True stories, told in a thrilling way by our production in Berlin.
We have already worked together with these and other customers on a basis of trusting cooperation to produce documentary formats:
A documentary is a non-fictional film that presents ‘real life’ on screen. We support you in exploring, clarifying or analysing complex topics in depth. With its realistic insights, the documentary film enables you to tell the personal stories of your protagonists in an artistic and entertaining way. In our documentary film productions, we combine authentic storytelling with a production process in which we consider mobility, technology, energy, catering and digital workflows from the planning stage onwards. Our writers help to ensure that each documentary is not only informative but also emotionally touching.
A documentary is ideal if you want to explore a specific topic in depth. It allows you to shed light on socially relevant issues in a creative way, combining knowledge and experience. By presenting social and human aspects, it encourages viewers to reflect and promotes understanding of different perspectives. This makes the documentary a valuable medium for important discussions in our society.
PAEDIATRICIANS INTERLAKEN | CHILDESSENCE
GIZ & RNE | AND NOW… THE BIODIVERSITY ROAD TRIP – EPISODE 1/6
DIE GRÜNE FILMAGENTUR | THE GREEN CUT
WINDRAT | THE WIND TURN: A PRACTICAL APPROACH – EPISODE 2/6
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We analyse your information in detail. This is followed by the research and dramaturgical development of your documentary film.
Together we will develop the optimal process for your documentary film production with a great deal of creativity.
We can create your own documentary – from the shoot to the post-production and the completed film.
As soon as your documentary is finished, we will be happy to support you with the publication and find the appropriate marketing measures.
A documentary film is created in the following steps: topic development and research, followed by planning and preparation for shooting. The director plays a crucial role in realising the vision of the film. Filming can take place over long periods of time because real events are being documented. The editorial team ensures that all content is carefully selected and prepared. This is followed by post-production, where the film is edited, soundtracked and colourised. We transparently coordinate each phase with you to optimally shape the direction.
The length of a documentary can vary greatly depending on whether it is produced for social media or for cinema and television. Short documentaries (e.g. for YouTube) usually last between ten and 40 minutes, while TV documentaries are usually between 45 and 60 minutes long and cinema documentaries between 90 and 120 minutes.
Film production usually takes several months to a year, depending on the subject matter, the depth of research and the required shooting days. We work flexibly to create realistic schedules.
Costs vary depending on the scope and duration of the production. Smaller documentary film projects start at €4,500 net, while more elaborate productions incur higher costs. We will prepare a suitable offer for you based on your requirements and budget.
We consider environmental aspects from the planning stage onwards and incorporate them into decisions about mobility, technology, energy, catering and production workflows. For our productions, we consistently use electric mobility as well as rail and public transport, work with LED lighting technology and use certified green electricity. Catering on set is vegetarian or vegan.
Our Green Film Consultant supports the production planning and helps us assess the environmental impact of the production. We also calculate the carbon footprint of every production, allowing us to document the CO₂ emissions associated with your documentary film.
Transparency is an important part of our production process. Our Green Film Consultant supports the environmental planning and carbon footprint assessment of our productions. For larger productions, we prepare both an initial carbon footprint estimate and a final carbon footprint assessment; for smaller productions, we prepare at least a final assessment.
This allows us to document the CO₂ emissions associated with each production and to identify relevant sources of emissions. The final carbon footprint assessment provides a transparent overview of the emissions generated during the production.
Documentary films thrive on authentic stories, and your perspective is crucial. You have a major say in the development of the topic, the core messages and the design, so that the film conveys exactly your vision.
Die Grüne Filmagentur is a mix of creative minds and filmmakers who enjoy making great documentaries for you. What unites us all: we are convinced that a better world is possible – and that includes film and video production.
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