Director & Founder

Dimitri Max is the filmmaker and creative engine behind Baffe. Born from the vibrant pulse of Paris and refined in the creative landscapes of the US, his work blends European style with American innovation.

That cinematic perspective is informed by a unique career spanning design, electronic music production, and innovative leadership in the tech industry. This blend of aesthetic, rhythm, and strategy defines his approach to every project.

As the Founder and Lead Director of baffe, Dimitri guides the creative vision and invests his resources to bring every project to life. While baffe is a full-service production house, Dimitri is also available as a Director-for-Hire and welcomes collaborations with all agencies and production companies seeking his specific narrative and cinematic vision.

He has built a compelling slate that includes award-winning short films, innovative commercials, and music videos for Billboard artists. Dimitri is currently in development on his next film, demonstrating a relentless commitment to cinematic storytelling across all mediums.

His mission is simple: To deliver visuals that entertain, inspire, and provoke thought. By blending his Parisian roots with an innovative American spirit, Dimitri crafts stories that connect across cultures and resonate universally.

Producer, Strategy and Business Development

Luis Baro is a seasoned producer and strategist with a rich history in the electronic music and entertainment industries. As the founder of Viva Acid, an annual Chicago event celebrating acid house and rave culture, Luis has been instrumental in preserving and promoting the spirit of electronic music. Although based in New York, he returns to Chicago each year to spearhead this beloved event.

With a career spanning decades, Luis has left a lasting impact on the industry. From leading programming on Sirius XM’s The Move and Chill Channel to being a key promoter in Chicago’s 1990s rave scene, he helped introduce some of the most influential electronic acts to the Midwest and beyond.

Today, Luis continues to shape the entertainment landscape as the lead producer of Children of Acid, a documentary diving into the rise of rave culture. At baffe, Luis brings his wealth of experience to both creative production and business strategy, helping to drive innovative projects and cultivate opportunities for growth.

A mentor to Dimitri Max early in his career, Luis remains a trusted collaborator and a vital part of baffe’s team. His commitment to storytelling and his deep understanding of the industry make him an invaluable partner in creating meaningful, impactful work.

Cinematographer

Born and raised in Beirut, Nassim Geagea is an accomplished Director of Photography with over a decade of experience spanning short films, documentaries, commercials, and television. A graduate of Film and Communications at Université Antonine, Nassim honed his craft working as a 1st AC and Camera Operator on international productions, including Top Chef MENA, which took him to diverse locations such as Cuba, Mexico, Poland, and the Middle East.

Nassim’s work has earned recognition worldwide, with his cinematography on Omé receiving accolades at the Richmond International Film Festival, Malmö Arab Film Festival, and Tampere Film Festival. His expertise extends to high-speed filming and analog photography, showcasing his technical mastery and artistic vision.

At baffe, Nassim has been an integral collaborator, elevating some of our most ambitious projects with his precision and creativity. His dedication to the craft and ability to bring stories to life visually make him an invaluable part of our team and a driving force behind baffe’s growth and success.

VFX Supervisor

When he’s not crafting the impossible for baffe, Tennessee is busy in the trenches of high-stakes productions, working on major sets with some of the world’s biggest brands. He operates in the shadows, bending light, pixels, and reality itself to bring jaw-dropping visuals to life. His work speaks for itself—because legally, he can’t.

A rogue artist in the VFX world, Tennessee moves between projects like a ghost, leaving behind nothing but seamless frames and mind-blowing effects.

You may never see his face, and you won’t find his name in the credits, but rest assured—when the storm hits, Tennessee knows how to ride it out.