Griffin Hammond

Innovative, earnest, and insightful, Griffin Hammond is a master of capturing the essence of the human experience in simple and relatable ways. Born in 1980 in Normal, Illinois, USA, Hammond has been active since 2004, predominantly in the documentary genre, with his most renowned work being "Sriracha," a short documentary that has garnered international acclaim and won several awards, including Best Short Film at the NYC Food Film Festival. His authorial style is characterized by a deep sense of curiosity and a knack for making the ordinary extraordinary, often exploring everyday life and culture with a thoughtful and engaging lens. As a person, Griffin Hammond is often described as approachable, earnest, and constantly inquisitive, embodying the same curiosity that drives his filmmaking.