Documentary storytelling centred on people with Parkinson’s
We are a small creative team based in Sheffield, who are bringing stories about people with Parkinson’s to life on the big screen.
Our first film, The Parkinsons Project, began as a documentary following climber, Chris Hamper, and how he lives with Parkinson’s disease and uses climbing to manage its challenges. What started as a single story has grown into a global movement. Since its release in September 2024, the film has been screened in over 40 countries, featured in international festivals, connected with audiences in community settings, and been used in public engagement by researchers and experts in Parkinson’s.
More importantly, it has deeply resonated with people affected by the condition - sparking conversation, raising awareness, and giving a voice to the lived experiences of people with Parkinson’s disease.
Building on this momentum, we are now creating a second documentary, following Petra, a 43-year-old singer and mother of three, as she navigates life with early-onset Parkinson’s.
The Parkinsons Project
Our first film, The Parkinsons Project, follows climber and teacher, Chris Hamper, as he navigates his diagnosis of Parkinson's disease.
His Parkinson's diagnosis has forced him to redefine his passion for climbing. His tremor makes tying knots and clipping gear difficult; his lack of dopamine reduces the reward and motivation process, forcing Chris to find new ways to stay inspired. And yet, once he is on the rock, climbing appears to be one of the very few activities that minimise his symptoms…
Unshaken Voices
Our second film follows Petra - age 43 - a singer, stage performer, and graphic designer, raising three children under five when Young-Onset Parkinson's Disease began reshaping her world. As the disease stripped away her ability to keep pace with her kids and forced her to step back from work, her priorities shifted - but so did her purpose.
Now three years after her official diagnoses the film follows as she builds towards a full stage show that she has written, produced, and will perform in. Whilst navigating the showed of medical appointments, medication and progressing symptoms. this is a raw, intimate journey. This is a story of resilience, advocacy, adaption, and motherhood: turning loss into legacy.
Find a screening near you
We are always adding new screenings organised in collaboration with our growing international community, film festivals, or private events. Find out about upcoming screenings below:
Organise a local screening
A lot of our screenings are organised by members of the community. If you would like to put one on yourself in your local community or country, please don't hesitate to get in touch.
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