Participatory

Whether for oral history projects, conferences, reports, evaluation or consultation, film is a great source for gathering information. Participatory films are empowering for those taking part and an effective tool for audiences, commissioners and practitioners. We can work in whatever format works best for your project.

It could mean having a designated filming room at conferences or workshops giving participants the opportunity to have their say. We can even edit the footage on the spot to show at the end of the day. The process makes delegates feel listened to and the day more memorable, reflective and productive.

We have also produced consultation films on focussed themes such as housing, health and the environment. We film in appropriate locations and centres and because we are skilled in interviewing, we are able to quickly make people feel relaxed so they can easily talk about issues. Subjects taking part are often involved in the editing process.

Evaluation films are a great way of documenting projects and accessing further funding. We have filmed groups of people as well as individuals discussing the outcomes and what they have learnt. The films creatively and intimately show the impact of projects and how it has affected those taking part.

For oral history and life stories projects, we work with individuals and groups to sensitively tell their stories in ways that best suit them. We have worked with carers, elders and young people in this way. As well as subjects talking, they have also used poetry, photography, art, music and dance to tell their stories.