The Easiest Way to Preserve Your Family's Story

You have two conversations with real humans. We handle everything else.

Professional video biographies filmed in their home. Edited and delivered in 4-6 weeks.

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50+ Families Served
★★★★★ 5-Star Reviews from Every Client
4-6 Weeks From Filming to Delivery
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"It Really Happened" - A Memoria Films Clip

This clip showcases our unique approach in blending interview, archival photos and video, music, and even commentary on family heirlooms. We give every client this same care and attention to detail.

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Henry
"Memoria Films far exceeded our expectations delivering a family treasure that will be shared for generations to come."
— Ruben, grandson of Henry
Heather
★★★★★
Sharon
"What they created will be treasured for future generations, for all those grandchildren I will never be able to meet."
— Sharon
Sharon
★★★★★
Mark and Stephanie
"The final video is a beautiful snapshot of my parents and something my family and I will treasure for generations to come."
— Erica, daughter of Mark & Stephanie
Teal
★★★★★
Teal
"You will be blown away by the impact Sean is able to make and the memories he is able to create."
— Teal, mother of Gemma
Erica
★★★★★
Pat
"We laughed and we cried watching the video and now we have this amazing story told by my Dad to share with his kids, grandchildren and great grandchildren."
— Cindy, daughter of Pat
Beverly
★★★★★
Henry
"Memoria Films far exceeded our expectations delivering a family treasure that will be shared for generations to come."
— Ruben, grandson of Henry
Heather
★★★★★
Sharon
"What they created will be treasured for future generations, for all those grandchildren I will never be able to meet."
— Sharon
Sharon
★★★★★
Mark and Stephanie
"The final video is a beautiful snapshot of my parents and something my family and I will treasure for generations to come."
— Erica, daughter of Mark & Stephanie
Teal
★★★★★
Teal
"You will be blown away by the impact Sean is able to make and the memories he is able to create."
— Teal, mother of Gemma
Erica
★★★★★
Pat
"We laughed and we cried watching the video and now we have this amazing story told by my Dad to share with his kids, grandchildren and great grandchildren."
— Cindy, daughter of Pat
Beverly

How It Works

Show up for two conversations. We handle everything else.

1

Discovery Call

We learn about your family and the stories you want to preserve. We'll answer all your questions.

15 minutes
2

Pre-Interview

We meet with you in person to learn about your loved one's life and craft custom questions designed to spark the best stories.

1-2 hours
3

Interview Filming

Our team comes to their home with professional equipment. Your loved one simply shares their stories.

2-3 hours
4

We Handle the Rest

We digitize photos and tapes, edit everything into polished chapters, and deliver your keepsake film.

4-6 weeks

That's it. No weekly emails. No scanning photos yourself. No editing software to learn.

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Family Stories

See what families are saying about their experience.

Henry

Henry

The Situation

Ruben wanted to give his 97-year-old grandfather the gift of having his stories professionally preserved. As a close friend of Sean's, he trusted Memoria Films to make it happen.

What We Did

Henry's house in Blythe was tiny — but we made it look amazing. He shared incredible stories from his time in the merchant marines. Months later, clips from his film were featured at his celebration of life.

Teal and Gemma

Gemma

The Situation

Gemma passed away at just 10 years old. Her mother Teal wanted to preserve the memories and stories of those who knew and loved her.

What We Did

We filmed Gemma's friends and family sharing their favorite stories of her, right in her bedroom — creating a deeply personal keepsake.

Sue

Sue

The Situation

Sue's granddaughter Heather was asked by her grandmother to write her biography — and felt overwhelmed by the task. That's when she discovered Memoria Films.

What We Did

Sue was our very first client. We captured her story and wove in images from her life into a full-length film. When the family gathered to watch it together in the same room she was interviewed in, it was a truly unforgettable moment.

Derakhsh and Pantea

Derakhsh & Pantea

The Situation

Pantea is an estate planning attorney who understands the value of documenting what matters. As a younger couple with a young family, she and Derakhsh wanted to preserve their stories and their children's childhood memories — because preserving your story doesn't have an age requirement.

What We Did

We filmed their stories at home — at one point, their youngest son climbed into frame and sat on their lap, creating a priceless moment he'll treasure when he's older.

Randy

Randy

The Situation

After being diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer, Randy's family wanted to preserve his story. In addition to his life story, Randy chose to record a personal message for his loved ones.

What We Did

We captured Randy's life story and a personal message that was played at his celebration of life. Being in the room for that moment was unforgettable — a powerful reminder of the impact a preserved story can leave behind.

