Documentary Production · Bangalore

Documentaries that sit with the subject

Long-form documentaries, brand documentaries, impact films and docu-series for streamers, NGOs, foundations and purpose-led brands.

( The gap we see )

Where most documentaries work falls short.

01

Interview-and-B-roll formula

Talking heads stitched with stock footage is not documentary. It’s a report.

02

No time in the field

Stories you fly in for and out of in two days rarely earn the viewer’s trust.

03

Impact films that miss the story

Starting with the message instead of the subject always shows on screen.

( What we deliver )

Documentary Production, end-to-end.

Every deliverable below comes from the same in-house team — direction, DOP, edit, colour, sound, motion, design and performance.

Feature-Length Documentaries

Long-form theatrical, festival and OTT documentaries with full production and post.

Brand & Impact Documentaries

15–40 minute films for foundations, CSR programmes and purpose-led brands.

Docu-Series

Episodic documentary series for streamers, branded platforms and YouTube.

Field Production & Fixer Support

On-the-ground production across India, including remote and sensitive locations.

Edit, DI & Sound

Long-form editorial, colour and sound design under one roof — built for documentary rhythm.

Archival & Research

Archival footage sourcing, interviews and research partnerships.

( Why Dark Bird )

A documentary that earns its festival run and its second watch.

  • Gandhada Gudi pedigree — our team has shot long-form documentary alongside Puneeth Rajkumar

  • Nine years of field shoots across India — we know how to work with real people, not scripts

  • In-house editorial rhythm built for long-form, not 30-second cuts

  • Trusted by foundations, CSR programmes and streaming platforms

( FAQ )

Questions, answered.

Do you work with foundations and NGOs?+

Yes. We work with foundations, CSR programmes and non-profits on impact films and long-form documentaries.

How much does a documentary cost?+

Short brand documentaries start around ₹8–15L. Feature-length documentaries with field shoots and archival work can run ₹40L–2Cr+ depending on scope.

How long does a documentary take to produce?+

Short-form brand documentaries run 8–16 weeks. Feature-length or series work takes 6–18 months depending on the story.

Can you handle sensitive or remote shoots?+

Yes — we regularly shoot in remote locations, tribal regions and sensitive subject areas, with full field production and local fixer support.

( Start a Project )

Let's make Documentaries

Tell us where you are and where you want to go. We'll map the right craft and scope for documentaries.