BCVC & Kinwood Films
Commemorative Films
Kinwood combines filmed interviews with family photography, home movies, cell phone video, to produce beautiful commemorative films. Grandchildren should understand important family history. Kinwood films lead with anecdotes and include love, humour, accomplishments, values, and inspiration. Part commemoration, part family history, a Kinwood film is an heirloom.
For BCVC Families
Kinwood Films are rooted in the authenticity of real voices telling real stories. Kinwood films and film clips can be played at a service and unites guests to recognize the legacy of the life being celebrated.
Kinwood has partnered with Brampton Cremation and Visitation Centre to offer this service for their client families.
Our Reviews
★★★★★
“There truly is no better option for this type of service. Jeff and his team are top notch, in every possible capacity. Talented, conscientious, careful, committed to every detail, and execution of the highest possible caliber. We are so happy that we picked these professionals. Their services have produced a lasting impact on our family and my father’s legacy.
Thank you a thousand times.”
JULIE BOND, GOOGLE REVIEW
★★★★★
This was a fantastic experience! I am not generally comfortable in front of a camera, but the folks at Kinwood made the process fun and not intimidating! The interviewer did an amazing job, and the camerawork, editing and production of the final product was simply awesome. I was very pleased with everything from start to finish and would definitely recommend Kinwood
VICKI TROTTIER, GOOGLE REVIEW
Kinwood Commemorative Films
When speaking to someone in grief, say something specific about the person and the importance of their life. Leave memories – not condolences.
KINWOOD CUSTOM FILM
Our premium film service includes:
- Broadcast quality equipment
- In person – on location interviews
- B-roll filming
- Premium location experience (lunch, snacks, drinks)
- Pre-production plan (what to wear, how to prepare)
Your final film will look and feel like a TV or movie production.
Custom Films also include:
- 6-10 interviews with friends and family: 30-45 mins each.
- Up to 300 photographs (to digitize and touch up)
- Cell phone / home videos to incorporate.
- Biographical study
- Speaker scheduling
- Post: Music / titles / slates / credits
- Client editing: 3 rounds
- Final film – approx. 25-35 mins in length
- Film completion 7-10 days after interviews completed
Fees begin at $3995
THE “CLOUD” FILM
Our premium film approach – with interviews recorded on laptops:
- Best for families who live in different cities
- Faster production turnaround
- Lower quality interview footage
- Lower cost
For many families, this option is a trade-off between premium production values vs the convenience of remote interviews. Laptops less than 4 years old are required for remote interviews.
“Cloud” Films also include:
A package to help with set-up, what to wear, how to prepare
- 4-8 interviews with friends and family: 30-45 mins each.
- Up to 200 photographs (to digitize and touch up)
- Cell phone / home videos to incorporate.
- Biographical study
- Speaker scheduling
- Post: Music / titles / slates / credits
- Client editing: 2 rounds
- Final film – approx. 15-25 mins in length
- Film completion 4-6 days after interviews completed
Fees Begin at $1,895
KINWOOD LIFE STORY FILMS
Stories that need to live on. Memories of family, love, perseverance, and accomplishments. We always try to get some wisdom too.
Packages starting at $895
Offer details:
- 60-90 mins interview
- 50-80 photographs for inclusion (free digitization and touch up)
- Client review of rough cut
- Client edits (2) and feedback
- Length of film 12-20 mins (Typically)
- Delivery of all materials on private hard drive
- Rough cut completion 10-15 days after filming completed
- 1 Follow up editing conversation
Common Questions
Kinwood understands that families and friends want to “do something” to honour a life.
This is it. Part family history, part commemoration, A Kinwood Commemorative Film becomes an instant heirloom.
As the Celebration of Life Company, Kinwood believes that people can do more to honour a life than buying flowers or saying, ‘sorry for your loss.’
Kinwood makes it simple. You provide photos, video and 4-8 names for us to interview. Kinwood film editors take the interview footage, photos, home movies, cell phone video and produce a beautiful 15–30-minute commemorative film that will remain in the family forever.
We hear that sometimes. Kinwood sends speakers a package on how to prepare and what to wear. We create a warm and welcome space to share personal feelings and stories. Kinwood will ask you thoughtful questions so you can share your reflections without preparing or pressure.
Kinwood now offers a Cloud Film – and we can capture your interview over a laptop, in the comfort of your own home.
Know that our editors only use the best interview clips making sure everyone looks good.
YES! You would be surprised.
Past clients will say that choosing friends and family members is the hardest part of the project. Most everyone will want to participate and embrace the chance to tell future family members why their loved one was loved.
After a death, people want to “do something,” and leaving memories and stories is a meaningful way to contribute. Kinwood’s questions make it easy to talk and focus on what’s important.
We need photos of your loved one – the more the better. If you have cell phone video, or other home videos we can use that too. Pick 4-10 speakers, and Kinwood will reach out and take care of everything. We will also digitize paper photos for the project.
Yes! Kinwood films and film clips have been the foundation for numerous celebration of life events.
A Kinwood film can be a great way to unite guests and recognize the details of the life being celebrated. Often times a speaker will offer a brief eulogy, then introduce a 3-minute clip of “Tejas Growing Up.” Guests are often blown-away.
Just ask – we have options that will work for your situation.
Yes, there is no time limit. But know the best Kinwood films are made in the days and weeks after a loss. Feelings are strong, and memories are clear. We advise that if you are going to do it – do it soon.
Families who want a minimalist approach might say its extravagant. No one can say it’s not without value. Clients understand that Kinwood films are forever.
We don’t have geographic boundaries. If you have a newish laptop and decent wifi – we can do this from anywhere. Ask us how.
You can fill out our question form below, or email us at: ask@kinwood.ca
We can also be reached at 416-639-8786.
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