Five Minute Movie is a division of Handcraft Film, a movie and TV production company based in Kelowna, BC, Canada. This new website channel will showcase movies one to twenty minutes in length! (Not all items in the dollar store are a dollar, so the films do vary in length!) We will stream on ROKU, YouTube, and other platforms. We will add other content and movies for viewing on computers, TVs, tablets, phones, and other mobile devices. See the links below to submit YOUR film, trailer or video.
We created this docu-drama trailer for the Help Us Save Lives TV show called, "Children of This World" https://youtu.be/gdnT3YcDdBQ. You can see the lyrics on a desktop, probably not on a phone, but they are on this YouTube link. To add your name to this doc as a sponsor, supporter, advertiser, or partner, see details and sponsorship options below.
"Shadows of Lies" docu-drama trailer portrays the threat of tyranny posed by three men in the world today; Musk, Trump, and Putin. Together they may be the three most dangerous men on Earth. Help us educate people worldwide and empower them to stand for freedom worldwide. Please add your name in support below. See the link to the video here. To view the lyrics, click here on YouTube. https://youtu.be/RXNCFKR_muA
War is the defense of hatred. It arises out of the desire of what someone else has, that another group or country wants. "Silence in Darkness" doc portrays the toll the ongoing war has had on the people of Gaza. Our intention is not to take sides, because we feel both sides are to blame for many of the actions in this war, however, the genocide that is being forced on the people of Gaza is unforgivable. Our goal is simple: help us educate people worldwide and empower them to end this war.
Our newest doc-drama trailer, entitled "Women of the World Rise," celebrates the brave women who will lead change in this world moving forward. See it here. https://youtu.be/LeTk-tusMvw.
Please watch our video, then support this video and our projects by adding your name to the finished version on the options and link below.
"When Will We Ever Learn" is a trailer for our docu-drama film, "Threat of Tyranny" and "Reason for Treason," which both deal with tyranny worldwide. The video shows the threat of tyranny worldwide, from Hitler to Putin and Trump. This version is square and can be viewed on any device. Here is the link. YouTube, https://youtu.be/Gxd1Q5tb3bc
To view and hear the lyrics see the link above.
See our latest docu-drama trailer, "We Just Want To Be Free," about ending hatred and wars and keeping men, women, and children safer in this world. https://youtu.be/zxMLi1bEj40. For more information on how to support our docs and see the others, visit our website. Please share and consider adding your name as a sponsor to the upcoming docu-drama, and others at DocChannels.com
"Waiting For Your Call" is a docu-drama trailer about sex trafficking and missing people worldwide. It is unimaginable that nearly 8 million children go missing annually! To add your name as a supporter, sponsor, partner or co-producer for this upcoming documentary TV show, see our links below.
In this video, we delve into the critical topic of suicide, aiming to raise awareness and provide support. Learn to recognize the warning signs and symptoms, understand the safeguards that can be implemented to prevent them, and explore effective solutions for those struggling. Join us as we discuss practical strategies and share valuable resources to help save lives and promote mental well-being. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call 988 or 911.
See video: https://youtu.be/J5voy8C8w50
Each five-minute movie will stream with a nominal fee to the provider, either paid one-time or monthly. Handcraft Film and Five Minute Movie reserve the right to reduce the fee or in some cases waive the streaming fee outright, at our discretion. Rates are not yet determined and will be finalized once our streaming and bandwidth costs are finalized.
For now there is NO STREAMING FEE to any provider.
This fee helps us offset the cost of adding them to the channel, and our increased cost of bandwidth on the various streaming channels. We will also offer discounted rates depending on the number of movies supplied. Contact us for more information on submitting your film(s).
We will offer FREE streaming to the first ten (10) film movie providers on our platform.
Contact us to upload your video or film to our platform. We reserve the right to accept or refuse any video.
