COMPASS - ECHOES OF THE HEART, 2024
Directed by Eliott COULAUD
Commercial
Client: COMPASS Real Estate
CREW:
Directed by - Eliott Coulaud
Director of Photography - Myles Neith
Executive Producer - Chris Taylor
1st AC - Justin Vong
2nd AC - Ethan Okamoto
PA - Louis Ortiz
BTS - Wayne Liu
Make-up artists - Sophia Nawabi
Craft Services - Chris Mercado
Editor - Eliott Coulaud
Sound Designer - Henri Calvet
Colorist - Chris Taylor
Additional Help - Marcus Hanschen
CAST:
Tiffany Wilson
Andrew Ravani
Shelley Baldiga (VO)
Produced by - Farallon Films
Shot in San Francisco Bay Area, Piedmont, CA.
Directed by Eliott COULAUD
Commercial
Client: COMPASS Real Estate
CREW:
Directed by - Eliott Coulaud
Director of Photography - Myles Neith
Executive Producer - Chris Taylor
1st AC - Justin Vong
2nd AC - Ethan Okamoto
PA - Louis Ortiz
BTS - Wayne Liu
Make-up artists - Sophia Nawabi
Craft Services - Chris Mercado
Editor - Eliott Coulaud
Sound Designer - Henri Calvet
Colorist - Chris Taylor
Additional Help - Marcus Hanschen
CAST:
Tiffany Wilson
Andrew Ravani
Shelley Baldiga (VO)
Produced by - Farallon Films
Shot in San Francisco Bay Area, Piedmont, CA.
"ECHOES OF THE HEART" is a 1-minute experimental commercial filmed in San Francisco, California, in April 2024.
Notably, it marks Eliott's debut as a director on a project with a budget exceeding $30,000 for a major client - COMPASS Real Estate.
The concept aims to make the audience feel as if they are sharing the couple's experience in the house, immersing them through the visuals, sounds, and overall mood of the video.
The film takes viewers on a journey through the life of a couple as it unfolds within the walls of a magnificent house. It offers a tranquil escape, portraying the estate as a luxurious retreat. Through the visuals, the actions and presence of the characters emphasize the beauty and serenity of the home, inviting viewers to imagine themselves in this peaceful setting.
This project represented Eliott's initial step into the professional filmmaking world. It was carefully planned, organized, and executed, involving key elements such as casting, scheduling, and technical breakdowns. Eliott oversaw every stage of the production, from concept to post-production, including supervision of the editor, colorist, and sound mixer.
The director’s cut is available to watch on Vimeo, while the Client’s version can be watched on Farallon’s website.
Notably, it marks Eliott's debut as a director on a project with a budget exceeding $30,000 for a major client - COMPASS Real Estate.
The concept aims to make the audience feel as if they are sharing the couple's experience in the house, immersing them through the visuals, sounds, and overall mood of the video.
The film takes viewers on a journey through the life of a couple as it unfolds within the walls of a magnificent house. It offers a tranquil escape, portraying the estate as a luxurious retreat. Through the visuals, the actions and presence of the characters emphasize the beauty and serenity of the home, inviting viewers to imagine themselves in this peaceful setting.
This project represented Eliott's initial step into the professional filmmaking world. It was carefully planned, organized, and executed, involving key elements such as casting, scheduling, and technical breakdowns. Eliott oversaw every stage of the production, from concept to post-production, including supervision of the editor, colorist, and sound mixer.
The director’s cut is available to watch on Vimeo, while the Client’s version can be watched on Farallon’s website.
AVANT MON DÉPART, 2023
Directed by Eliott COULAUD
SYNOPSIS:
“A teenager with asthma must get the money saved by his parents for his education and convince his mother to let him go abroad before he leaves.”
“Un adolescent atteint d’asthme doit obtenir l’argent économisé pour ses études par ses parents et convaincre sa mère de le laisser partir à l’étranger avant son départ.”
CREW:
Directed by - Eliott Coulaud
1st AD - Marie Grammatico
Director of Photography - Antoine Plastre
Editor - Paul Foulon
Camera Operator - Paul Foulon
1st AC - Paul Rahal
2nd AC - Simon Ferrus
Gaffer - Thomas Cavalloni
Grip - Hugo Miquel
Make-up artists - Gaëlle Jaune / Juliette Laget
Sound Engineer - Sébastien Boudet / Henri Calvet
Sound Designer - Henri Calvet
CAST:
Djénaël Gaultier
Stéphanie Marc
Martial Zani
Dario Leydier
Co-produced by - Envol Production, ACFA Multimédia
Directed by Eliott COULAUD
SYNOPSIS:
“A teenager with asthma must get the money saved by his parents for his education and convince his mother to let him go abroad before he leaves.”
