Why Legacy Docs?
Memories fade. Stories get lost.
One day, the people we love won’t be here to tell them.
For many families, there’s no high-quality record of a parent or grandparent’s voice, laugh, stories, or wisdom — until it’s too late.
The Gift of Legacy
There comes a time when we realize the most valuable gift we can give future generations is the story of those who came before.
Legacy Doc creates cinematic, 45–60 minute documentary films that capture your loved one’s life story while they are still here to tell it.
Through guided interviews, stunning visuals, and custom music, we preserve their personality, values, and life experiences — so future generations can know them just as you do.
What to Expect
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Discovery Call – Learn your family’s story, history, and goals.
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Plan Production – Develop thoughtful interview questions & collect photos/videos.
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Filming – 1–3 days capturing interviews, home footage, and meaningful places.
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Editing & Music – Weave stories, archival material, and an original score.
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Delivery – Receive a beautiful heirloom film digitally and on keepsake media.
Packages & Investment
Limited Sessions Each Year
To ensure each story receives the care it deserves, we accept a limited number of Legacy Doc projects annually. Packages begin at $8,000.
Package 1: Legacy Film
Perfect for capturing one person or one couple’s story in a single sitting.
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One-day on-location shoot – We spend a full day filming in your loved one’s home (or meaningful location).
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1–2 primary interviews – One person, one couple together, or two people separately (for couples who want their own unique perspectives).
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45–60 minute finished film – Edited like a cinematic feature, combining interviews with beautiful B-roll.
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Integration of family photos & video clips – We scan and include your most meaningful memories.
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Original custom music score – Crafted specifically for your film to evoke emotion and set the tone.
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Final Delivery – Digital file + keepsake USB for your family archive.
Best for families who want a simple, heartfelt portrait of a loved one before memories fade.
Package 2: Legacy Plus
More time, more stories, more moments preserved forever.
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Two full filming days – Allows for deeper storytelling, multiple interview locations, and a relaxed pace.
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Extended interviews – Capture additional stories, wisdom, and reflections that unfold naturally with more time.
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Multiple participants – Parents, siblings, or a small circle of close family and friends can join in.
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Extra cinematic B-roll – More shots of the family home, favorite spaces, heirlooms, and meaningful locations.
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Archival photo/document scanning – We preserve old letters, certificates, and family photographs within the film.
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Extended 60–75 minute final film – A fuller narrative of your loved one’s life story.
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Digital + keepsake USB delivery + archival master file
Best for families who want a richer portrait of a parent, couple, or family matriarch/patriarch with room for multiple perspectives.
Package 3: Legacy Premium
The complete family heirloom experience.
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Multi-day, multi-location production – We travel to multiple homes, hometowns, or special locations to tell the full story.
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Multiple family members featured – Include children, grandchildren, friends, and mentors for a layered narrative.
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Professional drone cinematography – Capture exterior establishing shots of family homes, farms, or special landscapes.
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“Generations Cut” (10–15 min edit) – A shorter highlight version perfect for sharing at family reunions or holidays.
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Custom hardcover “Legacy Book” – A printed companion book featuring stills from the film, key quotes, and transcripts.
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Complete digital archival package – Long-term preservation files for future generations.
Best for families who want to document an entire legacy — multiple voices, places, and generations — for a once-in-a-lifetime heirloom piece.
Meet the Expert
Kendall Johnson
Kendall Johnson is an award-winning filmmaker and composer whose work has been featured on Netflix, DreamWorks, Nickelodeon, Cannes Film Festival, and more. With a unique ability to combine cinematic visuals and original music, Kendall crafts deeply personal, emotionally powerful stories that resonate for generations.
Having worked on major productions and intimate documentaries alike, Kendall brings both technical mastery and heartfelt storytelling to each Legacy Doc project — ensuring your family’s history is captured with dignity, beauty, and care.
Ready to Tell Your Legacy?
When it comes to standing out and making the process easy, Underdog Film has your back. Through cinematic storytelling and original music, we help tell your story, and move your audience.
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Create a Work of Art that honors your legacy for generations to come
Our Work
These are just a few of the videos we have done for clients!
