Three working filmmakers with different perspectives on directing, cinematography, wildlife filmmaking and editing. You'll work directly alongside them throughout the weekend.
Before the Film Retreat, there was a project that brought Drew Seals, Alex Côté and Ilya Matyushin together.
Three filmmakers with different strengths, different perspectives and a shared obsession with telling outdoor stories the right way.
That collaboration became part of the foundation for this retreat—the idea that some of the best filmmaking happens when talented people get in the field together, share what they know, challenge each other creatively and build the story as a team.
This is the kind of filmmaking experience we're bringing to Weng Ranch.
Afternoon arrival at Weng Ranch. Meet the mentors and filmmakers, settle in, and get introduced to the story and production ahead.
Our primary production day. Storytelling, cinematography, interviews, wildlife and outdoor production—with mentors working alongside you throughout the process.
Take what we captured into the edit. Break down story, selects, pacing, sound and how the pieces come together. Final conversations and wrap before afternoon departure.
For the weekend, Weng Ranch becomes the film school. Lodging, meals and access to real outdoor environments keep the entire experience centered around creating.
Explore Weng Ranch →Tell us a little about yourself, the stories you want to tell, and where you want to grow as a filmmaker.