Beyond the Awards

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-2026Submissions 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.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠britishweddingfilmfestival⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HOSTSJoce (Lune de Miel Studio): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lunedemielstudio.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jeff (Jeff Wood Visuals): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠jeffwoodvisuals.comLaura & Pete (Lawson Films): lawsonfilms.co.uk

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

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.com⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠britishweddingfilmfestival⁠⁠GUESTSWagtail Productions: ⁠wagtailproductions.co.ukHOSTSJoce (Lune de Miel Studio): ⁠⁠lunedemielstudio.com⁠⁠Jeff (Jeff Wood Visuals): ⁠⁠jeffwoodvisuals.com

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.com⁠Instagram: ⁠britishweddingfilmfestival⁠GUESTSMAC Videography: macvideography.co.ukHOSTSJoce (Lune de Miel Studio): ⁠lunedemielstudio.com⁠Jeff (Jeff Wood Visuals): ⁠jeffwoodvisuals.com

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.com⁠Instagram: ⁠britishweddingfilmfestival⁠GUESTSPlus Two Films: plustwofilms.comHOSTSJoce (Lune de Miel Studio): ⁠lunedemielstudio.com⁠Jeff (Jeff Wood Visuals): ⁠jeffwoodvisuals.com

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.comInstagram: britishweddingfilmfestivalGUESTSThe Wedding Filmmakers: theweddingfilmmakers.co.ukHOSTSJoce (Lune de Miel Studio): lunedemielstudio.comJeff (Jeff Wood Visuals): jeffwoodvisuals.com