TominSaji
A filmmaker who believes powerful stories exist everywhere — in people, professions, and everyday life.
Personal Journey
Wherethestorybegan.
Tomin Saji is a graduate of the London Film Academy who began his filmmaking journey at a young age, creating short films while still in school.
He built a strong foundation in the Malayalam film industry, working as an Assistant and Associate Director on films and OTT short projects. After moving to London, Tomin gained international exposure as a First Assistant Director on multiple productions, including global commercials for Kodak.
He has developed his craft across directing, cinematography, production design, and digital and analogue filmmaking, shaping a versatile and detail-driven approach to cinema. His award-winning short films have also screened at platforms such as BFI London.
Beyond filmmaking, Tomin has contributed to international film events and festivals, including the Academy Film Awards, BFI London Film Festival, London Breeze, and the Irish Film Festival. He has also worked with the international cinema chain Vue.
With experience spanning Malayalam cinema and international productions, Tomin now continues his storytelling journey through The Epoch Tales.
Experience
Short Films & Foundations
Began making short films during school years — discovering the language of cinema before formal training.
Assistant & Associate Director
Worked on feature films and OTT short projects, building a strong foundation in regional storytelling and on-set craft.
Formal Cinematic Training
Graduated from the London Film Academy, deepening his understanding of cinematography, production design, and analog/digital filmmaking.
First Assistant Director
Worked on multiple international productions, including global commercials for Kodak — gaining a worldwide cinematic perspective.
Award-Winning Short Films
His award-winning short films have been officially selected and screened at prestigious international film festivals, including the BFI London Film Festival.
Awards & Festival Recognition
Quarantine Bioscope International
Lift-Off Global · Pinewood Studios
Bitesize Film Festival
IDSFFK · Kerala
Lift-Off Global · Pinewood Studios
Jyoti Filmato National Film Festival
Kuttikkanam International · KIFF
Pillar 4
Quarantine Bioscope International
Quarantine Bioscope International
Lift-Off Global · Pinewood Studios
Bitesize Film Festival
IDSFFK · Kerala
Lift-Off Global · Pinewood Studios
Jyoti Filmato National Film Festival
Kuttikkanam International · KIFF
Pillar 4
Quarantine Bioscope International
Creative Philosophy
“Stories don't live on screens. They live in people, in silence, in moments we forget to notice. Cinema is just where we choose to remember them.”
— Tomin Saji
From the world's most cinematic stages.
From film festivals to global cinema spaces, Tomin has been part of international storytelling environments...