“Un adolescent atteint d’asthme doit obtenir l’argent économisé pour ses études par ses parents et convaincre sa mère de le laisser partir à l’étranger avant son départ.”
CREW:
Directed by - Eliott Coulaud
1st AD - Marie Grammatico
Director of Photography - Antoine Plastre
Editor - Paul Foulon
Camera Operator - Paul Foulon
1st AC - Paul Rahal
2nd AC - Simon Ferrus
Gaffer - Thomas Cavalloni
Grip - Hugo Miquel
Make-up artists - Gaëlle Jaune / Juliette Laget
Sound Engineer - Sébastien Boudet / Henri Calvet
Sound Designer - Henri Calvet
CAST:
Djénaël Gaultier
Stéphanie Marc
Martial Zani
Dario Leydier
Co-produced by - Envol Production, ACFA Multimédia
"AVANT MON DÉPART" is a 24-minute short film shot in Montpellier (France) in December 2022. The narrative revolves around a teenager with asthma who must access the money saved by his parents for his education and persuade his mother to permit him to journey abroad before his departure.
Eliott Coulaud directed this project, which was conceived as part of his fourth cinema course project. Notably, this endeavor marked his initial experience in directing professional actors and overseeing a team of more than 12 members.
It is important to know that the film was written, prepared, and filmed in less than three weeks, presenting a significant time constraint as a formidable challenge.
On June 30, 2023, "AVANT MON DEPART" premiered in a Montpellier theater, where it was screened for the producers, crew, actors, and their families.
This short film endeavors to honor individuals who have already experienced or will encounter the emotional weight of leaving the family nest.
(The full project is currently on festival circuit and hasn't been released to the public yet)
Eliott Coulaud directed this project, which was conceived as part of his fourth cinema course project. Notably, this endeavor marked his initial experience in directing professional actors and overseeing a team of more than 12 members.
It is important to know that the film was written, prepared, and filmed in less than three weeks, presenting a significant time constraint as a formidable challenge.
On June 30, 2023, "AVANT MON DEPART" premiered in a Montpellier theater, where it was screened for the producers, crew, actors, and their families.
This short film endeavors to honor individuals who have already experienced or will encounter the emotional weight of leaving the family nest.
(The full project is currently on festival circuit and hasn't been released to the public yet)
BETWEEN YOUR MEMORIES, 2022
Directed by Eliott COULAUD
SYNOPSIS:
"Jessica and Amaury are a young couple who used to share their lives together. However, the separation has left a huge gap between the past and reality. Finding it difficult to face, she is trying to accept it and move on...
"Jessica et Amaury sont un jeune couple qui partageaient leur vie ensemble. Cependant, la séparation a laissé un vide immense entre le passé et la réalité. Ayant des difficultés à y faire face, elle cherche à l’accepter et à aller de l’avant...”
CREW:
Written by - Eliott COULAUD
Directed by - Eliott Coulaud
1st AD : Simon Aich
Director of Photography - Paul Foulon
Gaffer - Tino Nahon
Sound Engineer / Sound Designer - Sébastien Boudet & Henri Calvet
CAST:
Katie Rice (VO)
Fiona Della-Porta
Ulysse Lemarquier
Directed by Eliott COULAUD
SYNOPSIS:
"Jessica and Amaury are a young couple who used to share their lives together. However, the separation has left a huge gap between the past and reality. Finding it difficult to face, she is trying to accept it and move on...
"Jessica et Amaury sont un jeune couple qui partageaient leur vie ensemble. Cependant, la séparation a laissé un vide immense entre le passé et la réalité. Ayant des difficultés à y faire face, elle cherche à l’accepter et à aller de l’avant...”
CREW:
Written by - Eliott COULAUD
Directed by - Eliott Coulaud
1st AD : Simon Aich
Director of Photography - Paul Foulon
Gaffer - Tino Nahon
Sound Engineer / Sound Designer - Sébastien Boudet & Henri Calvet
CAST:
Katie Rice (VO)
Fiona Della-Porta
Ulysse Lemarquier
"BETWEEN YOUR MEMORIES" is a 7-minute experimental short film shot in Montpellier, France, during March 2022. Significantly, it marks Eliott's debut as a writer and director. As the inaugural assignment of his cinema course, the task was to make a purely visual narrative, with dialogue strictly prohibited.
