Ari Kruger is a filmmaker from Cape Town, South Africa. He is renowned for his work on the hit web-series “SuzelleDIY” and the multi-award winning “Tali’s Diary” series on Showmax. In his first feature film directorial debut, The Shakedown, Kruger showcases his exceptional talent for blending comedy with action while still delivering a story filled with heart. The film was the first original film to be commissioned by Amazon MGM Studios in South Africa. Kruger’s accolades include 3 x Best Comedy Director wins at the South African Film & Television Awards for his work on Tali’s Diary series. His diverse portfolio also includes directing award-winning short films, TV commercials and comedy specials for top comedians Nik Rabinowitz and Marc Lottering. He is represented by Patriot Films for commercials, which was ranked #1 Production Company in South Africa by the Loeries 2022. Kruger has just completed directing an upcoming crime drama series for Netflix. He will also be directing a comedy series for Prime Video in early 2025 which he co-created with frequency collaborator Daniel Zimbler.