DOCUMENTARY
FILM PRODUCTION

Documentary Production Services

Social Impact Documentaries

Stories that illuminate injustice, celebrate resilience, and inspire collective action.

• Human Rights Documentaries - Amplify marginalized voices and advocate for systemic change

• Education & Empowerment Films - Document programs and initiatives transforming lives through learning

• Environmental Documentaries - Tell urgent stories about climate, conservation, and sustainability

• Health & Medical Narratives - Humanize complex health issues and medical innovation

• Gender Equality Films - Champion women's rights, girls' education, and equal opportunity

• Poverty & Economic Justice - Reveal systemic inequities and solutions that work

 

Character-Driven Documentaries

Follow individuals whose journeys illuminate larger truths about our shared humanity.

• Personal Transformation Stories - Document journeys of growth, healing, and triumph

• Artist & Creator Profiles - Celebrate creative voices and cultural contributions

• Activist & Changemaker Films - Follow those fighting for a better world

• Community Leader Documentaries - Honor unsung heroes driving local impact

• Survivor Narratives - Tell stories of resilience with dignity and power

 

Branded Documentaries

Help corporations and organizations tell authentic stories that build brand authority and emotional connection.

• Corporate Social Responsibility Films - Document your impact initiatives with cinematic quality

• Brand Heritage Documentaries - Tell your origin story and values through documentary storytelling

• Product Innovation Narratives - Show the human side of technological advancement

• Employee & Culture Films - Attract talent and build pride through authentic workplace stories

• Customer Journey Documentaries - Let your users tell the story of transformation

 

Documentary Series Production

Multi-episode storytelling for streaming platforms, broadcast networks, and digital distribution.

• Limited Series Development - 3-10 episode documentary projects with narrative arcs

• Episodic Documentary Series - Ongoing series exploring themes across multiple stories

• Docuseries for Streaming - Content optimized for Netflix, Amazon, Hulu, and specialty platforms

• Broadcast Documentary Series - Network-quality production for television distribution

• Digital Documentary Series - Web-native series designed for YouTube and social platforms

 

Archival & Historical Documentaries

Preserve history and illuminate the past with meticulous research and compelling narrative.

• Historical Event Films - Document significant moments in time with context and perspective

• Archive-Based Storytelling - Bring historical footage and photographs to life through narrative

• Oral History Projects - Capture and preserve first-person accounts before they're lost

• Cultural Heritage Films - Celebrate traditions, languages, and ways of life

• Memorial & Tribute Documentaries - Honor individuals and movements that shaped history

 

Our Documentary Production Process

Development & Research

Every powerful documentary begins with rigorous research and strategic planning.

• Subject and story vetting

• Access negotiation and relationship building

• Treatment and proposal development

• Funding and grant application support

• Ethical considerations and risk assessment

• Distribution strategy planning

 

Pre-Production & Planning

Thorough preparation ensures we capture the right moments with sensitivity and skill.

• Interview preparation and subject coordination

• Location scouting across international territories

• Crew assembly and logistics management

• Equipment planning for diverse filming conditions

• Legal clearances, releases, and permits

• Production schedule and budget management

 

Principal Photography

Our international network enables us to film anywhere, with local cultural insight and technical excellence.

• Multi-location documentary shoots

• Interview cinematography and direction

• Observational cinema and vérité coverage

• B-roll and environmental footage

• Drone and specialty camera work

• Audio recording and sound design capture

 

Post-Production & Story Editing

Where hundreds of hours of footage become a focused, emotionally resonant narrative.

• Story editing and narrative structure

• Interview selection and assembly

• Archival research and licensing

• Motion graphics and animation integration

• Color grading and visual finishing

• Sound design, mixing, and score

• Multiple language versions and subtitling

 

Distribution & Impact Strategy

A film without an audience is just footage. We help ensure your documentary reaches those who need to see it.

• Festival strategy and submissions

• Broadcast and streaming platform sales

• Educational distribution planning

• Community screening coordination

• Social impact campaign design

• Digital marketing and audience engagement

 

Global Network, Local Authenticity

Our international filmmaker network isn't just about geographic reach—it's about cultural authenticity. When we document stories in Sri Lanka, Nepal, Tanzania, or Vietnam, we work with directors, cinematographers, and producers who understand local context, speak the language, and approach their subjects with cultural sensitivity and respect.

This approach yields:

• Authentic access - Trust-based relationships that create intimate storytelling

• Cultural nuance - Stories told with understanding, not outsider perspective

• Local crew expertise - Teams who navigate complex locations and logistics

• Diverse perspectives - Filmmakers whose own experiences enrich the narrative

• Sustainable collaboration - Long-term partnerships that benefit local film communities

 

Why Documentary Matters Now

In an era of misinformation and diminishing attention spans, long-form documentary storytelling remains one of the most powerful tools for truth-telling, empathy-building, and social change.

Documentaries:

• Create lasting impact through emotional connection to real people

• Shift public opinion and influence policy

• Preserve voices and stories that might otherwise be lost

• Build movements by making individual struggles visible

• Generate earned media and cultural conversation

• Serve as educational tools for generations

 

From Festival Premieres to Global Distribution

Whether you're a nonprofit documenting program impact, a foundation funding social change, a brand building authentic connection, or an independent filmmaker with a story that demands to be told—Moonshine Media Group delivers documentary production that honors truth, celebrates humanity, and creates measurable impact.

We've worked across every documentary genre and format: feature-length films, short documentaries, episodic series, branded content, and hybrid animation-documentary projects. Our work has screened at international film festivals, aired on major broadcast networks, streamed on global platforms, and served as catalysts for real-world change.

Have a story that needs to be told? Let's discuss how documentary filmmaking can amplify your mission and move audiences to action.

 

Documentary Film Production Services

• Social Impact & Human Rights Documentaries

• Character-Driven Documentary Features

• Documentary Series & Limited Series

• Branded & Corporate Documentaries

• Educational Documentary Content

• Archival & Historical Films

• Animation-Documentary Hybrids

• Multi-Language Documentary Production

• Global Documentary Filming

• Festival & Distribution Strategy

• Documentary Impact Campaigns

• Grant Application Support