Ascension: When a drift film marks the rise of its director

From a passion for images to making a film

Julien Lepeigneul, also known as Julien Rogue, has built up a unique career in the world of documentary filmmaking, a field in which he has established himself as a talented director. From his early days in the world of drifting and stunt videos, he has combined passion, technicality and emotion, creating a strong visual signature. His ascent, marked by a constant quest for authenticity and emotion, led him to make his first documentary film on the world of drifting, and more specifically on the career of driver Axel François.

First Steps: From Stunt to Drift Videos

The story of Julien Rogue begins in the dynamic and impressive world of stunt riding. Under the name Spooni, he films motorcycle tricks on a wheel, capturing intense moments from the world of motorsports. His mastery of moving cameras and daring angles enables him to immortalize pure adrenalin, marking the start of his career as a videographer.

His early experiences prompted him to diversify. Joining the Weemove project, he became a nightclub photographer, and produced a series of videos chronicling his evolution. This work enabled him to gain expertise, while continuing to capture striking, emotional images.

The Evolution Towards Social and Narrative Art

As his career progressed, Julien Rogue moved away from the world of stunt videos and turned to more committed projects, where he explored the human and social side of video. He creates projects for the Red Cross, seeking to capture the poignant stories of people in difficulty, while tackling themes of solidarity and humanitarian aid.

His passion for emotion takes on a new dimension when he films summer events in Cap d'Agde, covering major music events, including with the world's most famous DJs. Here, he immerses himself in the energy of these events, while retaining a keen eye for the human and emotional aspects of each scene. This is one of his first steps in bringing raw emotion to light through the prism of documentary cinema.

Weddings: Capturing the Essence of Love and Precious Moments

In addition to his social and entertainment projects, Julien has also started making wedding videos. This sector enabled him to perfect his art by capturing moments of great emotional richness. These experiences have made him an expert in intimate images, always on the lookout for the little details that tell big stories. His unique perspective on events has also led him to work in a wide variety of contexts, perfecting his mastery of visual storytelling.

A Committed Filmmaker: Powerful Images in the Service of Art

Julien Rogue's work goes far beyond spectacular images and action videos. His experience covering the Gilets Jaunes protests is a prime example of his commitment to creating art out of moments of crisis. He uses video as a means of capturing social reality, with powerful images that resonate deeply with the viewer. It's this same committed eye for human emotion that he brings to his documentary film work, always seeking to offer an intimate and sincere vision of his subjects.

Le Grand Saut : The making of the documentary film about Axel François

2017 represents a major turning point in Julien Rogue's career. It was the year he embarked on an ambitious documentary film about Axel François, a passionate drift pilot. The project became a childhood dream for Julien, as he entered the world of cinema as a director. His film follows Axel on his competitive journey, from his first skids on the track to his victories and defeats in the ruthless world of drifting.

This documentary becomes much more than a simple immersion in motorsport. It's a metaphor for the quest for self, the fulfillment of a dream and one man's ascent towards his goal. Julien captures not only the technical aspects of drifting, but also the family ties, sacrifices and emotional intensity of an extraordinary human adventure. This film, while a documentary about the sport of motor racing, stands out for its ability to touch the heart of the audience, telling a universal story: that of determination in the face of obstacles, and of the dreams that drive us forward.

A Promising Future in Film

Today, Julien Rogue continues to aim for the heights of documentary cinema. With ever more ambitious projects in the pipeline, he remains true to his storytelling philosophy: capture the essence of emotion and convey it to the audience. His film on Axel François is the cornerstone of a career that, we can be sure, will extend far beyond this first project. Julien Rogue is definitely a director to watch closely, whose vision of cinematic art never ceases to renew itself with unfailing determination.