driven brands, family histories, and diverse communities.

“Antoine asks questions that made me see things.

He then turned our conversation into a human story that resonates powerfully.“

Marijke Verder
Founder

IN PREMIERE

In honour of Mardouw Olive Estate

IMPACT STORIES IN THE MAKING

Portrait documentaries across South Africa, Mozambique, Egypt and Botswana.

“Antoine's direction captures personal reflections

and experiences without distraction.“

“Antoine doesn’t steer you toward a story, he helps you find your own and creates a space where

your most authentic self is revealed.“

Soumaya Verder
Founder

BEYOND THE SCREEN

What begins as a film expands into written formats.

“Antoine knows how to

capture my thoughts.“

Anna Pixner
Athlete

Courage made visible

inspires courage in others

“The most beautiful story

ever written about me.“

Sarah Parent
Founder

Where stories ignite collective creation

THE CASE FOR AN

AUTHENTIC PORTRAIT DOCUMENTARY.

1. Clarifies Your Purpose

Distills your journey into a clear and tangible purpose.

2. Preserves Your Legacy

Captures your essential DNA as a timeless gift for future generations.

3. Amplifies Your Impact

Expands your reach, builds credibility, and attracts new opportunities.

4. Cuts Through the Noise

Cuts through digital noise to create deep, authentic human connection.

5. Sparks a Movement

Inspires a community and sparks collective, purpose-driven action.

ANTOINE VAN AERDE

Award-winning documentary filmmaker who journeyed across four continents—from Southern Africa's wilderness to Brazil's Atlantic Forest, Asia's vibrant cultures, and Europe, capturing authentic stories of courage and purpose.After walking away from a career in tech sales to pursue meaningful storytelling, I directed my debut documentary "The Missionary," which was selected by four film festivals and proved that authentic human stories can create profound impact in a digitally fragmented world.My extensive fieldwork, interviewing experience, and personal transformation journey have positioned me to uncover the deeper dimensions of your story, revealing the authentic force that drives you forward.

UNCOVERING

Trusted storyteller for changemakers and creators, Antoine uncovers the narratives that lie beneath the surface, helping them reveal their authentic journey, clarify vision, and inspire others through the power of
their story.

“My love for Anna Pixner's story

inspired me to share mine.“

Lena Stübner
Founder

KOALA SURF HOUSE

CONTACT ANTOINE

I am a native speaker of Dutch, English and have an
upper-intermediate proficiency in French.[email protected]

ANTOINE VAN AERDE

DOCUMENTARY FILMMAKER | MULTIMEDIA EXPERT TURNED IMPACT ENTREPRENEUR

ⓒ Antoine Van Aerde 2025