Based near Annecy, in the heart of the French Alps, Mathieu Le Lay is a writer-director of documentary films. He captures the beauty and mystery of the wild with a rare blend of cinematic strength and poetic sensitivity. His evocative eye and immersive visual style bring to life emotional and deeply human stories.
Specializing in nature, adventure and wildlife filmmaking, he explores remote and fragile landscapes. Along his journeys, he meets people who live in harmony with the natural world. From alpine peaks to the silence of northern forests, his films reveal the intimate bond between humans and nature. They invite viewers to slow down, reconnect with their senses, and rediscover a deeper relationship with the living world.
Each project is conceived as a sensory experience. His work blends visual storytelling with authenticity and emotional depth. Guided by an ethical and contemplative approach, Mathieu gives a voice to the natural world. His films combine powerful imagery with carefully crafted sound design, creating atmospheres that resonate long after the screen fades to black.
His documentaries have been screened worldwide and awarded at numerous international film festivals. They speak to a growing audience that is concerned with ecology, conservation, and meaningful human stories. Whether working independently or in collaboration with broadcasters, NGOs, or mission-driven producers, he brings his cinematic expertise to stories that matter.
From his studio in Annecy, he continues to explore new ways of honoring the natural world through film. At the crossroads of art, cinema, and environmental awareness, his work highlights the raw beauty of untamed landscapes. It also encourages a greater sense of wonder, connection, and responsibility. His films are more than visual journeys, they are invitations to feel, reflect, and care.