The story centers on Jessica and Amaury, a young couple who once shared their lives. However, their separation has created a substantial chasm between the past and their present reality.
Struggling to come to terms with this divide, Jessica endeavors to accept it and move forward.
This project marked Eliott's initial foray into a more "professional" filmmaking venture. It was meticulously planned, organized, and executed, featuring elements such as casting, work schedules, and technical breakdowns.
The film is available to watch on both YouTube and Vimeo.
The story centers on Jessica and Amaury, a young couple who once shared their lives. However, their separation has created a substantial chasm between the past and their present reality.
Struggling to come to terms with this divide, Jessica endeavors to accept it and move forward.
This project marked Eliott's initial foray into a more "professional" filmmaking venture. It was meticulously planned, organized, and executed, featuring elements such as casting, work schedules, and technical breakdowns.
The film is available to watch on both YouTube and Vimeo.
THE THINGS AIN’T SEEN, 2022
Written and Directed by Eliott COULAUD
SYNOPSIS:
“ John, a farmer in Scotland, is worried about the future of his farm. His son, Findlay, hopes to make a living from his passion : the BMX. Between the desire of two different realities, how will a father and son manage to bring together two opposing passions and create a link between their two worlds ?”
CREW:
Written by - Eliott Coulaud
Directed by - Eliott Coulaud
Director of Photography - Paul Foulon
Edited by - Paul Foulon
Sound design by - Henri Calvet, Florian Perceau
CAST:
John Penniston
Findlay Penniston
Co-produced by - Artcam Production, ACFA Multimédia
(The full project is currently on festival circuit and hasn't been released to the public yet)
Written and Directed by Eliott COULAUD
SYNOPSIS:
“ John, a farmer in Scotland, is worried about the future of his farm. His son, Findlay, hopes to make a living from his passion : the BMX. Between the desire of two different realities, how will a father and son manage to bring together two opposing passions and create a link between their two worlds ?”
CREW:
Written by - Eliott Coulaud
Directed by - Eliott Coulaud
Director of Photography - Paul Foulon
Edited by - Paul Foulon
Sound design by - Henri Calvet, Florian Perceau
CAST:
John Penniston
Findlay Penniston
Co-produced by - Artcam Production, ACFA Multimédia
(The full project is currently on festival circuit and hasn't been released to the public yet)
"THE THINGS AIN’T SEEN" is a 17-minute portrait documentary filmed in Scotland in May 2022. The inspiration for this project stemmed from Eliott's burgeoning passion for travel, which he discovered a year earlier when he left France to live abroad.
To sustain this fervor for exploration while pursuing his studies, he conceived a project that seamlessly integrated his love for creating, discovery, and travel, named "THE THINGS AIN’T SEEN."
The narrative unfolds as John, a Scottish farmer, expresses concerns about the future of his farm, while his son, Findlay, aspires to make a living through his passion for BMX. Between these two divergent desires, the film explores how a father and son navigate the challenge of reconciling their contrasting passions and bridging the gap between their worlds.
Upon embarking on their journey to Scotland, Eliott and Paul embarked without preconceived expectations, choosing to narrate a visual story based on whatever they encountered along the way. It was not until they crossed paths with the Penninston family that they decided to focus their project on John and Findlay.
Through this family, they unearthed an authentic Scotland, revealing a distinct society, culture, and way of life. Scotland's enchanting landscapes, warm-hearted people, and the delights of its beverages added to the charm of their experience.
The profound connection they felt with Scotland compelled them to return from this captivating voyage with a compelling story to share, a film to exhibit, and a treasure trove of memories.
As a result of their endeavor, Eliott successfully completed his first year of his course and secured a distribution opportunity with "ARTCAM PRODUCTION" to showcase the movie in film festivals across the globe.
To sustain this fervor for exploration while pursuing his studies, he conceived a project that seamlessly integrated his love for creating, discovery, and travel, named "THE THINGS AIN’T SEEN."
The narrative unfolds as John, a Scottish farmer, expresses concerns about the future of his farm, while his son, Findlay, aspires to make a living through his passion for BMX. Between these two divergent desires, the film explores how a father and son navigate the challenge of reconciling their contrasting passions and bridging the gap between their worlds.
