Beyond the Awards

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Beyond the Awards is the official podcast of the British Wedding Film Festival, featuring conversations with leading wedding filmmakers, nominees, winners and industry voices.

Episodes

  1. S01. EP06. KAS Films - Crafting honest wedding stories

    1 HR AGO

    S01. EP06. KAS Films - Crafting honest wedding stories

    In this episode of Beyond the Awards, we sit down with Katharine from KAS Films, winner of Breakthrough Filmmaker of the Year at the British Wedding Film Festival. Kas shares her unexpected journey from high-pressure TV production to building a thriving wedding filmmaking business in just a few short years. With a documentary-led approach and a deep focus on authentic human moments, her work stands out for its warmth, honesty, and emotional storytelling. We dive into: - How she transitioned from TV into weddings (and why it wasn’t planned) - Developing a distinct creative voice early in her career - The balance between capturing real moments vs. creating “perfect” shots- Managing growth, expectations, and burnout in a fast-moving industry - Why storytelling, emotion, and instinct matter more than gear or trends Plus, we kick things off with one of our favourite segments, Two Truths and a Lie, featuring drones, darts alter egos, and a very unfortunate bollard incident. If you’re a filmmaker looking to find your style, build a sustainable career, or simply tell honest stories, this one’s for you. The British Wedding Film Festival: ⁠⁠⁠⁠britishweddingfilmfestival.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠britishweddingfilmfestival⁠⁠⁠⁠ GUESTS KAS Films: kasfilms.co.uk HOSTS Joce (Lune de Miel Studio): ⁠⁠⁠⁠lunedemielstudio.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Jeff (Jeff Wood Visuals): ⁠⁠⁠⁠jeffwoodvisuals.com

    1hr 10min
  2. Launching the 2026 British Wedding Film Festival

    1 MAY

    Launching the 2026 British Wedding Film Festival

    In this episode, we launch Year 2 of the Festival, building on our mission to redefine excellence in wedding filmmaking and celebrate the craft behind the lens. For 2026, the Festival evolves. With new categories, an expanded judging panel of industry filmmakers and visionaries, and the same uncompromising dedication to storytelling, this year marks a significant step forward for the global wedding filmmaking community. Whether you’re an emerging voice or an established filmmaker, this is your opportunity to have your work recognised on an international stage. Submit your films now:https://www.britishweddingfilmfestival.com/awards-2026 Submissions close 1st December 2026. Join us as we continue to champion the art, craft, and future of wedding filmmaking. The British Wedding Film Festival: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠britishweddingfilmfestival.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠britishweddingfilmfestival⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ HOSTS Joce (Lune de Miel Studio): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lunedemielstudio.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Jeff (Jeff Wood Visuals): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠jeffwoodvisuals.com Laura & Pete (Lawson Films): lawsonfilms.co.uk

    59 min
  3. S01. EP05. The Wild Strawberry - Rethinking modern wedding films

    24 APR

    S01. EP05. The Wild Strawberry - Rethinking modern wedding films

    In this episode of Beyond the Awards, we sit down with the creative force behind The Wild Strawberry, Marisa and Ghislain - the duo who took the industry by storm with their unforgettable, rule-breaking films. Fresh off a standout performance at the awards, where they were both heavily nominated and multi-time winners, Marisa and Ghislain dive into the mindset, risks, and instincts that define their work. From building a brand with zero compromise to completely rethinking what wedding films can look and feel like, this conversation is packed with insight for filmmakers looking to push beyond the expected.We explore their unconventional journey into filmmaking, how they balance documentary storytelling with bold, cinematic ideas, and why trusting your instincts (even when it feels risky) can be the most powerful creative decision you make. They also share how they collaborate as a couple, their unique editing process, and the importance of drawing inspiration from outside the wedding industry.This episode is a must-listen for anyone who’s ever felt stuck in the “template” of wedding filmmaking, and is ready to break free. In this episode, we cover: - The origin story of The Wild Strawberry - Winning big and making a lasting impact at the awards - Creating without compromise (and why it matters) -Blending documentary storytelling with bold creative direction - Building trust with couples to push creative boundaries - Finding inspiration beyond the wedding industry - The realities of working, creating, and editing as a couple If you’ve ever wondered “how do they do it?”, this episode gets you closer to the answer. The British Wedding Film Festival: ⁠⁠⁠britishweddingfilmfestival.com⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠britishweddingfilmfestival⁠⁠⁠ GUESTS The Wild Strawberry: thewildstrawberry.fr HOSTS Joce (Lune de Miel Studio): ⁠⁠⁠lunedemielstudio.com⁠⁠⁠ Jeff (Jeff Wood Visuals): ⁠⁠⁠jeffwoodvisuals.com

