LEGACY FILM

Capture the essence of your loved ones through a heartfelt documentary-style production that immortalizes their memories, stories, and wisdom. Through the power of visual storytelling, we will work together to craft a video that will become a timeless treasure for years to come.

A Legacy Film is a documentary-styled video interview that typically lasts 30-45 minutes, but makes a lifelong impact. A Legacy Film makes a wonderfully unique gift for any member of the family.

How it all works:

  1. Book us. It all begins with you contacting us and booking your date. Once your date is scheduled, we can start preparing questions together.

  2. Lights! Camera! Action! On your scheduled date, Alchemy Creative will travel to you and set up cameras, lights, and audio equipment. Then, we let the camera roll and get your legacy on film.

  3. The Big Premiere. You receive a digital video approximately 2-4 weeks after filming.

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PACKAGE OPTIONS (2024)

  • Snapshot Package: $450

    Multiple camera setup
    Up to 45-minute interview
    Photo/image scanning up to 10 images
    Final edited video (length dependent on interview length)

  • Spotlight Package: $800

    Multiple camera setup
    Up to 70-minute interview
    Photo/image scanning up to 25 images
    Final edited video (length dependent on interview length)

Make It

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: Are there standard questions you recommend asking during the interview?
A: We want your video to be your own – truly unique – so you will know best what questions to ask your loved one. It may be helpful to brainstorm with your family about key topics you want to capture in the video. That being said, we can gladly help you uncover those questions that will make for a good video. Some topics to consider are:

  • Stages of life such as early childhood, school years, or working years

  • Significant relationships such as parents, grandparents, spouse, and children

  • Major milestones, such as a first job or a move

  • Important experiences

  • Interests and hobbies

  • Lessons learned and personal philosophies

Here are a few typical conversation starters to help get you started:

  • What is the earliest memory you can recall?

  • Tell me about a time where your values were challenged.

  • What is the biggest difference between today and when you were growing up?

  • Share with me how you met your wife/husband.

Q: Who will be doing the interview?
A: There are a couple ways to do this. 

  • Option 1: Another family member conducts the interview, as people typically open up more to their own family members than to strangers. 

  • Option 2: One of our skilled interviewers asks the questions. 

Either way, we will work hard to see that all the technical details of cameras, audio devices, and lighting equipment are running at optimal levels during the interview.

Q: If I’m going to conduct the interview, how should I prepare?
A: We suggest investing more time in mental preparation than physical preparation. In order to get the most natural interview possible, don’t share your questions in advance with the family member being interviewed. Instead, ask them ahead of time to think about key portions of their life story they wish to pass along to future generations. While we certainly encourage your family member to look his/her best, the content of the stories is what you’ll remember years down the road.

Q: What if my family member talks about things they later want to be removed from the video?
A: No worries – just let us know after the shoot and we can make sure it’s not part of the final presentation. This is their legacy after all and we want to provide you with a video you’ll be proud to show for a long time.

Q: What about photographs? Can we include those in the video somehow?
A: Absolutely. Photographs and other items such as newspaper clippings, hand-made items, medals, etc., supplement a Legacy Film very well. We can collect photos when we film your video and return them shortly after we have scanned them. Other items can be filmed on location.

Q: My family member has a hobby (like woodworking, quilting, fixing up old cars, etc.). Is there a way we can add that to the video?
A: Of course! Anything that your family member likes doing, we'd like to include. Those things add a great personal touch and make your video unique. If there is something that we can highlight, we will work that into the location selection and film it on the day of the interview.

Q: How is the video given to me? How many copies do I receive?
A: The high-definition video is presented via a digital link for download. Physical media like discs or flash drives are available upon request for an additional charge.

Q: What if I lose my video over the next couple of years? Can I get another copy from you?
A: Yes, we back up all final presentations to a cloud server to ensure this Legacy Film can last long into the future. However, we highly recommend that you download and back up your video, too.

Q: After filming, how long does it take to receive my video?
A: While every video is unique, you can expect your video 2 weeks after filming.

Q: Can I give a Legacy Film as a gift? 
A: A Legacy Film makes a wonderfully unique gift. What better way to celebrate an anniversary, retirement, reunion, birthday, or even a birth. Share the cost with several family members and give your loved one a gift they won’t forget. We will even provide you with a certificate to help you present your gift.

Other questions? Send us a message. We’d be happy to discuss your needs and help you document your loved one’s lasting legacy.