We’re known for our work in branded content videos but we are also documentary film makers for a wide audience. Life of an Actor is the latest in our series of inspirational documentaries profiling creative people. Daniel Taylor has been a professional actor for more than 20 years, treading the […]
Branded comedy content can take your campaign, brand or message to a much wider audience. ‘Humour is the shortest distance between two people’. Victor Borge For the last 6 years MGL Media has been partnering with Sparkle Productions to unite the cream of British comedy talent with some of our […]
We often get asked to produce videos with a vintage look. Some hark back to the golden age of home cine films or the 80’s VHS years. I’ve always been a fan of old films and I also own a few old cine cameras and lenses. Using actual cine film […]
Real people make a difference. Obviously, that can be said of life, relationships, politics and business – but sometimes, as filmmakers, we forget that not every promotional video needs a professional actor or a TV presenter. That’s especially true if you’re promoting a campaign or scheme that relies on real […]
Branded content and using video for your social media campaigns is the perfect way to raise awareness of your brand, product or service – without having to resort to ‘the hard sell’. Here’s an example of one of a series of films we recently produced in collaboration with Sparkle Productions […]
Brewing Real Ale – the subject of films we recently produced for Everards Brewery. Episode 1 looks at Ingredients and Milling The Malt. Cask Ale Week & Brewing Real Ale Local Beer Heroes, Everards are one of many excellent breweries in Leicestershire. The brewery has been serving the local area for […]
Morris – A Minor Documentary, is our latest film, released online to co-incide with the anniversary of our 10th year in business. It’s a celebration of the Morris Minor – a British design classic that’s still popular with vintage car enthusiasts, young drivers and celebrities alike. “It’s as British as […]
In some ways 2004 seems like yesterday but in others it feels like much more than a decade ago. MGL Media started in Leicester when video production was entering its digital age. DVD’s were finally replacing the 30 year old VHS format and cameras were halving in size but increasing […]
Are you having a laugh? We have recently been fortunate to continue our work with Dave’s Leicester Comedy festival, producing 2 new films, including the UK Pun Championships promo above. Whilst we love our corporate projects, it’s great to get the opportunity to include some humour in our productions, whilst […]
“Wow, I’ve just fallen in love. I have to get my hands on a pair of those brogues!” This is one of many great Youtube responses we received to the Loake Shoes Film and an example of how video and social media can help you connect with your clients. Never […]