ThroughFilm.

12/09/2025

We’ve loved spending time recently with Cultivate Tees Valley as they kick off fundraising for their exciting new venture: Pipe Dream Farm 🌱

Set on a 25-acre plot that’s just waiting to be transformed for the good of the community, Pipe Dream Farm is a vision grounded in the incredible impact Cultivate is already known for. (Did somebody say 2024 recipient of The King’s Award for Voluntary Service? 👑)

One of the things we love most about what we do is the chance to pause between filming, have a natter, share a laugh, and hear the inspiring stories of resilience from the people at the heart of it all. Over a few sessions, we had the privilege of capturing some truly heartwarming stories that show exactly why Cultivate’s vision for a bigger growing space is such a no-brainer.

Each visit left our cup feeling full – there’s something special about the combination of tranquil growing spaces and the warmth of Cultivate’s community (as well as getting to take a bucket full of freshly picked veg home to whack in your tea).
🥒🫛🫜🌽🍅

But the best bit? Since filming, Cultivate has already secured some of the funding needed to bring this dream to life. We're so excited to see this develop. Onwards and upwards! 💚

10/09/2025

Ah yes, a bit of ThroughFilm nostalgia to kick start your mid-week morning.

On a serious note though, isn't googling synonyms of words you like the unwritten rule (or maybe it HAS been written? idk) of developing a business name?🧐

Which ones your fav?😂

28/08/2025

We’ve recently had quite a few chats about potential funding bid projects which makes us really excited🥰 We’re enjoying stepping into that area of our business…

So if you have an idea brewing and want to run it past us or, even better, collaborate on one, give us a shout.

Our inbox is open📥

28/08/2025

Our latest campaign video⬇️💡

25/08/2025

❗️Importance of representation❗️

Listen to Irene from Ubuntu Multicultural Centre CIC tell us about the impact of John getting elected as a local councillor, it’s bloody wonderful.

You can’t be what you can’t see.

22/08/2025

Lots of grassroots organisations & charities are working beyond their measures to ensure their services are accessible STRAIGHT AWAY. Right when the need is there. No waiting lists, no hesitation, they’re always available.

But at what cost?

We hear so many stories of selflessness and resilience, and in the perfect world they’d all be fully supported and able to access the necessary funding to keep them going❤️

Support your local voluntary sector orgs, especially now, when the demand for their services is so high and the funding so hard to obtain.

20/08/2025

Sometimes you have to whack some lights on to slightly amplify the light around you.

Sometimes you just have to take advantage of the gorgeous natural light because it’s a slay.

And sometimes you actually just have to fake it by flickering colourful lights to make it look like glare from a TV.

No TV? No problem.

Whatever the case, we’ve got you💡

15/08/2025

Earlier this year we interviewed Rob from hoot creative arts who so beautifully articulated why creativity is so powerful. What are your thoughts?

13/08/2025

08/08/2025

Listen, we can see how AI has its place, but does it have a place in creativity?🤨

This conversation is only scratching the surface of what can be said about it, please feel free to add your thoughts below, we'd really love to hear them.

What we shoot is not only an extension of what your eyes see, but also what our hearts are feeling, which I'm sure goes for a lot of different types of arts.

We hope that emotion comes through the work that we do, so how can we stay on top of our game and move with the times, implementing AI? Or do we even want to?👀

07/08/2025

You think we sat in such close proximity to each other for fun?

Nah.

We took an opportunity during a lunch break to film one of our conversations about Ai, and this shoot set up was designed for a one person interview. But as always, we made it work💁🏻‍♀️

We’re still very awkward in front of the camera, but watch this space because we’re doing it anyway, and the full video will be posted ✨T O M O R R O W✨

31/07/2025

We make films differently to others. That might be a bold statement, but when you commission work with us, you’re not just telling your story, you’re helping to elevate theirs…

It means you can be a part of something bigger🫶🏼

We’re always so inspired when we look back on the people we’ve filmed. No matter where in the country we’ve been, and no matter what topics we’ve covered, the core message has always remained the same - we’re stronger when we’re together.

Do you agree?

Commission with purpose, commission with us.

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Caring and Sharing Charity Organisation
Eastern Ravens Trust
Red Balloons
Saabat Gallery
Excel Women's Centre CIC
Ubuntu Multicultural Centre CIC
Awakening Minds
BACP Rochdale
Spring Community Hub
Catalyst Stockton
Carers Network
Cultivate Tees Valleyy
Teesside Vineyard Church
Leo’s
African Development and Advocacy Centre
Hart Gables LGBT
Amal Project Teesside
Tees Valley Peer Support Network
South Tees Wellbeing Network