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[CASE STUDY 14] Nationwide Homelessness Charity

EMMAUS BRANDED FILM

Emmaus is a nationwide charity providing a home, a supportive community and meaningful work for people working their way out of homelessness.

Emmaus approached us to create a powerful branded film that captures the true weight of their brand. They needed a narrative that resonated on both a personal and national scale, showing exactly who they are and what they do.

ETHICAL STORYTELLING & COMPANION CARE

We interviewed each participant ahead of the shoot to help write the initial script and storyboard using their own words and ideas, developed with the brand and narrative arc in mind.

3 Locations
Nationwide
Ethical
Storytelling
6 Voices
Companions
Emmaus Branded Film Hero Still
Nationwide Campaign

THE BRIEF

Capturing the true weight of the Emmaus brand through personal and national stories.

Emmaus approached us to create a powerful branded film that captures the true weight of their brand. They needed a narrative that resonated on both a personal and national scale, showing exactly who they are and what they do.

Taking the reins from concept to final cut, we developed a moving, nationwide project that follows the lives of individual companions. By highlighting their personal challenges and triumphs, the film shines a light on the broader, life-changing impact of the Emmaus community.

WHAT WE DID

Handling the entire production lifecycle from concept to final delivery with authenticity and care.

01. Pre-Production & Ethical Storytelling

We practice Ethical Storytelling, making sure to tell contributors’ stories with care. We interviewed each participant ahead of filming to script and storyboard using their own words.

02. Nationwide Production & Scale

Managed a complex shoot across three locations (3 shoot days, 2 contributors per site). Our trusted crew maintained high production values in a comfortable, sensitive environment.

03. Community Integration

Wove real, community-sourced footage alongside cinematic shots, bridging the gap between high-end filmmaking and raw, honest storytelling.

THE PRODUCTION TEAM

Emmaus Branded Film Production

1ST CAMERA, DIRECTOR & EDITOR: Frances Freeman
2ND CAMERA: Daisy Gaston
PRODUCED BY: Built Different Media
Official Brand Film

EMMAUS BRANDED FILM

Watch the official nationwide brand film produced for Emmaus UK.

Emmaus UKNationwide Companion Stories

Working Out of Homelessness

Following companions across three nationwide communities, demonstrating the transformative impact of supportive community living and meaningful work.

Client Testimonials

CLIENT FEEDBACK

We have received a fantastic response from the brand film which Emmaus shared with us:

Emmaus Client Feedback Response 1
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Emmaus Client Feedback Response 2
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Event Screenings

FUNDRAISER SCREENINGS

Capturing moments from partner and community fundraising screenings across the UK.

Fundraiser Screening Event 1
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Fundraiser Screening Event 2
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Fundraiser Screening Event 3
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SHOOT STILLS & GALLERY

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Emmaus Companion Interview Still 2
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Emmaus Community Living Still 3
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Emmaus Companion Workshop Still 4
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Emmaus Community Social Still 5
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Emmaus Companion Portrait Still 6
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Emmaus Enterprise & Work Still 7
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Emmaus Community Life Still 8
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Emmaus Companion Story Still 9
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Emmaus Team & Companions Still 10
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