Heart & Soul Films is an experienced British TV production company that specialises in making heartfelt and powerful documentaries and programmes.
Heart & Soul Films is an experienced British TV production company making powerful, award-winning documentaries and programmes for national, digital and international broadcasters. Our team has a special passion for story-telling! MD and Emmy-award-winning executive producer Eric Harwood has 30-years TV experience producing high-quality documentaries, drama and factual for the BBC, ITV, Channel 4,
C5 and international broadcasters. In the past decade, he has made 10 high-rating TV walking series for BBC and ITV with Outdoor Productions.
We're are so proud to announce, after 5 years of hard work (and a lot of laughs!), our latest documentary The Real Ken Dodd: The Man I Loved is going on a nation-wide Theatre tour! But first, it's having an official premiere at the Leed's City Varieties Music Hall - the shooting location of 'The Good Old Days'!
Check out the trailer released by The Ken Dodd Charitable Foundation!
B. Catling, or Where Does It All Come From? debuts this Sunday, 21st Nov, at 10.15pm on BBC4, as part of the iconic Arena arts strand.
A haunted documentary fiction of a unique artist. An investigation into the extra-ordinary work of B.Catling. Geoff Cox & Andy Starke’s film is an eye-popping insight into the late-flourishing career of the maverick artist, teacher and performer.
An Anti-Worlds production, with support from Heart & Soul Films: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0011v76
We are excited to announce the second BBC4 Arena we had the pleasure of supporting Anti-Worlds on -
B.Catling, or Where Does It All Come From?
This Sunday, 21st Nov 2021 - 10.15pm on BBC4 & iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0011v76
A haunted documentary fiction of a unique artist. An investigation into the extra-ordinary work of B.Catling. Geoff Cox & Andy Starke’s film is an eye-popping insight into the late-flourishing career of the maverick artist, teacher and performer.
Written, Produced & Directed by Geoff Cox & Andy Starke
Executive Producer - Eric Harwood
Director of Photography - Edward Mills
Production Managers - Georgia Robson & Jenny Sutton
Camera Operator - Tommy Gillard
Original Score - Ossian Brown
Sound Design - Martin Pavey
Dialogue Editor - Nikki Ruck
Colourist - Jason R. Moffat
Editor - Andy Starke
Edit Assistant - Edward Mills
Post Production Co-ordinator - Anya Kalirai
Post Production Facilities - Gorilla Group TV
If you missed Delia Derbyshire: The Myths and the Legendary Tapes, it's still available on iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m000w6tr/arena-delia-derbyshire-the-myths-and-the-legendary-tapes
Not long now until we can all watch Delia Derbyshire: The Myths and the Legendary Tapes on BBC4, this Sunday 9pm!
Please check out the trailer through the link below...
It has been an absolute pleasure supporting Anti-Worlds in the making of this unique film, and we're looking forward to everyone being able to see it!
https://youtu.be/lNtZX02G-7w
Docudrama that explores the life and creative output of Coventry born-Delia Derbyshire – electronic musician, sound pioneer and female outsider in postwar Br...
The team at Heart and Soul Films are really proud to have supported Anti-Worlds and Writer/Director Caroline Catz with the making of Delia Derbyshire: The Myths and the Legendary Tapes.
This docudrama explores the life of the electronic musician and sound pioneer, best known for creating the iconic Doctor Who theme tune, which remained uncredited in her lifetime.
Told through a rich archive, interviews, fictional embodiment and a magnificent score by Cosey Fanni Tutti, this film shows the many facets of Delia’s life and highlights her struggles with being a musical trailblazer and female outsider in post war Britain.
Delia Derbyshire: The Myths and the Legendary Tapes will screen on BBC4 on Sunday 16th May at 9pm. https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m000w6tr
Tired of being stuck inside on these short winter days? ITV1 are currently reshowing Britain's Best Walks & Best Walks with a View Sunday mornings at 9:30, or catch up with ITV Hub:
https://www.itv.com/hub/britains-best-walks-with-julia-bradbury/2a3365
Our MD Eric Harwood Executive Produced all of the Julia Bradbury walking shows, from BBC's Wainwright Walks, all the way up to ITV's Britain's Best Walks.
Julia shows us stunning scenery and landscapes that will take your breath away. Catch up on the ITV Hub - the home of ITV on demand.
Bringing some Happiness to your weekend - we are honoured to have supported Knotty Ash Productions in making the Virtual Happiness Show for , in association with The Ken Dodd Charitable Foundation, The Comedy Trust, Liverpool's Royal Court
Head to doddyday.com for see the full show hosted by Les Dennis and the Comedy Trust's own Sam Avery - including chats with Comedians Lee Mack, Tim Vine, Stephen K. Amos & Harry Hill, and Actors Miriam Margolyes, Stephanie Cole & Nicola MCauliffe. And don't miss out on the very first Doddy Day Bake Off, judged by Lady Anne Dodd & Ready Steady Cook's Chef Ellis Robert Barrie!
We are proud to have supported Anti-Worlds on the making of Delia Derbyshire: The Myths and Legendary Tapes, which will be available to watch from tonight at 18:30 in the BFI London Film Festival!!! - Available to watch online here: https://www.bfi.org.uk/london-film-festival/screenings/delia-derbyshire-myths-legendary-tapes
We're excited to share this video we helped create with The Sir Ken Dodd Charitable Foundation, in association with The Comedy Trust & Liverpool's Royal Court.
It was produced by Knotty Ash Productions, in association with Original Productions and us!
We hope you enjoy!
Great news - My Autistic Big Brother & Me has been nominated in the Single Documentary Awards!
