Stories That
Live On

Your stories are too good to live in the past.
We create stunning personal documentaries that celebrate loved ones with joy, beauty, and heart.

Great stories don’t just appear when the camera turns on. They show up when someone knows how to ask the right questions, when laughter escapes, when the little details spill out.
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Our seasoned producers guide the conversation and blend those stories with your family’s photos, home movies, and archives, shaping it all into a delightful film that gives your family a timeless Keepsake and gives future generations a front-row seat to their own history.

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Who We Are

Founder & Executive Producer

Priya David Clemens

Priya David Clemens is a veteran storyteller with more than 20 years in broadcast journalism. Formerly an anchor and correspondent for CBS News, NBC News, and leading local stations, her journalism has been recognized with a Murrow Award and multiple Emmy nominations.

Priya has interviewed leaders and icons including Warren Buffett, Kobe Bryant, Donald Trump, and Kamala Harris. She also served as the spokesperson for the Golden Gate Bridge. At Keepsake Studios, Priya leads a team dedicated to creating legacy films that elevate personal history into cinematic art.

Executive Creative Director

Aileen Merciel

Aileen Merciel is an Executive Creative Director with expertise in content, marketing, and storytelling. Formerly an executive at global media companies, she has led creative work recognized with more than 50 international awards from the Global Entertainment Marketing Academy, the New York Festivals Advertising Awards, and NAMIC. She now channels her passion for cinematic storytelling into Keepsake Studios, creating films that combine artistry with meaning.

Making Your Film

Discover

We begin by listening. Together with key family members, we explore your vision and gain a deep understanding of the person at the heart of the story.
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We review family treasures such as photos, home movies, and letters, selecting the pieces that best bring the story to life.
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From these threads, we uncover the themes and moments that matter most and shape them into a meaningful narrative arc.

Gather

We then capture the story on location, filming in the spaces that hold significance. At the same time, we digitize and catalog selected family materials so they are preserved and ready for use in the film.

Our award-winning team draws on decades of journalism and storytelling to ask the right questions, listen with care, and ensure what resonates most is preserved.

Craft

From this foundation, we create a bespoke family film that is deeply personal, visually captivating, and designed to last for generations.
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Every element is tailored with care, from distinctive graphics to a musical score shaped through hand-picked selections or original compositions. The result is a signature look and sound that reflects your family’s essence.
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Each story is presented in a Keepsake box, created to honor its significance. Private screenings can be arranged for your family, close friends, or a wider circle, ensuring the story is celebrated in the way it deserves.

“Beautiful and inspiring. It feels like something you’d see on PBS about great legends, except this time it’s about your own family.”

Heather Stephenson

Marketing & Sustainability Expert

“This is the real, elevated alternative to AI-generated videos. A remarkable way to honor the people we love.”

Linda Ciaveralli

Founder, HouseCall VR

“A brilliant concept. These films reconnect families with the vibrant pasts of their elders. Joyous, not maudlin. True celebrations.”

Julie Checkoway

Author

“Outstanding. The way you draw out poignant details makes these films treasures people will want to revisit year after year.”

Lisa Bernard

Influencer and Former Journalist

“Documenting your loved one’s life like this is precious. You’ve created the Hollywood-style version - an elevated offering people actually want.”

Gabrielle Shekou

Attorney

“Every time I watch, I smile. It’s unique, customized, and deeply personal. What you’ve created is on another level.”

Jenny Mack

CMO, PR & Brand Pro

“What I love about Keepsake is how beautifully the stories are told - the details, the warmth, even the music. It doesn’t just capture memories, it celebrates the spirit of a life in a way families can hold onto forever.”

Bita Ryan

Network News Producer

Storylines

Every film we create is as unique as the story it tells.

One Icon

Keepsake Classic

A solo portrait of a life well lived. This is for the matriarch, the patriarch, the quiet force, the family legend. One person’s unforgettable story.

Two Lives, One Love Story

Keepsake Couple

Whether you met in college or crossed paths at 50, this format captures the big moments, the inside jokes, and everything that makes your journey together worth remembering.

The Ensemble Cast

Keepsake Chorus

Bring in the whole crew. This rich documentary weaves together multiple family voices to tell a layered, engaging story.

FAQs

Could you give me a price estimate?

Every Keepsake film is bespoke because no two stories are alike. We combine original interviews and filming with carefully curated family archives to create something both beautiful and lasting. Proposals are tailored to your vision, your timeline, and your storytelling goals, shaped by elements such as the number of people featured, the locations, the length of the film, and the volume of archives included.

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Final pricing depends on the story’s scale, creative direction, and the experience you would like to create. After thoughtful conversations with you and your family, we will prepare a custom proposal that reflects your vision.

How long does the entire process take?

Most Keepsake films take about three months from start to finish. The process takes this time because of the thoughtful care involved: aligning schedules, conducting interviews, curating archives, filming in full, and shaping the story through an editing process that gives your film both polish and depth.

How many people will be in my home?

We design the crew size around both the needs of the story and your personal comfort. Sometimes that means just two of us for an intimate interview. Other times it calls for a larger team to capture your family in full. Whether the crew is small or expansive, our presence is always respectful and designed to put you at ease

What does white glove service mean?

It means you are fully supported from beginning to end. We take care of the planning, logistics, and production so the experience feels seamless. Your part is to enjoy the process while we handle the details with care and discretion.

Do your services only include films? What about books?

Film captures the essence of a person in ways nothing else can: the sound of their laugh, the sparkle in their eyes, the way they pause before sharing a memory. It is immersive and unforgettable.

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For those who wish, we can also create heirloom books to complement a film. These are beautifully designed, crafted to hold photographs, letters, and stories in a form meant to be touched, held, and passed down. Together, a film and a book offer a legacy both enduring and resonant.

Do you travel?

Yes. Our world-class production team travels wherever your story calls us. Whether filming in the intimacy of your home or across the globe, our presence is attentive, comfortable, and refined.

Do you use AI?

The heart of our work is human. Storytelling is built on trust, listening, and presence. We use AI thoughtfully for support tasks like transcription, scheduling, and research. The art of the story comes from our team’s training, experience, and interview skill honed over decades. Every Keepsake is crafted with human eyes, hands, and minds from start to finish.

Ready to create a story that lives on? Let’s Talk!

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