Finalist at the smiley Charity Awards
A documentary series of films about The Include Choir.
About the Film
Synopsis
The Include Choir is an inclusive community choir that welcomes individuals with and without learning disabilities or autism. The choir aims to provide a friendly environment where members can make friends and practice communication skills. Through community projects, training, and consultancy, The Include Choir uses music, creativity, and fun to teach better inclusion and involvement methods for people with communication difficulties.
The Brief
Objective
The Include Choir approached Agility Films to create a documentary and a social media trailer to raise awareness about the choir’s mission and impact. The goal was to highlight the choir’s inclusive environment, the joy it brings to its members, and the essential role it plays in the community.
The Film
Agility Films produced two key pieces: “The Include Choir Story” and “Impact of The Include Choir.” These films showcased the choir’s activities, the heartfelt experiences of its members, and the profound effect it has on their lives. The documentaries combined interviews, performances, and behind-the-scenes footage to convey the choir’s vibrant and supportive atmosphere, emphasising the importance of communication and inclusion.
Awards
The documentaries received significant recognition, including being finalists in the Smiley Charity Film Awards. This acknowledgment highlights the impactful storytelling and the vital message of inclusion promoted by The Include Choir.
The Crew
Produced & Directed: Lee Mancini
Co-Producer: Penny Sims
Camera: Lee Mancini
Editor: Lee Mancini
Digital Marketing
Key outcomes
The films were released across The Include Choir’s digital platforms, including their website and social media channels. The strategic digital marketing campaign significantly boosted awareness and engagement, highlighting the choir’s mission and attracting new members and supporters. The impactful storytelling resonated with a wide audience, driving positive community involvement and support for The Include Choir’s initiatives.
Client Testimonials
“Lee was able to sensitively and masterfully capture the sheer joy expressed by all those in our choir. Matching the music with the community spirit of the Include choir. His ability to make people feel comfortable in front of the camera was matched by his ability to get the very best out of everyone he interviewed. Being a finalist at the Smiley Charity Awards was a testament to his talent in documentary filmmaking.”