Alex Ranarivelo, a masterful visual storyteller, was born in Saint-Jean-d'Angely, France, and later raised in the vibrant cities of New York and Los Angeles. Growing up, he was deeply influenced by the iconic films of Sergio Leone and the epic space saga of "Star Wars".
As a result, his unique directing style seamlessly blends the nuanced, grounded performances characteristic of European cinema with the fast-paced, visually stunning elements of American filmmaking. Over the years, Alex has developed a long-standing partnership with ESX entertainment, directing numerous films across a wide range of genres.
One of his most notable projects is the critically acclaimed "American Wrestler", starring Jon Voight and William Fichtner, which received widespread recognition and acclaim, including multiple Best Film and Best Actor awards on the festival circuit and an impressive 92% approval rating in NRG test screenings.
In addition to his work with ESX entertainment, Alex has also written and directed several films for major streaming platforms. These include "The Ride", a high-stakes action film starring Chris 'Ludacris' Bridges and Sasha Alexander, which premiered on Amazon Prime, and "Born a Champion", a gripping drama starring Dennis Quaid and Sean Patrick Flanery, which was released by Lionsgate.
Alex has also directed several holiday-themed films for Netflix and HBO Max, including "Holiday in the Vineyards", "A Hollywood Christmas", and "A Christmas Mystery". His latest project, "Shattered Ice", is a powerful and emotional hockey drama that sheds light on the importance of mental health, featuring a standout performance by lead actor Charlie Gillespie.
