Bringing authentic stories to life through cinema.
An exposé on the plight of female international students that are targetted by predators from within their own communities.
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 STudy
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.
Documentaries play a pivotal role in driving social change by illuminating important issues that often remain unseen or misunderstood in mainstream media.
The artists at Kahani are passionate storytellers, seeking the truth in every narrative.
Our documentaries are crafted to touch hearts and minds, leaving lasting emotional impact on our audiences.
We hold the craft of cinema to the highest standard, creating visual experiences that capture the imaginations of our viewers.
We seek to uplift diverse community voices by fostering relationships to co-create our films with the people who's narratives we are putting to screen with dignity.
We wanted to capture a poetry reading at our office featuring Shane Koyczan. Kahani filmed it like we asked, and then went above and beyond by adding visuals and music that we would never have thought of doing. They went way above-spec and delivered an incredibly powerful video. It gained over 100,000 views in the first week!
Inder was a pleasure to work with and more importantly he understood the vision and importance of our film. He is very professional, artistic in his own vision and executed our project seamlessly in a timely manner, meeting all deadlines while staying within the budget. I recommend him highly for any kind of filming whether it be a practical how to film or a story to be told.
I’ve worked with Kahani on several client projects and each time has been a great experience. One client did not expect to have such an emotional reaction to a video about their products. People were literally crying when the video was shown at the company retreat. This storytelling approach to corporate videos is a sure-fire way for businesses to stand out.
Our Central Communications team absolutely loved it and have been reposting and sharing it on social media since Monday after the video was formally introduced at the conference. From friends and colleagues, I often heard “wow, that makes me want to be a student all over again and go to SFU”. Kudos to you all for a fantastic job, and my deepest appreciation for your flexibility and willingness to collaborate under lots of constraints. Thank you.
Absolutely! We welcome partnerships with organizations and individuals who wish to bring light to important causes or stories. Our collaborative process involves working closely with partners to understand their vision and objectives, ensuring the final documentary aligns with their goals while maintaining our high standards of storytelling and production quality. Contact us to discuss how we can co-create a powerful documentary that meets your needs.
Ethical filmmaking is at the core of our operations. We adhere strictly to guidelines that ensure the dignity and privacy of our subjects are respected. This includes obtaining informed consent, conducting sensitive interviews with care, and representing stories truthfully without exploiting the individuals involved. Our approach ensures that each documentary is produced with integrity and respect for all participants.
Kahani Pictures specializes in producing documentaries that shed light on significant social, environmental, and cultural issues. We are particularly dedicated to telling stories that spark conversations, drive change, and highlight underrepresented communities and topics. Our portfolio includes documentaries on human rights, environmental conservation, and cultural heritage, reflecting our commitment to diverse and impactful storytelling.
Our documentaries can range anywhere from 5 to 90 minutes, allowing us to delve deeply into topics and present a comprehensive view that drives engagement and understanding. In some cases, we've opted to produce a documentary series in order to split longer content into more digestible formats.
We focus on compelling storytelling combined with rigorous research and building deep trust-based relationships to create documentaries that not only inform but also inspire action and change, aligning with your organization’s social impact goals.
Absolutely. Our experienced team is skilled in handling sensitive topics with the respect and dignity they deserve, ensuring that the subjects' integrity and the documentary's impact are preserved.