Stories that move us. Forward.

NOW SCREENING

A SHORT DOCUMENTARY

A STORY ABOUT LIFE, LOSS, AND WHAT IT TAKES TO SAVE A SPECIES.

Luminaries

for GSV Summit

Luminaries is a series about people who have challenged and shaped the field of education.

Produced for GSV Summit, each episode tells the story of an inspiring leader and recognizes them for their impact. Each was screened live at GSV Summit as part of GSV’s annual Lifetime Achievement Award event.

By highlighting the values, challenges, accomplishments, and lessons of leaders in the field we can continue their legacy and inspire the next generation.

Stories of Impact

for BEST and the George Kaiser Family Foundation

At BEST (Birth Through Eight Strategy For Tulsa) the focus is on ensuring that young children and families have what they need to break the intergenerational cycle of poverty and to thrive.

Each film in this series highlights different ways that partners and organizations are coming together to create a better Tulsa for everyone.

“How to Eat an Elephant” and “One Cohort at a Time” focuses on the inspiring work of the Community Advisory Group. This group of committed citizens of Tulsa are tirelessly organizing to propose policy solutions to the issues affecting them and their communities most.

By focusing on the stories of community members working to make their city better, we share lessons and inspire others to work for change in their communities.

Good Work Deserves Good Storytelling

A good story can change the world. That’s why values-driven organizations and brands trust us with theirs.

Impact through stories.

About:

Joel Serin-Christ | Founder

Joel Serin-Christ is a documentary filmmaker with a background in storytelling for marine conservation, education, and social justice.

In 2023, Joel launched Collective Focus Films. Our mission is to make impact-driven documentary films and branded video for organizations whose work moves us toward a more just, equitable, and sustainable future. 

Recognition:

GROWS.

That which you focus on,

Our stories have brought focus to the inspiring work of dozens of organizations, including:

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A good story can change the world.

We want to help you tell yours.