Sébastien Gaudeaux

For the Kino Film Festival, I was in charge of the cinematography for a short western film written and directed by Shota Wanibe.

The project focused on an immersive first-person perspective, with significant work on camera movements, action scenes, and the perception of bullets in POV.

The objective was to maintain a raw, organic, and realistic image.

This experience was a true technical and artistic challenge, particularly in managing lighting, coordinating camera movements, and creating visual tension consistent with the film's western universe.

The shoot involved a full technical crew, allowing for close collaboration between cinematography, directing, and practical effects to ensure the project's smooth execution and bring the immersive and dynamic vision to life.

For Café des Adjoints, I conceptualized a film highlighting the authenticity and craftsmanship of a French brasserie in the heart of Lyon. The goal was to capture a bright, warm, and timeless atmosphere through shots of a sunny terrace, lively service, and generous cuisine.

The film follows a progressive narrative, starting in the morning with the delivery of fresh produce, moving to kitchen preparation, and then service setup. The mood evolves from an elegant and convivial lunch to a more relaxed and festive evening.

The color grading was designed to enhance natural light, warm tones, and the establishment's elegance, while also highlighting the restaurant's unique location in Lyon.

The final result blends immersion, culinary expertise, and a modern approach tailored for social media and the digital communication of Café des Adjoints.

For the LES FLORIES project, I supported the brand in its creative direction for the film, from pre-production to final post-production.

After receiving the brief, I created a storyboard and mood board to define the visual and emotional universe of the project. We then worked with the client on location selection and casting the lead actress to build a narrative consistent with the theme.

During the shoot, I served as director and cinematographer, assisted by 'Waloop' for directing assistance and technical support.

Together, we developed a sensitive and cinematic visual approach, with particular attention to aesthetics, framing, and a contemplative pace.

The objective was to create an immersive film about grief and memory, moving away from traditional advertising codes. Each shot was designed to convey sincere emotion through a sober and universal execution.

I then handled all post-production: editing, visual narration, color grading, and graphic integration. A voice-over and original musical composition were also produced by a third party to complement the film's emotional universe.

The final result is an intimate and narrative advertising short film, intended for funeral professionals to introduce them to the world of LES FLORIES.

🎬 Direction & Artistic Direction: Sébastien Gaudeaux Guerrero

🎥 Directing Assistant: Waloop

🖥️ Editing & Color Grading: Sébastien Gaudeaux Guerrero