Mark and Stephanie

Mark & Stephanie

The Situation

Erica wanted to surprise her parents with a video biography as a holiday gift, but had a very limited schedule and wanted everything handled.

What We Did

We provided sample questions, helped with location and wardrobe, and even created a gift announcement video. On shoot day, we made sure everything was perfect.

Pat

Pat

The Situation

Cindy wanted to give her Dad the gift of having his life story preserved — something the whole family could share for generations.

What We Did

We drew out Pat's best stories on film with patience and care. The family laughed and cried watching the final video together.

Charles

Charles

The Situation

Beverly wanted to give her husband Charles the perfect 70th birthday gift — the chance to share his story. With a big birthday bash planned back in Mississippi where he grew up, the timing couldn't have been better.

What We Did

We captured Charles's story and his film premiered at the celebration, where he watched it with his closest family. He preserved his story at the perfect age — blending wisdom, health, and a clear mind.

Pricing for Every Family

Choose the package that fits your family's story.

Interview Package

A professionally filmed conversation, delivered as a complete keepsake.

$2,995
Affirm or $84/month with Affirm
  • Pre-interview research & custom questions
  • Professional filming (up to 3 hours)
  • 4K video with pro lighting & audio
  • Basic editing & color grading
  • Digital delivery in 1-2 weeks
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Film Package

Your stories transformed into cinematic chapters with photos, music, and archival footage.

$5,995
Affirm or $168/month with Affirm

Everything in Interview Package, plus:

  • Up to 10 polished story chapters (3-5 min each)
  • Photo & tape digitization included
  • Music, transitions & advanced editing
  • Digital delivery in 4-6 weeks
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Custom Package

For families who want something truly special.

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Additional options include:

  • Multiple family member interviews
  • Drone & location filming
  • Historical research & licensing
  • Custom music composition
  • Premium physical packaging
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Payment plans through Affirm. 0%–36% APR based on credit. Learn more

See the Difference

Interview Package

With our interview package, there is minimal editing. You will hear their stories exactly as they were told, and you may hear our interviewer's questions.

Film Package

We may arrange parts of their interview to create a powerful story. This clip was created by pulling two different portions of stories from Charles' interview, and adding movement to one of the most important photos in his life.

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Film Package clients receive both the interview and film versions.

Founder of Memoria Films

A Note from Our Founder

After helping dozens of families preserve their stories, I know exactly what's probably holding you back:

  • "Is this really worth the investment?"
  • "Will my mom/dad even want to do this?"
  • "This seems overwhelming..."
  • "My parents hate being on camera."

These are the exact concerns I hear from almost every family. And every single time, they tell me afterward it was one of the most meaningful things they've ever done.

Let's Talk About Your Family's Story

Common Questions

What if my parent is camera-shy?

This is our most common concern—and it's never been a problem. Our storytellers create a comfortable, conversational environment. Most people forget the camera is there within 20 minutes.

Why are other services so much cheaper?

Budget services require YOU to do the work: organizing photos, conducting interviews, learning editing software. With Memoria, you have two conversations—we handle everything else.

How long does the whole process take?

4-6 weeks from filming to delivery. Your family's time commitment is minimal: a 15-minute discovery call and a 2-3 hour interview. That's it.

What if they don't finish their stories?

We allow up to 3 hours of filming, which is plenty for most interviews. Our pre-interview prep ensures we cover the stories that matter most.

Do you travel outside Southern California?

Yes! We're happy to travel. Additional fees apply for locations outside our primary service area. Contact us to discuss.

What do I need to prepare?

Nothing! We handle pre-interview research and question prep. If you have photos or tapes you'd like included, we'll digitize those too.

Why Family Stories Matter

Children who know their family stories have higher self-esteem and resilience.

Sharing stories is a powerful tool for personal healing and connection.

Stories activate our brains in ways facts alone never can.

Your family's stories deserve to be preserved. Let's make it happen.

Ready to Preserve Your Family's Story?

Book a free 15-minute discovery call. No pressure—just a conversation about your family and how we can help.

During your call, we'll:

  • Learn about your family's unique story
  • Answer all your questions
  • Help you choose the right package
  • Discuss timeline and next steps

No sales pressure. If we're not the right fit, we'll tell you.

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Download our free guide: "100+ Life Story Questions"

Broken into convenient chapters, we've compiled these questions over years of doing this work to cover every aspect of your loved one's life story. Use them at your next family gathering—or save them for your video biography session.

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