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 coupleIf you’ve ever wondered “how do they do it?”, this episode gets you closer to the answer.The British Wedding Film Festival: ⁠⁠⁠britishweddingfilmfestival.com⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠britishweddingfilmfestival⁠⁠⁠GUESTSThe Wild Strawberry: thewildstrawberry.frHOSTSJoce (Lune de Miel Studio): ⁠⁠⁠lunedemielstudio.com⁠⁠⁠Jeff (Jeff Wood Visuals): ⁠⁠⁠jeffwoodvisuals.com