Proudly Pioneering

INNERVERSE

A new method of filmmaking

Charity | Eco Action | Future Focus

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WHAT IS it?

Innerverse is built on the principle that films should not only tell important stories but also actively contribute to the issues they explore. This emerging genre connects narrative filmmaking with direct charitable action, ethical production practices, and a focus on developing emerging talent.

Innerverse is designed to nurture new voices, offering opportunities for filmmakers who may not have access to traditional industry pathways. By focusing on talent over scale, Innerverse supports filmmakers in bringing personal, socially conscious stories to life, encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative storytelling techniques.

Innerverse is not a rejection of traditional filmmaking but an evolution, offering an alternative space where storytelling, sustainability, and impact go hand in hand. As the film industry continues to evolve, this genre provides a framework for filmmakers who want to craft meaningful stories while remaining mindful of the world around them and directly contributing to their communities through charity connection and raising awareness.

CAN I USE IT?

Yes its a Free & Open Framework for Filmmaking.

We proudly support and promote the Innerverse Method — a values-led approach to filmmaking that places ethics, compassion, and purpose at the heart of the creative process.

The Innerverse Method blends:

  • Socially conscious storytelling

  • Non-violent, positive narratives

  • Support for charitable causes

  • Real-world experience for emerging talent

  • Sustainable, low-impact production practices

This method was created to serve as a powerful tool for creative impact — where stories don’t just entertain, but inspire real-world change.

Open to All

The Innerverse Method is free to use and open to the entire creative community.

Whether you’re a filmmaker, student, educator, artist, or collective, you’re welcome to adopt and adapt the method in your own work. All we ask is that you honour its spirit: socially storytelling, inclusivity, and a commitment to making a real difference.

For Students, By Design

At Film Buddy we actively encourage students to use the Innerverse Method as a foundation for their own creative projects. Whether you’re working on short films, music videos, documentaries, or digital content, this framework offers a meaningful way to tell stories that matter — while developing your voice and industry-ready skills.

Collaborate With Us

If you’d like to collaborate with FB-Pro or Film Buddy on a project using the Innerverse Method, we’d love to hear from you. Together, we can support new voices, powerful stories, and purposeful creativity.

THE CORE PRINCIPLES

1. CHARITY

Each Innerverse project partners with related charities to ensure authenticity, emotional impact, and drive real change.

2. ECO ACTION

Adopt and prioritise low-carbon, minimalist production to cut environmental impact without losing quality. Use resources wisely, reduce waste, and embrace renewables to drive a greener industry.

3. FUTURE FOCUS

Support new talent by creating on-set opportunities and hiring entry-level trainees. Actively foster their growth and development through hands-on experience and continuous support.

THE PIONEERING FILM

THAT ONE MAN

An Andy’s Man Club Film - A Film Buddy Production is the first film to adopt the Innerverse method of filmmaking.

Directed by Lee D Barnes

Written By Lee D Barnes and Tom Whitham

Produced by Ben Sweet

It’s okay to talk...

Many men would attest to understanding this, but that doesn’t make speaking openly about your problems any easier.

Danny works in a small pub on the outskirts of the city. Recovering from tragedy and abuse that followed, he’s doing what he can to rebuild his life. When a new Andy’s Man Club (a UK-based mental health charity) opens across the road, Danny is introduced to a different way of thinking—one he sees as invaluable to those around him yet struggles to apply to himself.

In the weeks following the AMC branch’s opening, we see not only Danny’s journey but also the ripple effects of his struggle on those he interacts with his landlord aunt, the pub regulars, workers from a nearby construction site, and students from the city’s dance college. Danny makes it his mission to help the one man who might need a hand—only to realise that man isn’t just out there somewhere, but also within himself and in the places, he least expects...

A heartfelt British drama with elements of dark comedy, That One Man explores the cost of staying silent, allowing problems and anxieties to fester within. It examines how unspoken struggles manifest in everyday life. The film itself—made not for profit and in collaboration with Andy’s Man Club—shares Danny’s mission: to extend a hand to someone out there who might need it.

IN DEVELOPMENT

TAKE A LOAD OFF

An 3D animated short film dedicated to the memory of the men who tragically lost their lives to suicide and to the tireless efforts of those who work everyday to support individuals struggling with mental health.

The purpose of the film is to help raise awareness for men’s mental health and to encourage men to feel more comfortable discussing their mental health.