About the Filmmaker

Michael Atkinson

Michael Atkinson is an award-winning adventure filmmaker who captures his extreme solo expeditions with the latest drones and robotic cameras. His cinematic production values, genuine story lines and keen eye for the natural world create an authentic viewer experience.

Before filmmaking, Michael backpacked and hitchhiked around the world, studied science at university, then spent 21 years as an army helicopter pilot, air force airplane pilot and flying instructor. When not flying, Michael moonlighted as a survival instructor, where he was privileged to learn a great deal from the Aboriginal people.

Michael’s skills and experience have always been motivated by the childhood idea that he would one day create adventure films that would capture the true essence of the extreme outdoors, with the goal of celebrating and preserving it.