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Award-Winning Filmmaker Joins Life-Saving Mission

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Aug 7, 2025 — 1 min read

By Josh Bell, Schools and Charitable Correspondent

What do you get when an award-winning filmmaker turns his lens on a local mission to save lives? Something truly unforgettable.

Ali Churchill, the creative mind behind Ali Churchill Films, is known for telling raw, emotional, and powerful human stories.

Now, he’s turning his talents to a cause close to home — working with Weston-super-Mare-based charity Donate for Defib, which is dedicated to installing life-saving defibrillators in local communities.

“I specialise in telling powerful human stories and capturing raw, authentic emotion on screen,” said Churchill. “I'm proud to be working with Donate for Defib… 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.”

The project promises to reveal the true heartbeat of the community — highlighting survivors, unsung heroes, and the powerful moments when a defibrillator made the difference between life and death.

A series of short films is set to be released soon, each one designed to stir emotion, raise awareness, and inspire action.

More than just stories, they are described as lifelines — reminders that behind every flashing green defib box is a life waiting to be saved.

Huge thanks to Ian Phillips from Ian Phillips Photography for capturing the magic behind the scenes!

The films will be released across digital platforms in the coming weeks, with the team encouraging the public to get involved.

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