We offer production for a Five Minute Movie project, not to exceed five minutes in length. We quote a price depending on many variables such as footage sources, photography, scriptwriting and other factors. We charge a retainer/deposit of $500 Canadian. NOTE: THE RETAINER IS NOT THE FULL AMOUNT of film cost. Here are the payment terms.
A $500 Canadian retainer forms the deposit to commence interviews, storyboarding, and filming.
25% of the agreed-upon amount when we provide the proof script of that project.
25% of the agreed-upon amount, less the deposit amount when proof of filming has taken place with client approval of content, prior to editing.
Balance of the agreed-upon amount when the film or TV show has completed final editing and sent to you to view, and approved, prior to upload to YouTube.
Naina Baya (otherwise known as Stuti Billore) is an author and video producer from New Delhi, India. In her videos, she works to recognize and help protect women. She shows initiative and dedication in focusing on sustainable human rights in her country, including women’s and child rights, through her books, lectures, suicide awareness videos, and other projects. Naina will co-host episodes to shed light on these topics. This is the trailer for the video below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3zElyJWocOA
Here is the video on suicide awareness. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-rfnsFU4Wmw
My name is Colette Martin. I am the mom of three beautiful grown boys. Despite my journey with PTSD, I am passionate about helping others. I've built a community within a short time to raise awareness and educate others on intimate partner violence, MMIW. Bill 17 was passed in the New Brunswick legislature in my honour in Dec, 2022. I did not allow my trauma to be my ending: I turned my pain into passion and power so that others do not suffer the same long recovery journey I endured. In July of 2023 I was part of a short documentary filmed in Waterloo Ontario, called, "She Is Your Neighbour: A Short Documentary."
Speed Kills- (Finished video approximately 30 to 60 minutes with sponsor information included). This is the initial 11-minute video we co-produced for the RCMP in Kelowna in 1996 to help teens slow down and live, by avoiding speeding and vehicle crashes. This video will be updated with new information about texting and distracted driving, how to communicate with teens on the importance of safe driving, how new drug laws impact teen driving, as well as in-depth interviews of survivors of accidents and the lessons learned. Vehicle accidents are one of the leading causes of death in young people worldwide. See the initial video. https://youtu.be/DOsLqckou64
A two-minute PSA for the BC Food Banks to raise awareness of the importance of supporting our food banks.
Many single mothers and fathers struggle to put enough food on the table for their children.
This storage of food causes immense stress and anxiety for single parents and their children worldwide.
We created this short video to show the important role food banks play, and hope you will support the food banks in your city.
This short video shows the history of how Indigenous people were removed from their land, put into non-traditional homes, and often not allowed to return to their own land. They now pass on those stories from one generation to another. Remember, we are ALL immigrants unless we were born Indigenous. This native issues video recognizes the fact we are all immigrants, unless we or our ancestors, were born here! Many thousands of Indigenous children were removed from their homes and forced to attend residential schools across Canada, the US, and other countries. Many died and were victims of abuse during their short lives.
Many people fleeing Uganda are short of food and being persecuted for their sexual identity choices.
A group of strong LGBTQI refugees at Kenya's Kakuma Refugee Camp are longing for a positive outlook. After fleeing unspeakable persecution back home, these people now have to contend with surviving in a place where resources are limited and discrimination still exists.
Thousands of refugees call Kakuma Refugee Camp home, but LGBTQI people there frequently face particular difficulties. Many are denied access to essential services, shunned by larger refugee populations, and constantly afraid of violence. Many LGBTQI refugees at Kakuma struggle to obtain even the most basic necessities: food, clothing, wholesome meals to provide them the energy they need to continue fighting for a brighter future, blankets and warm clothes to fight off the chilly camp nights materials for personal hygiene to help them stay healthy and dignified events held in the community to provide happy, unifying, and belonging moments during a time of love. Every donation, regardless of size, gives individuals who have been marginalized and abandoned another ray of hope.
