The Kahani Approach blends award-winning documentary filmmaking with decades of expertise in corporate purpose and social impact, crafting stories that inspire change.
We choose human experiences over trends.
Consumers say that they buy and advocate for organizations based on shared values.
Employees say that having a societal impact is a strong expectation when considering a job.
People believe that organizations promoting shared interests can bring us together.
Our team combines expert storytelling with high-quality cinematic techniques to create documentaries that not only educate but also provoke thought and inspire action.
"If your pictures aren't good enough, you're not close enough." - Robert Capa
Learn MoreQualitative Proof
The stories we capture will give your stakeholders the social and emotional proof that your impact is working within community spaces.
Cinematic Quality
Our films are made with artistry so that they resonate deeply for ages. We're not interested in boring and disposable content.
Impactful Storytelling
We focus on narratives that drive impact and awareness. This takes building trust and honouring our film's subjects with dignity and respect.
Brand Differentiation
Documentaries offer a unique medium to distinguish your brand in a competitive market. No one can steal your authentic story.
Content that Lasts
Rich, in-depth documentaries remain relevant and continue to engage audiences for years. We focus on real stories for real people, not algorithms.
Community Leadership
Documentaries about social impact opens doors to partnerships with non-profits, educational institutions, and other organizations.
We produce short-form videos, social media content, and brand showreels that resonate with your target audience.
Our content is designed to not only capture attention but also to convey your brand's values and mission effectively, ensuring that each piece of content aligns with your strategic goals.
“Make it simple, but significant.” – Don Draper
Learn MoreCustomized Messaging
Ensure your message resonates strongly with your target audience, reinforcing your brand’s position as a leader in social impact.
Cross-Platform Integration
Each asset is designed to fit within the ecosystem of its platform. Maximize reach and engagement across different audience segments.
Emotional Engagement
Strengthen brand loyalty and encourages shares and discussions online. We tell stories about people that make them think, laugh, cry, and feel.
Analytical Insights
We collect metrics, quantitative and qualitative, to provides valuable data to refine strategies and improve ROI.
Visionary Narratives
Enhances brand reputation and attract like-minded consumers and partners that prioritize CSR.
Community Building
Build a dedicated and engaged community around your brand, leading to increased customer retention and advocacy.
We get to the core of your story by fostering relationships.
We uplift diverse community voices with dignity and respect.
We engage your audience with content that touches hearts an minds.
We’ve had the delight of working with the creative minds at Kahani Pictures for several years now and feel absolutely confident in their ability to understand our marketplace and offer brilliant and unique ideas that speaks to the ethos of our brand.
Collaborating with the Kahani team has been an absolute joy. We're thrilled with how our videos turned out—they're really helping us tell our story in a more powerful way and connect with diverse audiences. Plus, they've been super helpful with grant applications, playing a key role in us securing innovation funding to expand our work. Couldn't have asked for better partners!
Kahani Pictures delivered. Being a non profit on a very limited budget, they generously went that extra mile for us to deliver a thought provoking and engaging video. They told our story with heart.
See Our Work
Kahani’s award-winning documentary films have contributed to impact campaigns that have made a difference; from changing legislation to driving community action.
Trophy
For years, the practice of killing grizzly bears for sport, known as trophy hunting, has been legal and sanctioned by the government of B.C.
Case StudyExonerated
Kwame Ajamu spent 24 years in prison wrongfully accused. In this harrowing retelling of his story, we explore the complexity of the American death penalty.
Case StudyWild Hearts
Less than 2,000 wild horses remain in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. And yet, every year they are at risk of round ups, culls, and slaughter.
Case STudyMore films:
Cordera
A bi-polar artist reflect on his journey to recovery.
Places
A poetic introspective into our collective apathy.
I Dream as a Mother
When this mother didn't agree with culturally biased literature in school, she made her own reading curriculum.
A Continuous Journey
Remembering the plight of the passengers of the Komagata Maru.
Our Passion Project
Vancouver has a reputation for being boring. We think that couldn’t be further from the truth. These are stories you would only hear through the grapevine, brought to life through beautiful films.
See moreHoop Dancing
More episodes:
Hello Yellow
Making Vancouver friendlier, one conversation at a time.
Highline
Gerald reflects on life while attempting to improve his highlining abilities.
Relic Hunter
Tom is an artist turned relic hunter as he tries to save Vancouver, literally.
Hum and do no Harm
A choir teacher is called to lead in the wake of George Floyd's murder in the midst of a pandemic that tells her she can't sing.
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Other Services
The creative minds at Kahani Pictures are eager to find new collaborators. If you’re curious about some of the ways that video production could benefit your brand, here are some of our ad-hoc service offerings.
Showcase the vision and passion behind your brand with a cinematic experience, perfect for your website and conference events.
Designed with emotional storytelling, our commercials create memorable experiences that stand out in digital ads and social media campaigns.
Transform an experience into visual artistry with our expert videography services. Capturing events, occasions, and experiences to build brand legacy.
From head shots to product shots, a refreshing photoshoot will elevate your brand’s appeal.
I’ve spent over a decade as a video marketing expert in Vancouver for big brands and have come to realize something very important.
In this day of marketing automation and trend chasing, real artful storytelling is the most effective way to reach hearts and minds.
We are helping companies connect to their audience in a unique way – through impactful videos.
If you’re someone that appreciates the value in beautiful films, then we should collaborate.
