Out of the Shadows
In a world affected by climate change, conflict, and economic instability, it is always the most vulnerable people that suffer – often from neglected diseases for which there is no cure. Our newest film, Out of the shadows – the story of DNDi, is about three Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiative (DNDi) scientists from Brazil, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Sri Lanka, and follows their work to develop cures for patients who have lived in the shadow for too long.
Filmed to mark DNDi’s 20-year anniversary, Out of the shadows tells the story of how our unique, not-for-profit drug development partnerships have delivered new treatments that have saved millions of lives and put certain diseases, like sleeping sickness, on the pathway to elimination. But the film also shows why these alliances are needed for the next 20 years: both for climate-sensitive diseases like dengue, but also to ensure that even the most neglected patients reap the benefits of today’s AI-powered revolution in drug discovery.
Out of the shadows was shot by the South African film company Scholars, with whom DNDi produced A doctor’s dream, which won the World Health Organization’s inaugural Health for All Film Festival.
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Project Type:Documentary, Short
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Runtime:15 minutes 18 seconds
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Completion Date:October 18, 2023
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Country of Filming:Brazil, Congo, the Democratic Republic of the, Sri Lanka, Switzerland
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Language:English, French, Portuguese
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Shooting Format:Digital, Red Komodo, Red Gemini
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Aspect Ratio:4k and 1080p
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Film Color:Color
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First-time Filmmaker:No
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Student Project:No
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Special screen on Spanish newspaper El PaisMadrid
Spain
October 18, 2023
https://elpais.com/planeta-futuro/2023-10-19/la-iniciativa-que-desarrolla-medicamentos-para-los-1000-millones-de-personas-ignoradas-por-las-grandes-farmaceuticas.html
Greg Lomas: An Award-Winning Film Director with A Unique Storytelling Style.
Greg Lomas, an accomplished film director, holds a unique edge in weaving narrative-driven film content shaped by his rich and diverse background. Co-founding Scholars Film alongside his childhood friend, Colwyn Thomas, Greg has successfully turned his fervor for storytelling into award-winning productions that resonate on a global scale.
Possessing a multi-dimensional toolkit from his background in diverse domains - including art direction, marketing, graphic design, documentary photography and journalism - Greg has mastered the art of producing a wide array of film content. His portfolio extends across scales and genres, spanning from large-scale television commercials, branded content, to long-form documentary films and series productions.
His heart, however, belongs to documentary filmmaking, where he has found his calling in curating human-centric stories that capture the essence of shared human experiences.
Celebrating the triumph of their SAFTA-award-winning independent feature documentary 'To Skin a Cat,' Greg and Colwyn have evolved Scholars into a renowned production house. Their focus: unveiling inspiring narratives from Africa that command a global appeal.
Under Greg's direction, Scholars Film has produced numerous distinguished film campaigns. Clients they've worked with include T+W, SuperSport, DNDi, DStv, Medicine Sans Frontiers, BBC Storyworks, and Genero. Their work consistently marries impactful storytelling with high-level production, creating cinematic masterpieces which have been recognized internationally.
Notable accolades include the Grand Prix at the inaugural WHO Health For All Grand Film Festival in 2020 for 'A Doctor's Dream,' produced for DNDi. The following year, Greg was lauded as the top director in the Loeries Film category, thanks to his direction of the Grand Prix-winning 'Chasing the Sun' for T+W, which also won the Best "Made for TV Documentary" SAFTA for 2021.
Continuing his journey of critical acclaim, the T+W limited series, directed by Greg, 'Two Sides' earned an International Emmy nomination in the Sports Documentary category for 2023.
The journey signifies Greg Lomas' remarkable passion and devotion to his craft, a testament to his unwavering commitment to capture and project compelling stories from Africa to the world.
As a film director, my journey into the world of storytelling has been shaped by a diverse background in art direction, marketing, graphic design, documentary photography, and journalism. This unique fusion has enriched my skill set, allowing me to create a broad range of film content across genres and scales, from commercial productions to branded content and long-form documentaries.
However, my true passion lies in documentary filmmaking, where I am able to tell raw, human-centric stories that resonate with audiences on a profound level. These narratives capture the essence of shared human experiences, ultimately connecting us all.
Co-founding Scholars Film with my childhood friend Colwyn Thomas, we have cultivated a successful production company that focuses on telling inspiring and impactful stories from Africa, yet with a global appeal. We embrace the challenges of creating films that captivate hearts and minds, simultaneously pushing creative boundaries, exploring new perspectives, and illuminating untold stories.
As our body of work continues to grow and gain recognition, my commitment as a storyteller remains unwavering: to produce powerful, authentic, and engaging content that transcends boundaries and resonates with audiences worldwide.
Greg Lomas