"Elegance in every environment"

MAX
FORGIN
FILMESCAPE

August 2025

HELLO!

I create immersive cinematic content that captures the spirit of exploration, luxury, and exclusivity. With a strong background in both yachting and film, and a deep understanding of high-net-worth audiences, my goal is to visually elevate Cookson Adventures’ unique approach to uncharted travel.

True luxury isn’t just seen—it’s experienced. Through refined storytelling and striking visuals, I aim to transport viewers into the extraordinary journeys Cookson curates—where adventure meets elegance at sea and beyond.

Craft Magic

CREATIVE VISION

My approach fuses cinematic sophistication with immersive, narrative-driven storytelling—designed to reflect the elegance, thrill, and exclusivity of the Cookson Adventures experience.

  • Aesthetic: Elegant, atmospheric, and timeless

  • Production Style: High-end cinematic visuals with a focus on natural light, texture, and intentional framing

  • Storytelling: Emotionally resonant, revealing the deeper meaning behind each journey—beyond the vessel or destination

  • Luxury Adventure Focus: Showcasing the raw beauty of remote environments, the refined onboard experience, and the transformative nature of curated exploration

KEY CONTENT PILLARS

Flagship Films

Cinematic showcase films that capture the spirit of Cookson Adventures—merging remote exploration with refined travel. Each film highlights bespoke experiences, pioneering routes, and the emotional depth of every journey.

Lifestyle Narratives

Immersive narratives that bring to life the essence of the adventure: from the intimacy of life on board and curated cultural encounters to adrenaline-fueled expeditions and moments of introspective calm—always through a lens of understated luxury.

The Cookson Signature

Spotlighting Cookson’s unrivaled access, custom-built journeys, and expertise in designing once-in-a-lifetime experiences. These pieces reinforce the brand’s ethos of purpose-driven travel, precision planning, and immersive impact.

Social-First Visuals

High-impact, platform-tailored content built for Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, and YouTube Shorts—crafted to spark curiosity, inspire wonder, and connect with a discerning, global audience seeking more than just luxury.

Visual & Technical Approach

High dynamic range: Ensuring rich, luxurious visuals

Aerial cinematography: Breathtaking perspectives via drone footage

Stabilized gimbal shots: Smooth, flowing motion to enhance elegance

Refined color grading: Enhancing blues, whites, and golds for a premium look

RED Digital Cinema cameras: High-resolution imagery ensuring clarity and detail

Why Max Forgin?

I'm a French cinematographer and entrepreneur based in the U.S., specializing in cinematic storytelling for the luxury and expedition travel space. With a background rooted in both high-end film production and the yachting industry, I bring a rare blend of artistic vision, technical expertise, and an innate understanding of what resonates with discerning, experience-driven audiences.

  • Adventure-Driven Yachting Expertise

    Years spent capturing the essence of the luxury marine lifestyle in remote, breathtaking locations.

  • Understanding the HNW Mindset
    Proven ability to craft visual narratives that connect deeply with high-net-worth individuals seeking meaning, elegance, and impact in their journeys.

  • Cinematic Innovation
    State-of-the-art techniques that move beyond traditional travel marketing—bringing a filmic edge to every project

  • Strategic, Bespoke Storytelling
    Each piece of content is custom-designed to align with Cookson Adventures’ brand ethos: immersive, rare, and purpose-filled exploration

  • Excellence at Every Step
    From concept to delivery, I’m dedicated to making the creative process seamless and collaborative—ensuring your vision is not only realized but elevated.

    Cookson Adventures deserves a visual partner who understands the nuances of elite travel—and who can translate those moments into stories that inspire awe and aspiration.

"Exceeding Expectations, Frame by Frame."               Max 

Next Steps

I’d be thrilled to explore how we can help bring Cookson Adventures’ extraordinary journeys to life through powerful visual storytelling. Let’s connect to shape a creative vision that captures the essence of purposeful luxury and inspires a global audience to seek the exceptional.

Contact:
MAX FORGIN
Film Escape
+1(561) 260 4762 | max@filmescape.co
www.filmescape.co

Thank You