Documentaries
Our Work
Why you're here
Do you have a powerful story to tell? Whether you're a charity, brand, organisation or individual, a documentary film can bring truth, emotion and depth to the screen. It's a way to engage your audience with something real, lasting and meaningful.
Our Approach
At Tidal Film, our documentary production process begins with listening. We take the time to understand your story, your subject, and the message you want to share. Then we develop a strategy to tell it visually — combining interviews, real-world footage and cinematic storytelling to create an honest, human narrative that resonates. We’re sensitive to the nuances of real-life stories and committed to telling them with respect and care.
We deliver
We create compelling documentary films across Essex, London and the UK, from short-form brand documentaries to longer social impact pieces. Our end-to-end service includes research, development, filming, editing, and post-production. Whether your documentary is destined for social media, internal use, TV or film festivals, we make sure it’s crafted with purpose and polish and most importantly, that it connects.
Frequently Asked Questions
We produce a wide range of documentaries including brand documentaries, charity stories, social impact films, case studies, and human-interest pieces. Whether it's short-form or long-form, we tailor each project to your goals and audience.
Yes - we work with clients across Essex, London, and throughout the UK. Wherever your story is based, we’re ready to travel to capture it with care and creativity.
The timeline varies depending on the length and complexity of the project. Typically, a short-form documentary takes 4–8 weeks from planning to delivery. Longer or more in-depth pieces may require more time for research, filming, and editing.
Absolutely. Our team works with you from the earliest stages to identify the core message, narrative arc, and key contributors. We help you shape the story so it’s clear, compelling, and emotionally engaging.
Pricing depends on factors like duration, filming locations, number of shoot days, and post-production needs. We offer customised quotes to suit a range of budgets while ensuring a professional, high-quality outcome. Usually prices for a documentary style film can start from around £3,500.
We work with charities, NGOs, businesses, educational institutions, and individuals. From grassroots causes to global brands, we tell stories that matter -no matter the size or sector of the organisation.
Content creation with purpose.
What Our Customers Say
From the outset, the Main Media team understood our aim to add storytelling to the project experience. The team went over and above for Havens Hospices. They took time to understand the cause and why it matters to our community, which shone through the final films.
Amy Dearing / Director of Fundraising & Marketing
The entire process, from start to finish, was seamless, thanks to the efforts of the whole Main Media team. What stood out most was how well they understood our brand and how they made the families involved in filming feel at ease.
Alicia Bannister / Marketing and Communications
The team was incredibly friendly, and I had complete confidence in their ability to deliver the vision we had in mind. They fully understood Ipeco and it was clear they connected with our brand, which made the entire process smooth and enjoyable. We couldn’t be happier with the final result.
Jenna Starr / Marketing Manager
The whole team are professional and friendly, their approach helps even the most nervous people feel at ease and they produce heartfelt authentic results.
Sarah Carter / Marketing Manager
From the outset, the team demonstrated a real understanding of our vision. They brought a high level of creativity, professionalism, and attention to detail, consistently offering valuable ideas and suggestions throughout the process.
Greg Rawles / Marketing Manager
Simply, they know exactly what they are doing. Give them the brief and they do the rest. No fuss and the end result is always professional and well executed.
Denise Rossiter / CEO
The team are brilliant. They are creative and so easy to work with. They find solutions to problems and ill thought out filming areas (Science Museum flashback!). They turn things around really quickly, are very high quality, provide creative input and are really cost competitive. They are also adept at working with people at all levels and making even the most nervous interviewee feel comfortable
Jillian Murphy / Marketing and Communications
Trusted By Brands, Made For People
We've worked for companies across the UK - but it's the individuals behind the brands that matter most. Every video we create is a collaboration, crafted to connect with real people and spark real impact.
Let’s Make Waves Together - Powerful Video Starts Here
Powerful stories don’t just blend in, they stand out through impactful video production. At Tidal Film, we specialise in creating films that connect with your audience, spark conversations, and leave a lasting impression across the UK.