    1hr 25min
  4. S01. EP04. Wagtail Productions - How colour tells the story

    17 APR

    S01. EP04. Wagtail Productions - How colour tells the story

    In this episode, we sit down with Ayla from Wagtail Productions, one of the most distinctive visual storytellers in the wedding film world, to explore the creative power of colour as narrative. Ayla shares how colour grading goes far beyond aesthetics, becoming a storytelling device in its own right. We dive into how she builds a visual language for every couple, why no two films should ever feel the same, and how colour can reflect place, mood, architecture, personality, and emotion. Ayla also opens up about her background in the film industry, the discipline that shaped her craft, and the thinking behind creating films that feel entirely bespoke. This is a conversation about cinematography, feeling, and the invisible decisions that make a story resonate. If you’ve ever wondered how colour can shape emotion on screen, this one’s for you. The British Wedding Film Festival: ⁠⁠britishweddingfilmfestival.com⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠britishweddingfilmfestival⁠⁠ GUESTS Wagtail Productions: ⁠wagtailproductions.co.uk HOSTS Joce (Lune de Miel Studio): ⁠⁠lunedemielstudio.com⁠⁠ Jeff (Jeff Wood Visuals): ⁠⁠jeffwoodvisuals.com

    44 min
  5. S01. EP03. MAC Videography - Why sound matters in wedding films

    10 APR

    S01. EP03. MAC Videography - Why sound matters in wedding films

    In this episode of Beyond the Awards, we sit down with Mike from MAC Videography, winner of Best UK Wedding Film, to unpack the creative decisions behind his standout work and why sound design can make or break a wedding film. From subtle foley layers and perfectly timed audio drops, to using natural moments and speech soundbites to heighten emotion, Mike shares how sound acts as the glue that transforms beautiful visuals into unforgettable storytelling. We also dive into: Balancing cinematic direction with documentary storytellingHow sound shapes pace, drama, and emotionCreating films that feel truly personal to each coupleThe reality of creative burnout and finding balance as a full-time wedding filmmaker.This is a must-listen for wedding filmmakers, creatives, and anyone interested in the craft behind emotionally powerful films. The British Wedding Film Festival: ⁠britishweddingfilmfestival.com⁠ Instagram: ⁠britishweddingfilmfestival⁠ GUESTS MAC Videography: macvideography.co.uk HOSTS Joce (Lune de Miel Studio): ⁠lunedemielstudio.com⁠ Jeff (Jeff Wood Visuals): ⁠jeffwoodvisuals.com

    55 min
  6. S01. E02. Plus Two Films - Finding a voice through creative risk

    3 APR

    S01. E02. Plus Two Films - Finding a voice through creative risk

    In this episode of Beyond the Awards, we’re joined by Robin and Rein, the duo behind Plus Two Films. In just two years, they’ve made a huge impact on the industry, winning four awards at the British Wedding Film Festival, including International Filmmaker of the Year and Innovation in Wedding Filmmaking. We talk about how they found their voice so quickly, what inspires their bold creative choices, and how they balance innovation with emotional storytelling. The British Wedding Film Festival: ⁠britishweddingfilmfestival.com⁠ Instagram: ⁠britishweddingfilmfestival⁠ GUESTS Plus Two Films: plustwofilms.com HOSTS Joce (Lune de Miel Studio): ⁠lunedemielstudio.com⁠ Jeff (Jeff Wood Visuals): ⁠jeffwoodvisuals.com

    49 min
  7. S01. EP01. The Wedding Filmmakers - Reaching the top as a filmmaking duo

    27 MAR

    S01. EP01. The Wedding Filmmakers - Reaching the top as a filmmaking duo

    Welcome to Beyond the Awards. To launch the very first episode, we’re joined by the filmmakers who took home British Filmmaker of the Year at the British Wedding Film Festival. Known as The Wedding Filmmakers, Adam and Rachel are a husband-and-wife team creating bespoke films for high-end clients, often working across Europe and documenting large-scale, multi-day celebrations. In this episode, we talk about building a creative voice as a duo, the realities of reaching this level in wedding filmmaking, and what success looks like beyond the recognition. The British Wedding Film Festival: britishweddingfilmfestival.com Instagram: britishweddingfilmfestival GUESTS The Wedding Filmmakers: theweddingfilmmakers.co.uk HOSTS Joce (Lune de Miel Studio): lunedemielstudio.com Jeff (Jeff Wood Visuals): jeffwoodvisuals.com

    51 min
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Beyond the Awards is the official podcast of the British Wedding Film Festival, featuring conversations with leading wedding filmmakers, nominees, winners and industry voices.

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    British Wedding Film Festival
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  • Episodes
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