Welcome to
Breaking Forth
Have a story to share? Let us bring it to life! At Breaking Forth, we create authentic, high-quality films that capture the heart of real kiwi stories across New Zealand. From Feature Documentaries, TV Commercials and Corporate Films, we handle every step. Bringing your story to life.
Breaking Forth is a New Zealand film production company built around good people and good stories.
From documentaries and commercials to branded films and social content, we handle the process from start to finish.
As a small, hands-on team, we work closely with you to understand your story and create something that feels true to you and your people.
What is Breaking Forth
What is Breaking Forth
Breaking Forth is a New Zealand film production company built around good people and good stories.
We make documentaries, commercials, branded films, social content and more. From the first idea through to filming, editing and final delivery, we handle the whole process and bring the right people together to make it happen.
We're a small, hands-on team, which means you work directly with us throughout the production. We take the time to understand what you're trying to say, then create something that feels true to you and your people.
OUR
TEAM
We’re a team of filmmakers who met during our studies and discovered an instant passion for telling real stories which guides our work.
LATEST PROJECTS
Check out some of our latest work from documentaries, mini docs, safety videos and more!
FROM THE GROUND UP
J Swap - 2025
LIFE ON THE FARMS
J Swap - 2026
Ad Campaign
Safer Farms - 2026
Crusher Plant Product Overview
Mimico - 2026
Safer Farms AD Campaign 2026
Safer Farms
Ad Campaign 2026
Company Video/Mini Doc
- 3-20 Minute Shorts
- 1-5 Day Shoots
- Overview of a business area
- Delivery 2-4 Weeks
- Great for YouTube/Social Media
Feature Documentary
- 30-60 Minute Film
- 2 Week Shoot Including Interviews
- Full Legacy and Story Coverage
- Delivery 3-6 Months
- Trailer Included
Other Packages
- Photography Bonus
(100 Edited Digital Photos)
- Company Safety Videos
- Short Form Bonus
(5-10 short form videos)
- Advertisements/Commercials
Other Packages
- Photography Bonus
(100 Edited Digital Photos)
- Company Safety Videos
- Short Form Bonus
(5-10 short form videos)
- Advertisements/Commercials
Legacy Documentaries
- Trailer to promote the full documentary
- Interviews with key personnel and team members
- Archived material is presented throughout the film
- 1–2 week production period (on-location filming)
- Delivery within 3–6 months
- Shot in premium 4K resolution, suitable for television
- Highlights of operations, current initiatives, team culture, and achievements
- Cinematic visuals and sound design
Legacy & Business Profile Documentaries (20–60 Minutes) tell the story of a company’s journey, from its origins and defining milestones to the people who shaped it, while also highlighting its current operations, team culture, and recent achievements.
Add a Title
Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles.
Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles.
Add a Title
Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles.
Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles.
OUR SERVICES
OUR CLIENTS
We believe every client is a valuable long-term partner.
OUR SERVICES
Trusted Clients
Legacy Documentary Package
✔ Full-length documentary
✔ Interviews
✔ Archive footage
✔ Cinematic production
✔ Trailer included
✔ Photography packages
✔ Social media edits
Essential
Your core story:
• Up to 2 filming days
• Up to 3 Interviews
• 8-12 minute film
• 30 Second Trailer
• Archive Included
• 1 Revision Round
Legacy
The full story, and why it matters:
• Up to 5 filming days
• Up to 8 Interviews
• 15-25 minute film
• 60 Second Trailer
• Archive Included
• Digital Photography Included
• 2 Revision Round
Heritage
The complete generational record:
• Up to 10 filming days
• Up to 15+ Interviews
• 25-40+ minute film
• 60 Second Trailer + Teaser
• Archive Included
• Digital Photography Included
• Premium Photography Booklet
• Social-form Cuts (vertical + captioned)
• 2 Revision Round
TIER SYSTEM
Our Services
Essential
Your core story:
• Up to 2 filming days
• Up to 3 Interviews
• 8-12 minute film
• 30 Second Trailer
• Archive Included
• 1 Revision Round
Legacy
The full story, and why it matters:
• Up to 5 filming days
• Up to 8 Interviews
• 15-25 minute film
• 60 Second Trailer
• Archive Included
• Digital Photography Included
• 2 Revision Round
Heritage
The complete generational record:
• Up to 10 filming days
• Up to 15+ Interviews
• 25-40+ minute film
• 60 Second Trailer + Teaser
• Archive Included
• Digital Photography Included
• Premium Photography Booklet
• Social-form Cuts (vertical + captioned)
• 2 Revision Round
Perfect for websites, pitches and client presentations:
-
3-8 minutes
-
2-4 shoot days
-
Interviews
-
B-roll
-
Photography
-
Archive
-
Commercials Made For:
• TV
• YouTube
• Facebook
• Instagram
• Photography
• Short form
• Websites
• Launching assets
• Safety videos
• Inductions
• Training
• Onboarding
• Internal comms
Business Overview Film:
Perfect for websites, pitches and client presentations.
3-8 minutes
2-4 shoot days
Interviews
B-roll
Photography
Archive
Business Overview Film
Professional Commercials for:
TV
YouTube
Photography
Short form
Launching assets
Commercial Campaign
Training & Internal
Safety videos
Inductions
Training
Onboarding
Internal comms
Training & Internal
