Stories beyond
the postcard.
Cultural Documentary Studio for Tourism Boards and Brands
that want to stand out
Cultural Perspectives in Documentary Filmmaking
2 paragraphs three photos.
Every project follows a clear process designed to protect cultural integrity and client objectives.
We begin with destination research. History, social context, local sensitivities, and existing narratives are examined before cameras are ever involved.
We then work with the right people. Local experts, cultural practitioners, and community voices who understand the place from the inside.
During production, decisions are guided by context, not spectacle. What we film, how it is framed, and what is left out are all deliberate choices.
In post-production, storytelling stays grounded. No generic travel tropes. No forced narratives. The final film reflects the destination as it is, not as it is marketed elsewhere.
This approach reduces cultural risk and delivers work that remains credible long after the campaign ends.
Signature Projects
A selection of cultural documentary projects shaped through research, context, and local collaboration.
These films were independently produced and self-funded to define our approach before working with partners.
They reflect how we research, collaborate, and represent destinations without compromise.
Chios is deeply known in Greece and quietly overlooked elsewhere. This film follows the people, traditions, and mastic culture that keep the island rooted in everyday life, far from the postcard image of Greek tourism.
A portrait of Amazigh culture, where freedom is more than a word. Through language, symbols, desert resilience, and everyday rituals, the film captures a nomadic way of life shaped by the Sahara.
Research First
We begin with destination research. History, social context, local sensitivities, and existing narratives are mapped before production begins.
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HOW WE WORK
Every project follows a defined process that balances cultural responsibility with strategic objectives.
Local Expertise
We work with local experts, cultural practitioners, and community members who understand the destination from the inside.
Their knowledge informs who we film with, where we film, and how stories are approached. They help us to keep representation accurate and decisions grounded in lived context rather than assumption.
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Context-Led Production
During production, decisions are guided by context, not spectacle.
What we film, how it is framed, and what is left out are deliberate choices informed by research and local insight.
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Grounded Storytelling
In post-production, storytelling remains grounded. Editorial decisions avoid generic travel tropes and forced narrative arcs. The final film aims to reflect the destination as it is, without distortion or exaggeration.
Who we work with
Tourism Boards
& DMOs
We collaborate with organisations who shares our belief that culture deserves to be represented
with care.
We are seeking partnerships with organisations that care deeply about their identity and how it is represented.
We value collaborations bult on shared curiosity, respect, and a desire to create work that goes beyond surface storytelling.
Cultural
Institutions
&
Heritage
Foundations
Airlines
&
Tour Operators
Place-Rooted
Hospitality
Our Commitment
We approach every destination with care, curiosity, and time.
Before filming, we listen. We learn the history, the context, and the people who shape a place, knowing that culture cannot be reduced to visuals alone.
Our commitment is simple: to represent places as honestly as we can, with respect for their complexity and the people who live there.
If you’re thinking about a project and want to explore it together, we’re happy to listen.