Good luck to all those nominated!
Tomorrow (Wednesday 6th Nov) is the day!
Please like and share so no one misses out on this special event!
We are pleased to announce A Slow Odyssey: The Great Wall of China will have it's theatrical premiere at the Marine Theatre, Lyme Regis, on the 6th November at 7pm.
The showing will be followed by a Q&A with Director/Producer Eric Harwood.
For more information, and to buy tickets, please visit the Marine Theatre's website: https://www.marinetheatre.com/a-slow-odyssey-the-great-wall-of-china/
We hope that you can make it!
We are pleased to announce A Slow Odyssey: The Great Wall of China will have it's theatrical premiere at the Marine Theatre, Lyme Regis, on the 6th November at 7pm.
The showing will be followed by a Q&A with Director/Producer Eric Harwood.
For more information, and to buy tickets, please visit the Marine Theatre's website: https://www.marinetheatre.com/a-slow-odyssey-the-great-wall-of-china/
We hope that you can make it!
For those that haven’t had the chance to see My Autistic Big Brother & Me, it’s got 6 more days on BBC iPlayer. It has had its 3rd and final airing on BBC Wales and so this is the last time it will appear in iPlayer. Working on a global distribution deal and we speak for the U.S, France, Scandinavian, Australian, Canada and NZ territories. 👍🏼
Just 12 days left to watch My Autistic Big Brother & Me on BBC iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0003qw5
Don't miss out!
A family discover mountains can save their autistic brother from institutionalisation.
Spencer finds peace in his epic walks across the majestic, rugged Welsh terrain! Discover his story this Sunday, June 23rd, at 10.30pm on BBC One Wales - or on iPlayer for the following month: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0003qw5
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Great news! My Autistic Big Brother & Me will be shown once more on BBC One Wales, this Sunday 23rd June at 10.30pm... & on iPlayer for another 30 days afterwards!
A Documentary telling the story of Mikey Kay’s autistic 47-year-old Brother Spencer, who finds his peace in epic walks across the majestic, rugged Welsh terrain.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0003qw5
My Autistic Big Brother & Me is still available on BBC iPlayer!
If you've not had a chance to watch it yet, or fancy giving it a second viewing, find it here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m0003qw5/my-autistic-big-brother-and-me
A family discover mountains can save their autistic brother from institutionalisation.
Journalist and film-maker, Mikey Kay has been openly discussing his life with older brother Spencer, who is autistic. Saskia Harper interviewed Mikey about his new documentary: My Autistic Big Brother and Me.
My Autistic Big Brother & Me is on iPlayer for the whole of April - so if you've not had a chance to watch it yet, head on over with the following link: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0003qw5
My Autistic Big Brother & Me will be shown again on BBC Two Wales this Sunday 31st March, and is on iPlayer until the end of April: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0003qw5
A Documentary telling the story of Mikey Kay’s autistic 47-year-old Brother Spencer, who finds his peace in epic walks across the majestic, rugged Welsh terrain.
After airing on BBC One Wales last night, My Autistic Big Brother & Me is now available on BBC iPlayer for a month: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0003qw5
A Documentary telling the story of Mikey Kay’s autistic 47-year-old Brother Spencer, who finds his peace in epic walks across the majestic, rugged Welsh terrain.
A family discover mountains can save their autistic brother from institutionalisation.
Nihal Arthanayake presents an afternoon of news, big name interviews and conversation.
Tonight’s the night! At 10.35pm on BBC One Wales My Autistic Big Brother & Me, our latest production, airs!
It follows the amazing story of Mikey Kay’s autistic big Brother Spencer, who finds his peace in epic walks across the majestic, rugged Welsh terrain.
The programme will also be available on iPlayer after: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0003qw5
Check out Mikey Kay on Good Morning Britain this morning - he usually appears on GBM as their security correspondent, but today he’s talking about My Autistic Big Brother & Me.
https://youtu.be/wt3-3Ix_-Qk
GMB security expert Mikey Kay talks about his documentary on his brother Spencer called ‘My Autistic Big Brother and Me'. Spencer has severe autism with a co...
I’ll be doing a few interviews tomorrow on TV & Radio talking about My Autistic Big Brother & Me. Details below:
March 26th.
6am hour — ITV’s Good Morning Britain w/ Piers & Susanna.
8.20am — Sky News Sunrise w/ SJ.
1pm — 5 Live w/ Nihal.
3.15p — Radio BBC Wales w/ Eleri Sion.
April 2nd (World Autism Day)
BBC Breakfast — Time TBC.
Thank you for all the love and support leading up to the airing tomorrow night on BBC One Wales at 10.35pm. Then immediately afterwards onto iPlayer.
Mxx
He's 47 and can't wash, feed or dress himself - but long walks help Spencer Kay come into his own.
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B. Catling, or Where Does It All Come From? debuts this Sunday, 21st Nov, at 10.15pm on BBC4, as part of the iconic Arena arts strand. A haunted documentary fiction of a unique artist. An investigation into the extra-ordinary work of B.Catling. Geoff Cox & Andy Starke’s film is an eye-popping insight into the late-flourishing career of the maverick artist, teacher and performer. An Anti-Worlds production, with support from Heart & Soul Films: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0011v76
Executive Producer Eric Harwood and Clare Jones have teamed up to launch a bespoke production company based in the Regions creating compelling and unforgettable content...... full of 'Heart & Soul'.
Our heritage is in producing powerful factual and factual entertainment shows with people and landscape at their heart. With a long list of shows under our belts, including ten walking series, each a ratings hit (ITV series averaging 3.8 million) our ambitions are to tell surprising stories via inspiring journeys.
