Seychelles is an island republic in the western Indian Ocean, comprising about 115 islands with lush tropical vegetation, beautiful beaches, and a wide variety of marine life. Considerable efforts have been made to preserve the islands’ marked biodiversity. In fact, Seychelles’ government has established several nature preserves and marine parks. Seychelles’ Aldabra Islands, a large atoll, are the site of a preserve inhabited by tens of thousands of giant tortoises, the world’s oldest living creatures, which government conservation efforts have helped rescue from the brink of extinction. Though its history is unremarkable and fairly typical of islands in the days of European colonialism, the Seychelles is quite unique even beyond its wildlife, in its own right. It has a rich culture made up of a blend of many different people, developing its own language and customs. Although swanky hotel resorts dominate and often fill the landscape, ultimately the provide access to this stunning archipelago.
INDIA: Timelapse in Mumbai and Bangalore
This short film is a timelapse throughout Mumbai and Bangalore. The film shows India's cultures in the cities and beaches. Through aerial shots and video on the ground, the video shows India to all viewers.
Gulf of Thailand
A travel to the islands of the Gulf of Thailand, discovering 3 contrasting places : Koh Samui, Koh Phangan and Koh Tao. Three islands with immaculate beaches, jungle, venerated temples, great aquatic life and of course the smile of Thai people.
Filmed & Edited by Gilles Havet
Northbound: Skateboarding on Frozen Sand
Ice, driftwood, foamy waves and … skateboards? Four skaters head north to the cold Norwegian coast, applying their urban skills to a wild canvas of beach flotsam, frozen sand and pastel skies. The result is a beautiful mashup — biting winds and short days, ollies and a frozen miniramp.
Skaters: Hermann Stene, Didrik Galasso, Henrik Lund, Karsten Kleppan
Director: Jørn Nyseth Ranum