Projects that inspire. challenge. amaze. change lives. matter.

We are a media & communications studio focused on changing the world with story.

In our media dominated age, stories needs the right environment to truly make an impact. We are rebuilding the documentary landscape through interactive events and experiences that connect people deeply with stories.

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Services

We focus on a few large projects each year while supporting many clients as advisors and consultants year-round.

Media Production

We can film, record, produce, and edit just about anything you need - or any combination of these.

Impact Campaigns

Our campaigns have changed laws, policies and lives. This is our specialty to make a difference.

Project Consulting

We work with all types of clients to enhance their messaging, design projects, and raise funds.

Partners we've worked with:

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Dana Sargent
Dana Sargent
★★★★★
Executive Director of Cape Fear River Watch
Dedicated, talented team of filmmakers who have not only the skills but also the connections to make things happen. But most importantly, their work is rooted in justice, empathy and heart.
Dr. Graham Peaslee
Dr. Graham Peaslee
★★★★★
Professor Emeritus at University of Notre Dame
Elijah is a remarkable young filmmaker and communicator of science to the public. With dedication they dive into the societal issues that are important and is able to make documentaries that are both accessible to the broader public and yet maintain their scientific accuracy and completeness. This is not an easy task. I have had the honor of working with Elijah on PFAS in firefighting gear and their documentary "Burned" and I witnessed their efforts and results first-hand. I look forward to seeing their future works come out - they are very talented.
Eric Johnson
Eric Johnson
★★★★★
Senior Vice President at Trailblazer Studios
I serve on the Board of the Southern Documentary Fund and have had the pleasure of hearing Elijah speak at a few of the events we sponsor. Elijah is a dynamic and knowledgable speaker, meticulous in their efforts to gather pertinent information and very gifted at connecting with audiences.
Mark Ruffalo
Mark Ruffalo
★★★★★
Actor & Producer
It has been an honor to work with Ethereal Films as a producer for BURNED and GENX. They are a fiercely passionate group of young change makers and I'm amazed by what they've done to fight corporate greed. Forever Chemical contamination affects every person on this planet but our ability to come together is exactly how we beat the businesses at their own game, and this team gets that.
Bonnie Cutler
Bonnie Cutler
★★★★★
Emmy-winning Editor & Producer
Great respect goes to Elijah and their team at Ethereal Films. Telling real stories, with heart and honesty and yes, style. Eli's dedication to their craft and to social issues is admirable--they're a tireless communicator and great problem solver. I would highly recommend them to take on any project--large or small.
Erika Check Hayden
Erika Check Hayden
★★★★★
Director of Science Communication Program at UC Santa Cruz
Elijah did a great job speaking about their mission, and about the nuts and bolts of documentary storytelling at our virtual plenary at the 2024 ScienceWriters meeting. Their sincerity and passion for their craft and for their subjects shined through. They are a dedicated, skilled and impactful communicator.
Edward Kelly
Edward Kelly
★★★★★
General President of the International Association of Firefighters
We’re grateful to Ethereal Films for their important work raising awareness about the toxic dangers manufactured into our gear.
Susan Haws
Susan Haws
★★★★★
Executive Director at Insight Colearning Center
Elijah is an engaging speaker who captures their audience with authentic stories and provides real insights into how daily experiences add up to meaningful life events. We invited Elijah to speak at our high school commencement ceremony. They spent time in the months prior to the event getting to know our school and community by observing and by talking with the future graduates to learn more about their interests and aspirations. They shared a personal story that was interesting, unique, inspiring, and straight from the heart. I highly recommend working with Elijah if you have the opportunity.
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