Martinelli's — Documentary Film
A Family Tradition
The Challenge
Martinelli's has been a fixture of American family tables for generations, but their story had never been fully told on film. The challenge was capturing the depth of a legacy business — the dedication, the craftsmanship, the quiet pride of a family still doing things their own way — without it feeling like a commercial. It needed to feel like a documentary: honest, warm, and earned.
My Role
- —Collaborated with Lincoln Street Studios to film a short documentary capturing Martinelli's rich family history
- —Brought the family's dedication, craftsmanship, and tradition to life with authenticity and heart
- —Shot the film as cinematographer, helping shape the visual tone of the story from behind the lens
Credits
Agency
Lincoln Street Studios
Creative Director
Cheryl Isaacson
Film Director
Peter Lindsey
Cinematographer
Jon Sontag