Breaking The Line

Aim

"Breaking the Line" educates drug users on Hepatitis C risks, testing, treatment, and harm reduction, empowering an overlooked community.

Who Are We?

Reel to Real CIC is a non-profit organisation that transforms communities through visual storytelling. We work with the community focusing on raising awareness around some of the more difficult public health issues often stigmatised.

The Film 

Our newest project "Breaking the Line" is an impactful film project designed to raise awareness among recreational drug users, with a particular focus on those that use cocaine and ketamine, about the risks associated with contracting Hepatitis C (HCV). This documentary seeks to enlighten and empower this often-overlooked community by providing essential information on testing, treatment options, and harm-reduction strategies.

We are aiming to secure funding from both the National Lottery and the Arts Council to begin filming, but need to show that we can raise our own funds for essential start-up costs for things like a website and public liability insurance. 

We are much more likely to secure our funding with your support!

What We Need

Reel To Real is actively fundraising for a website and essential insurance coverage, including public liability and directors insurance. Donations from the community demonstrate our capacity to raise funds independently, enhancing our credibility with grant funders. These contributions showcase our commitment and ability to secure resources for our projects' success.

How Much Will This Cost?

Our website requires £1,500 in funding, while securing insurance, including public liability and directors insurance, totals £200. These essential expenditures are crucial for the success and sustainability of our initiatives.

Meet The Team

Gioia Dalosso - Director

Gioia Dalosso, a documentary maker and director, garnered recognition with a Royal Television Society award for her impactful short film, "A Silent Epidemic." Her journey as a filmmaker was profoundly influenced by personal tragedy when she lost her father to Hepatitis C in 2017. This difficult experience ignited her passion for raising awareness about the disease. Gioia's work is characterised by a commitment to shedding light on important health issues, particularly Hepatitis C, through compelling storytelling. Her dedication to advocating for testing, treatment, and harm reduction strategies has fuelled her passion for making this film to help in the fight against this silent but significant health threat.

Scott Clarkson - Director of Photography

Scott Clarkson, an award winning and seasoned Director of Photography, brings extensive experience in both commercial and documentary filmmaking. His collaboration with Gioia Dalosso on "A Silent Epidemic" exemplifies his skill in crafting compelling narratives. Scott's diverse portfolio includes notable works like "The Most Beautiful Sound" and "Hamza Shah," showcasing his talent for visual storytelling.

Amy Roberts - Executive Producer

Amy Roberts, an accomplished Executive Producer, boasts a wealth of experience in television production. Her impressive career spans both commercial and corporate sectors, collaborating with renowned clients such as Zut Media, Flight Story, and JD Sports Fashion PLC. Her expertise contributes significantly to the success of diverse projects.

This project successfully funded on 18th November 2023