Here is their GoFundMe link. https://gofund.me/405679a1
Many short movie trailers for movies, docs, TV shows, and docu-drama films in pre-production can be aired for exposure. This videos "Lost Children of Ukraine", and "Echoes of Hope" are the trailers for the upcoming docu-drama about Russia kidnapping and stealing children from Ukraine and taking them to Russia to live, against their will, away from their families and parents. See the doc at the Docs link in the toolbar below.
National college football champion and NFL Minnesota Vikings quarterback, J.J. McCarthy was interviewed by Rich Eisen on his ROKU nationally syndicated radio talk show podcast.
At the 8:52 mark, the host first mentions the sponsor of his show, as brand awareness vs a commercial. For nearly three MINUTES they weave the actual use of this product into the conversation in a real-life situation. They both explain in DETAIL how this mattress helps with ADHD, a good night's sleep, and how and why they chose this product. Then the host weaves the Sleep Number 360 Smart Bed into a segue to discuss football and add a bit of humor, stats, and facts about the product and its effectiveness. They deliver a totally believable endorsement for "the official sleep and wellness partner of the NFL".
Few films will ever capture a range of emotions like this iconic film, What Dreams May Come, featuring Robin Williams. The movie deals with torment, our perception of Heaven and Hell, suicide, death of a loved one, and a man's journey even after his life is finished. Such a tremendous performance by a remarkable actor; a film and the trailer prove movie trailers are some of the best short films ever made.
Donna Howlett is the founder and CEO of Modinc Skincare. Donna is an Australian native who turned an almost tragic event at age 17 into inspiration for her very own skincare company. Donna has always believed in the power of natural and whole ingredients and her passion to start her own skincare line grew stronger. MODINC SKINCARE was born! See her video here.
Music videos can be some of the best examples of short films! I chose this one because of the electric combination of dance, piano, backup singers, lyrics to keep others alive, and an amazing voice! When you think of a music video as a short film, it takes on a new and memorable meaning. Check out this great video by Jonathan Roy, called Keeping Me Alive.
"Dad Downstairs" is a family drama/com based on a family with newly divorced, single parents trying to raise their children; from young ones to teens. These episodes will address topics such as teenage promiscuity and pregnancy, school and social pressures, addiction, parenting skills, anxiety, suicide and depression in adults AND children, sexual identity, bullying, domestic violence and abuse, sex trafficking, drug and alcohol use, safe driving for teens, and others. We also address counseling, co-dependency, narcissism, control issues, racism, bigotry, dating, and boundaries for newly single parents, and their children, as well as how meditation and prayer affect everyone in the family, even if they do not always agree! Even though the show IS a family drama com, we address HOW families deal with the conflict surrounding these important issues. See the trailer here.
These individuals, groups, organizations, and companies are partnering with us to help create a better world, one miracle at a time! Please support them in return! Join our Partners today.
We seek Partners in finance, co-production, distribution, marketing, music, equipment, travel, accommodations, vehicles, and many other products and services. Partners and sponsors have 'first rights' to be featured in our TV shows, docs, and feature films. This includes advertising, product placement, and brand integration possibilities in all projects. See the links for Sponsors and Advertisers for more information and all costs. The Partner non-refundable fee is $1000 Canadian, and all partners are non-exclusive, however, we promote them to our viewers for all media projects they are involved with. They are also added to all 13 episodes of the Help Us Save Lives TV shows as a Partner, with their names added to the end credits of each episode. If they choose, they are also added as a Partner on the docu-drama films too. Partners are listed after the Producers, and before Sponsors. Partner's additional benefits:
We announce on our website under the Partners, Docs, and Help Us Save Lives sections. We announce on LinkedIn and Facebook our partnership to promote your company, including various groups on LinkedIn for CEOs and other decision-makers to see. We offer a 50% partnership on the creation of videos for you (see FiveMinuteMovie.com) and a 15% discount on the price of advertising in any of our TV shows or docs.
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