About
What We Do
Branded Documentaries
Purpose-led films that connect your mission to real people and real change.
Commissioned Originals
Collaborations with broadcasters and streamers that centre unheard voices and bold storytelling.
Data-Informed Story Strategy
Using AI and analytics to find powerful narratives hidden in your work, your people, and your audience
Real Tings is a documentary studio for brands, broadcasters, and cultural changemakers.
We specialise in purpose-driven documentaries that blend film's emotional depth with the strategic clarity of brand storytelling.
Whether it's a commissioned piece for a B Corp, a case study film reimagined for social media, or a bold feature doc destined for broadcast, our work always starts with truth. We craft stories with soul, rooted in culture and driven by impact.
Founder
Ashton John
Why Real Tings?
We’re filmmakers first, strategists second. Our founder Ashton John is an award-winning documentary director whose work has aired on Channel 4 and ITV, screened at festivals, and been commissioned by brands like Netflix, the Barbican and more.
Our stories are cinematic, raw, and rooted in real life. They go beyond content—they build connection, spark reflection, and amplify purpose.