Mauricio Handler - Producer, DP / Cinematographer
Since the launch of his production company Aquaterrafilms in 2012, Mauricio has created hard to get sequences for the top players in todays broadcast world including, HBO Max, Curiosity Stream, Wildspace, ZDF/ARTE, Netflix, BBC and BBC Science, Rolex, National Geographic, Curiosity Stream, ESPN and CNN.
He is an underwater specialist with extensive surface / long lens experience who also incorporates drones (FAA UAV USA), sliders, lights, underwater scooters and re-breathers to help him bring a cinematic look to productions challenges.
Over the past five years, Mauricio has Executive Produced and Co-Produced his own films including the mini series, World of Oceans and Ocean Secrets as well as The Humboldt Current (Curiosity stream / Off the Fence /HBO.
His latest contribution as underwater DP / Self Shooter recently aired on the CNN Original Series, Patagonia: Life on the Edge of the World, CNN’s first commission into the natural history genre produced by Plimsol, UK.
Together with his wife and business partner Julia, he is currently editing the first episode of their their new series North American Waters.
Julia Handler - Production Manager
As co-owner of Aquaterrafilms, Julia manages all the day to day affairs of the business including production logistics, contracts and accounting as well as shoot planning and story research.
Her keen whit and insight into all things production, allow for the company to move carefully through an ever changing landscape.
Together with Mauricio, they are responsible for Producing and co-producing content, both for other productions as well as their own.
Tristan Shire Handler I - Therapist, Healer, Guru
Tristan is an integral part of Aquaterrafilms. Having modeled professionally for National Geographic Image Collection, Tristan brings a wealth of knowledge and canine perspective into the daily operations of his parents creative company.
His daily presence over the past eleven years keeps everyone grounded in reality and always with a smile