Paul Diffley

Paul Diffley is a documentary filmmaker and cameraman based in Edinburgh, Scotland. His work is rooted in long-term access, trust, and lived experience, often in environments where judgement, relationships, and responsibility matter as much as technical skill. He has spent over two decades working across outdoor and expedition environments, intimate observational documentaries, and sensitive real-world stories. This experience has shaped a practice grounded in careful observation, accuracy, and respect for the people and contexts at the heart of the work. Paul approaches documentary filmmaki…