Beyond the Awards

S01. EP.08. Molehill Media - Turning interviews into real stories

This week on Beyond the Awards, we’re joined by Alex from Molehill Media, known for his interview-led documentary wedding films and winner of Best Use of Sound Design at the Beyond the Awards Festival. Alex shares how a deeply personal experience at his own wedding inspired his now-signature documentary style, built around interviews, real conversations, and immersive sound. From interviewing parents and grandparents to uncovering unexpected stories from guests, Alex explains why real voices can become the most valuable part of a wedding film years later. The conversation also dives into the practical side of this style: building trust with guests, handling overwhelming amounts of dialogue in the edit, and balancing creativity with the emotional responsibility of documenting people’s lives. Along the way, we chat about finding your own filmmaking identity, learning from international creators, the pressure that comes with awards success, and why being different matters more than following trends. The British Wedding Film Festival: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠britishweddingfilmfestival.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [britishweddingfilmfestival.com] Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠britishweddingfilmfestival⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/britishweddingfilmfestival/] GUESTS Molehill Media: molehillmedia.com [https://www.molehillmedia.com/] HOSTS Joce (Lune de Miel Studio): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lunedemielstudio.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.lunedemielstudio.com/] Jeff (Jeff Wood Visuals): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠jeffwoodvisuals.com⁠ [https://www.jeffwoodvisuals.com/]

S01. EP07. JGVP - Creating films that stay with you

In this episode of Beyond the Awards, we’re joined by Jordan from JGVP, winner of Best Storytelling at the British Wedding Film Festival, to unpack what really makes a wedding film resonate. Jordan breaks down his approach to crafting films that go beyond aesthetics, focusing instead on narrative, emotion, and meaning. From the way he shoots to how he edits, everything is built around telling a story that actually lasts. We dive into: - What “storytelling” really means in wedding filmmaking - How to find the narrative in any couple’s day - Why emotion will always outlast trends and visuals - The difference between a beautiful film and a meaningful one - How to build films that people come back to years later If you want to move beyond just capturing moments and start telling stories that matter, this episode is packed with insight you can apply straight away. The British Wedding Film Festival: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠britishweddingfilmfestival.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [britishweddingfilmfestival.com] Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠britishweddingfilmfestival⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/britishweddingfilmfestival/] GUESTS JGVP Films: ⁠jgvp.co.uk/ [https://www.kasfilms.co.uk/] HOSTS Joce (Lune de Miel Studio): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lunedemielstudio.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.lunedemielstudio.com/] Jeff (Jeff Wood Visuals): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠jeffwoodvisuals.com [https://www.jeffwoodvisuals.com/]

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 [britishweddingfilmfestival.com] Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠britishweddingfilmfestival⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/britishweddingfilmfestival/] GUESTS KAS Films: kasfilms.co.uk [https://www.kasfilms.co.uk/] HOSTS Joce (Lune de Miel Studio): ⁠⁠⁠⁠lunedemielstudio.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.lunedemielstudio.com/] Jeff (Jeff Wood Visuals): ⁠⁠⁠⁠jeffwoodvisuals.com [https://www.jeffwoodvisuals.com/]

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 [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 [britishweddingfilmfestival.com] Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠britishweddingfilmfestival⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/britishweddingfilmfestival/] HOSTS Joce (Lune de Miel Studio): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lunedemielstudio.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.lunedemielstudio.com/] Jeff (Jeff Wood Visuals): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠jeffwoodvisuals.com [https://www.jeffwoodvisuals.com/] Laura & Pete (Lawson Films): lawsonfilms.co.uk [https://www.lawsonfilms.co.uk/]

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 [britishweddingfilmfestival.com] Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠britishweddingfilmfestival⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/britishweddingfilmfestival/] GUESTS The Wild Strawberry: thewildstrawberry.fr [https://www.thewildstrawberry.fr/] HOSTS Joce (Lune de Miel Studio): ⁠⁠⁠lunedemielstudio.com⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.lunedemielstudio.com/] Jeff (Jeff Wood Visuals): ⁠⁠⁠jeffwoodvisuals.com [https://www.jeffwoodvisuals.com/]