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COTA STUDIOS

Films that build desire.

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Filmmaker-led brand films rooted in the California coast.

We make cinematic brand films and photo campaigns that feel lived-in, emotional, and commercially effective. Led by filmmaker Hayden Garfield, Cota Studios helps lifestyle brands turn product into desire.

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Selected work for brands and projects that value story over stunts.

Directed by Hayden Garfield

I blend documentary truth with cinematic craft—real people, textured light, and stories that linger. I lead every project to keep the work intimate and intentional.

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If you’re interested in a film that actually shifts how your brand is seen, let’s talk.

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