Ali Churchill Supporting Donate For Defib W-s-M Project

Hi, I’m Ali – a young, up-and-coming filmmaker who has a passion for storytelling. For me, film isn’t just a medium; it’s a way of connecting with people, telling their stories and revealing powerful truths.
 
Here at Donate For Defib W-s-M Project, we are delighted to have the support of Ali Churchill Films working alongside the amazing Ian Phillips Photography and a growth and continuing passion for saving more lives through enhancing defibrillator provision within our local community! 
"I'm excited to have been given the opportunity to work with Donate for Defib. The work they do is inspiring and to get to be a small part of that is an honour."
Ali Churchill
Supporter Of Donate For Defib W-s-M Project & Founder Of Ali Churchill Films

🌟 WOW Moment Alert! 🌟

When Film Meets a Life-Saving Mission…

🎬💛 Lights. Camera. Lifesaving Action!

🌟 WOW Moment Alert! 🌟
What happens when an award-winning filmmaker and a life-saving mission collide?

🎬💓 Meet Ali Churchill – the incredible talent behind Ali Churchill Films. He’s known for crafting powerful human stories that grip your heart, stay with you, and move you to action.

And now… Ali’s lens is focused on us – Donate for Defib 💛

➡ “As an award-winning filmmaker, I specialise in telling powerful human stories and capturing raw, authentic emotion on screen. I’m proud to be working with Donate for Defib, a Weston-super-Mare charity committed to installing life-saving defibrillators in local communities. Through compelling, eye-catching films, I aim to bring their mission to life — sharing the real experiences behind the statistics and inspiring others to support this vital cause.” – Ali Churchill

📽 Real people. Real lives saved. Real stories told like never before.

🔥 Prepare to be inspired. Ali is capturing the heartbeat of our community — the heroes, survivors, and silent moments where a defibrillator meant the difference between life and death.

👉 Coming soon: A series of unforgettable short films that will open your eyes, stir your soul, and ignite your passion to help us place more defibrillators where they’re needed most.

💥 Because behind every flashing green box… there’s a life waiting to be saved.

📢 Join us. Watch. Share. Act.
Together, let’s create a legacy of life. A big thank you to Ian Phillips from Ian Phillips Photography for capturing this fantastic photo!

#DonateForDefib #DefibSavesLives #AliChurchillFilms #PowerfulStories #CommunityHeroes #WestonSuperMare #HeartSafeCommunities #SupportTheMission #RealStoriesRealLives

Exciting Production Coming Soon #BBCMakeADifference

Short Promotional Video - Entitled: BBC Make A Difference Awards 2025

🎉 THE MOMENT WE’VE ALL BEEN WAITING FOR! 🎉

We are incredibly proud to share our brand new BBC Make A Difference Award-nominated and WINNING film 🎬 highlighting the lifesaving work of the Donate for Defib WSM Project — right here in our local community. 💛

This film is more than just a story — it’s a celebration of community spirit, dedication, and the real impact of having defibrillators accessible in our neighbourhoods. Together, we are making a difference.

🌟 Huge credit and heartfelt thanks go to:
📸 Ian Phillips Photography
🎥 Ali Churchill Films
🙏 And all of the amazing individuals featured and credited in the film — we couldn’t have done this without you!

🎥 Please watch, enjoy, and most importantly — SHARE this film far and wide to help us raise even more awareness. Every share helps spread the word and could save a life.

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https://youtu.be/wojsuM8lNSI?feature=shared

#DonateForDefibWSM #BBCMakeADifference #LifesavingWork #CommunityMatters #DefibAwareness #ThankYou

Josh, Ian & Ali - Promoting Editing Video #BBCMakeADifference

An Example Of Ali Churchill's Work

Ali Churchill's Portfolio

Plan C 10 minutes - Documentary - 2025

A documentary exploring Phil Churchill’s diagnosis with early-onset Parkinson’s disease and how he’s used his illness for good. This film shows the power of one man in the face of adversity and the positive impact Phil’s had on his community.

Directed and written by Ali Churchill. Produced and assistant direction by Gracie-May Dovey. Edited and script supervised by Simeon Gooderham. Cinematography and grading by Amie Jagger. Sound design by Hayden Smith. Original music and BTS photography by Emily Frances. Additional camera crew: Will Collard, Ben Cox, Jack Fellows, Markus Nilsson, Dylan Pope, and Matthew Ravenhill.

Ian Phillips Photography - RNLI Photoshoot 2 minutes - Mini-documentary - 2024

A mini-documentary exploring Ian Phillips’ local heroes project. This film explores the origins of Ian’s work with local heroes, the impact this project has on the community and what it means to him. Features behind-the-scenes of Ian’s photoshoot with the RNLI at Portishead. Shot on location in Portishead, Somerset.

Shot, edited and graded by Ali Churchill. Original music by Emily Frances.

Teorstan - Full Interview for 'Sarah Go Well' 8 minutes - Promo - 2025 ​

An interview conducted with Tom Martin (aka Teorstan) to promote his new single, ‘Sarah Go Well’. This short film details Tom’s relationship with music and the history of that relationship, as well as the meaning behind his new single and his stage name. A 1-minute version was made for social media; this is the full edited interview. Shot on location in Walford, Ross-on-Wye.

Directed, produced and edited by Ali Churchill. Shot and graded by Connor Broadley. Sound design by Ethan Hughes. BTS content by Emily Frances.

Hyperphantasia - blossom+burn (Official Music Video) 5 minutes - Music Video - 2022

A no-budget music video that shows Hyperphantasia performing in a liminal space. The events of the video grow increasingly chaotic. Shot on location in Bridgwater & Taunton College, Bridgwater, Somerset.

Directed and edited by Ali Churchill. Assistant direction and cinematography by Cameron Blackmore.

"We are delighted to have the support of Ali Churchill working and supporting our ongoing Photography Partnership, and also working in collaboration with Ian Phillips Photography! Lots of exciting opportunities ahead and we are so grateful for our supporters, so thank you!"
Josh Bell,
Project Lead & Co-Founder - Donate For Defib W-s-M Project

Press News Centre - Good News Post Stories

Headline: "Award-Winning Filmmaker Joins Life-Saving Mission"

Good News Post Story
Date Published: 7th August 2024

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Link: https://www.goodnewspost.co.uk/award-winning-filmmaker-joins-life-saving-mission/

Contacting Ali Churchill

Feel free to email Ali for any questions or enquiries at [email protected] or complete the ‘Contact Us’ Form below or connect via Socials. 

Message From Ali:

Thank you for looking through my work – all support is welcome and much appreciated!

My email and social media links are shown below. Feel free to contact me and I will respond. My response time varies, as I’m juggling this small business, a part-time job, and the final year of my university degree, but I aim to respond to every enquiry.

I am always looking to expand my portfolio and work with new people. As I produce more films, I will add them to this website. Look forward to working with you!