Peter Pilafian

Peter Pilafian worked in the camera and sound departments of film productions. Pilafian is credited as part of the sound team for the 1970 film Gimme Shelter. The role involved capturing and assembling audio elements that supported the film’s visual narrative.

Pilafian later served as Director of Photography for the 2004 film Riding Giants. In this role, Pilafian was responsible for overseeing the visual recording of the documentary, including camera operation, lighting, and shot composition. The film focuses on the culture and history of big-wave surfing, and Pilafian’s work contributed to its documentary style.