Upon embarking on their journey to Scotland, Eliott and Paul embarked without preconceived expectations, choosing to narrate a visual story based on whatever they encountered along the way. It was not until they crossed paths with the Penninston family that they decided to focus their project on John and Findlay.
Through this family, they unearthed an authentic Scotland, revealing a distinct society, culture, and way of life. Scotland's enchanting landscapes, warm-hearted people, and the delights of its beverages added to the charm of their experience.
The profound connection they felt with Scotland compelled them to return from this captivating voyage with a compelling story to share, a film to exhibit, and a treasure trove of memories.
As a result of their endeavor, Eliott successfully completed his first year of his course and secured a distribution opportunity with "ARTCAM PRODUCTION" to showcase the movie in film festivals across the globe.
NOT ALLOWED TO DREAM, 2023
Written by Eliott COULAUD
Directed by Eliott COULAUD and Paul FOULON
SYNOPSIS:
“Two young musicians try to find the path they want their lives to take.”
“Deux jeunes musiciens tentent de trouver la direction qu’ils veulent donner à leur vie.”
CREW:
Written by - Eliott Coulaud
Directed by - Eliott Coulaud and Paul Foulon
Sound design by - Henri Calvet
CAST:
Jay Angus
Jake Dolan
Lewis Hart
Fraser Hart
Angus Gilmour
Charlie Sutherland
This documentary has been entirely shot in Helensburgh, Scotland.
Written by Eliott COULAUD
Directed by Eliott COULAUD and Paul FOULON
SYNOPSIS:
“Two young musicians try to find the path they want their lives to take.”
“Deux jeunes musiciens tentent de trouver la direction qu’ils veulent donner à leur vie.”
CREW:
Written by - Eliott Coulaud
Directed by - Eliott Coulaud and Paul Foulon
Sound design by - Henri Calvet
CAST:
Jay Angus
Jake Dolan
Lewis Hart
Fraser Hart
Angus Gilmour
Charlie Sutherland
This documentary has been entirely shot in Helensburgh, Scotland.
“NOT “ALLOWED TO DREAM” is a 34-minute portrait documentary filmed in Scotland in May 2023. It chronicles the journey of two young musicians as they navigate the quest for their life's purpose. Amidst the challenges posed by our demanding society, the film explores the aspirations of young individuals striving to pursue their passions and tries to make out of it, a living.
The project was written by Eliott Coulaud and co-directed with Paul Foulon.
The screenplay for this film was developed as the final project for Eliott's cinema course, which ultimately earned him an honors bachelor's degree. Just three weeks after completing his previous short film: “AVANT MON DÉPART” he embarked on the creation of his second documentary.
It's worth noting that a year earlier, he directed his first documentary, "THE THINGS AIN’T SEEN” in the same location.
In the contemporary world, the youth encounter intricate challenges, including economic uncertainties, escalating performance-related stress, social pressures stemming from social media, and environmental crises. These complexities exert profound effects on our mental health, self-identity, life decisions, and prospects. This documentary offers a platform to engage with these issues empathetically and gain insights from a cohort of young individuals regarding potential solutions and initiatives to aid our generation's pursuit of a brighter future. In addition, it seeks to provide a glimpse into their day-to-day experiences as they confront the trials of social pressures, self-discovery, and self-esteem.
And to answer the question: are we free today to dream about our future?
This documentary seeks to serve as a tribute to the youth of today, extending an invitation to empathize and comprehend the challenges we face.
The project was written by Eliott Coulaud and co-directed with Paul Foulon.
The screenplay for this film was developed as the final project for Eliott's cinema course, which ultimately earned him an honors bachelor's degree. Just three weeks after completing his previous short film: “AVANT MON DÉPART” he embarked on the creation of his second documentary.
It's worth noting that a year earlier, he directed his first documentary, "THE THINGS AIN’T SEEN” in the same location.
In the contemporary world, the youth encounter intricate challenges, including economic uncertainties, escalating performance-related stress, social pressures stemming from social media, and environmental crises. These complexities exert profound effects on our mental health, self-identity, life decisions, and prospects. This documentary offers a platform to engage with these issues empathetically and gain insights from a cohort of young individuals regarding potential solutions and initiatives to aid our generation's pursuit of a brighter future. In addition, it seeks to provide a glimpse into their day-to-day experiences as they confront the trials of social pressures, self-discovery, and self-esteem.
And to answer the question: are we free today to dream about our future?
This documentary seeks to serve as a tribute to the youth of today, extending an invitation to empathize and comprehend the challenges we face.