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Documentary · Alberta & the NWT

Longer stories, told with the time they deserve.

Longer stories with the time and care they need.

Pumpjacks silhouetted against an orange sunset in Norman Wells

About this service

Some stories can’t be told in two minutes: a century of operations coming to a close, a highway that could reshape a region, a year of learning across five communities. Our documentary work is cinematic but grounded in real voices and real places.

We don’t force a rigid script. We plan carefully, film across seasons when the story needs it, and let the strongest moments shape the film. Archival photos and footage can be woven in to connect past and present.

Who it’s for

Organizations marking a milestone or legacy, Indigenous governments sharing a position or history, and programs that need to explain something complex to the public, regulators or funders.

What’s included

  • Story development and narrative direction
  • Research and archival review
  • Multi-day or multi-season filming
  • Interviews with the people who shaped the story
  • Editing, colour grading and sound design
  • Graphics and titles
  • Short versions for social and presentations
Typical timeline

About 2–6 months

Longer films often follow the seasons, from winter ice to summer access, so the schedule follows the story.

How it works

How we work
  1. 01

    Listen

    We start with your people, not a script.

  2. 02

    Earn trust

    We take the time a story needs before the camera comes out.

  3. 03

    Find what matters

    We look for the true line, not the polished one.

  4. 04

    Craft the film

    We cut it with care, and we hit the deadline.

This video is INCREDIBLE!! I can’t believe we have this historic footage to use. The music, the message – very emotional with all the pride feels.
Engagement Manager, Norman Wells Closure VentureImperial

Questions

Can you use our old photos and footage?

Yes. Archival material is often the heart of a legacy film. We review what you have early and plan how to use it.

How long is a typical documentary?

Most of ours run 5 to 15 minutes, with shorter versions for social and presentations.

Will the film work for both internal and public audiences?

We plan for that from the start, keeping the story honest while staying aligned with your communication standards.

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Have a story worth telling?