Apex Films
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Aerial cinematography

Cinematic Aerial Production.

High-end aerial cinematography for automotive, luxury real estate, yachts and commercial productions across Europe.

Credentials

Licensed aerial cinematography.

  • Professional operations

    Professional flight planning and aerial operations for commercial film productions.

  • Production integration

    Experienced working alongside directors, DPs, agencies and production crews.

  • Insured operations

    Professional aerial operations with the required production and operational preparation.

Apex Films showreel — aerial cinematography

Aerial showreel

Showreel

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Selected aerial cinematography across automotive, architecture, marine and commercial productions.

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Selected work

Featured aerial projects

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Automotive aerial cinematography of a vehicle moving through European landscape

Automotive · Europe

Line And Motion

Dynamic automotive tracking through open landscapes — design, road and movement as one idea.

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Marine · Mediterranean

Coastal Form

Cinematic aerial imagery focused on movement, scale and coastline.

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Aerial cinematography of yachts along a Mediterranean coastline

Coastal Form

Commercial · International

Open Terrain

Controlled aerial movement for commercial production — scale, atmosphere and editorial restraint.

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Cinematic aerial landscape footage of open terrain

Open Terrain

Services

Aerial cinematography across disciplines

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Automotive

Dynamic tracking, controlled camera movement and cinematic landscapes for automotive campaigns and branded productions.

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Commercial

Aerial cinematography integrated into advertising, branded content and film productions.

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Why Apex

Why Apex Films

Great aerial cinematography starts long before take-off. Apex Films combines cinematography experience with professional flight planning, clear production communication and reliable execution.

  • Professional operations

    Professional flight planning and aerial operations for commercial film productions.

  • Production integration

    Experienced working alongside directors, DPs, agencies and production crews.

  • Insured operations

    Professional aerial operations with the required production and operational preparation.

  • Cinematic approach

    Camera movement, composition and light come before technical spectacle.

  • European productions

    Available for productions in the Netherlands and across Europe.

Capabilities

Capabilities

A flexible aerial toolkit for commercial, automotive and cinematic productions.

Cinematic aerial
High-resolution stabilised aerial cinematography for professional productions — DJI Mavic 4 Pro.
Dynamic tracking
Controlled camera movement for vehicles and moving subjects, with FPV when the sequence requires proximity.
High resolution
6K capture for campaigns and finishing flexibility.
High frame rate
4K120 options for controlled slow-motion.
Colour workflow
D-Log delivery for professional grading pipelines.
Aerial photography
High-resolution aerial stills for campaigns, architecture and property.

Production

Behind the scenes

Operating independently or integrated into larger commercial film crews.

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FAQ

Questions

Some locations require permits or authorisations. We advise early on what is needed and can coordinate or support the process depending on the production. Share the location and brief for a clear assessment.

Yes. Apex Films is based in the Netherlands and works nationwide, as well as across Europe and on international productions. Travel logistics, local regulations and permitting are planned as part of the production brief.

Yes. Aerial operations are covered with production-appropriate insurance for professional cinematography work.

Yes. Apex Films regularly integrates with directors, DPs, agencies and production crews — or operates independently when the brief calls for a lean aerial unit.

Earlier is better, especially for complex locations, permissions or multi-day schedules. Share the intended shoot date and location and we will confirm what is operationally possible.

Often, yes — subject to local aviation rules, airspace restrictions and the specific site. Urban and sensitive locations are assessed case by case before confirmation.

Apex Films specialises in aerial cinematography. For combined aerial and ground packages, share the brief and we can discuss what fits the production.

Contact

Discuss a production

Tell me about the production, location and intended shoot date. I'll get back to you with availability and what is operationally possible.

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Email

hello@tomknol.nl

Phone

+31646444510

Location

Netherlands — available across Europe and worldwide

Availability

Available for select productions

Typical response within 1–2 business days.