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Dana & Sarah FilmsDana & Sarah Films is a 4K video production company based in Santa Cruz, California that specializes in documentary films.
Dana & Sarah Films LLC is owned by two women filmmakers, Dana Richardson and Sarah Zentz, who have been passionately directing and producing independent documentary films since 2008. They are the Producers, Directors, and Editors of the award winning documentary films GOSHEN (2015) and BACK TO EDEN (2011). Their documentary features have broadcast on PBS, FNX, and Amazing Discoveries and were selected by several On Demand channels including Amazon Video, Telus, Steep Edge TV, Grind TV, Eco Streamz, and FMTV. Their films are concerned with social and environmental issues, covering stories such as sustainable food systems and the impact of climate change on indigenous cultures. They have a unique way of storytelling that is entertaining, educational, and inspires change.
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Currently In ProductionBig Sur Landslide is a journey into the hearts and minds of the evacuees of the largest coastal landslide recorded in California’s history. This timely documentary reveals a deeply personal investigation of a global issue — the social and environmental impact of natural disasters. BIG SUR LANDSLIDE is a fiscally sponsored project of the International Documentary Association (IDA), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
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What Sets Us Apart
Wilderness Expedition TrainingNot only are we professional filmmakers, we also have wilderness expedition skills. We pride ourselves in being trained in the industry standards for professional outdoor travel including Leave No Trace and Wilderness First Responder through National Outdoor Leadership School.
With over a decade of experience filming in remote environments, we go just about anywhere that the project requires. From the depths of the Copper Canyons in Mexico to the Olympic Peninsula of Washington, we have worked in a diverse range of challenging environments. |
Ethical IntegrityIt's the ethical integrity of our team that ultimately directs our path. We carefully select projects that resonate with our values and ethics. Our films are not just a single, finished products - they represent a greater movement to encourage our audience to engage and explore.
We join forces with brands that align with our ethics. From solar powered equipment to performance gear made with eco-values in mind, we strive to be an environmentally and socially responsible company. Our goal is to ensure a reduced ecological footprint. |
Full-Immersion StorytellingWe invest the time to engage in the environment where we work, often living on-site for months or years at a time. We build long lasting relationships with the individuals and communities in our films and it is apparent. We capture intimate moments that add depth and authenticity to our stories.
We are not afraid to get our hands dirty and will often join in on an experience to have a greater understanding of it ourselves. Our approach allows us to see the world from a different perspective and portray the story from a uniquely captivating lens. |
