WE CREATE CINEMATIC STORIES FOR GLOBAL BRANDS AND HUMANS WE ADMIRE AT THE EDGES OF THE WORLD.

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DRIFT THE
ORY'S DNA
Our creative DNA is built on cinematic storytelling and raw, unscripted moments. We push the boundaries of visual expression to create impact that lasts.
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Drift Theory

Drift Theory exists to explore the edges of landscape, culture, and human experience. We are drawn to stories shaped by wind, water, movement, and conviction. Stories where nature is not just a backdrop but a force.

Whether it’s a commercial campaign or a long-form documentary, we approach every project with curiosity, discipline, and a commitment to seeking the truth.

We believe the most powerful films are not manufactured — they’re uncovered. And sometimes you have to drift from the expected path to find something real.

Drift Theory exists to explore the edges of landscape, culture, and human experience. We are drawn to stories shaped by wind, water, movement, and conviction. Stories where nature is not just a backdrop but a force.

Welcome

Whether it’s a commercial campaign or a long-form documentary, we approach every project with curiosity, discipline, and a commitment to seeking the truth.

We believe the most powerful films are not manufactured — they’re uncovered. And sometimes you have to drift from the expected path to find something real.

THE UGLY DUCKLING

NOT BY CHANCE

PACIFIC TO PLATE

DUDLEY MARKET

FANTASTIC ACID

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GAUTIER

TOM & HARRY

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THE PACIFIC PASSAGE

SLNT

OUR SERVICES

creative

From first concept to final frame, we develop original ideas built for impact. We collaborate closely with brands, agencies, and production partners to shape narratives that feel cinematic, human, and emotionally grounded. Whether creating from scratch or elevating an existing vision, we bring clarity, tone, and cohesion to every stage of development.

documentary

We specialize in character-driven storytelling grounded in authenticity and earned access. From short-form branded documentaries to long-form series, our work pairs cinematic craft with strong emotional throughlines. We understand when to push, when to listen, and when to let silence carry the weight. Years in the field have shaped our ability to operate fluidly in any environment, capturing the story as it unfolds.

commercial

From filming commercials to producing original ad concepts to editing broadcast spots, our creativity and multi-faceted skillsets extend to commercial work. We blend strong creative direction with refined production value. Built to cut through noise without losing substance, every piece is crafted with intention, precision, and narrative focus.

social

We translate cinematic storytelling into agile, platform-native content. Designed for social and digital campaigns, these films maintain brand integrity while capturing attention quickly. Short form doesnt mean shallow. We approach every frame with the same care and craft as our long form work.

GUTS: A FEMALE EXPEDITION THROUGH AFRICA

YARDFISH

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AMANDA DJERF X ATMOSEA

THE WILD REMEDY

THANKS STEVE

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WILD HAUS

TOMO X KELLY

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THE PARLEZ BETWEEN

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ON EDGE

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MIRRORS

KELLY FOOTE
Kelly Foote is a cinematographer and director of photography working across documentary and commercial filmmaking. Equally comfortable offshore or on location, his visual style blends technical control with natural intuition. A licensed drone operator with extensive ocean experience, Kelly has filmed in the most remote corners of the world. Speaking English, Spanish and French fluently, he is an asset to any international production. His practical,problem solving skills and skills as a sailor and waterman have come in handy more than once on lean crews and on-location shoots. His work on Not By Chance earned Best Surf Film at SSFF Milano 2024. Rooted in a lifelong connection to the natural world, his lens is drawn to movement, craft, and the people who live close to the elements.
HUNTER HULETT
Hunter Hulett is a director, producer, and editor specializing in long-form documentary and narrative-driven commercial work. With over a decade of experience across feature films, series, and branded storytelling, she brings a rare combination of editorial precision and directorial instinct to every project. Her recent work includes producing and editing the award-winning documentary series “Not By Chance”, editing the feature documentary “Guts: A Female Expedition Through Africa” and directing the documentary “The Wild Remedy”.  A UCLA film program graduate with a master’s degree in directing from Met Film School Berlin, Hunter works between the U.S. and France, shaping films that are structurally rigorous, emotionally resonant, and grounded in truth