Stories that move people
The Power of Story is a production company and consultancy specializing in social impact entertainment (SIE). In short, this means any type of media content that inspires positive social change.
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If you want to change the world, start with a great STORY.
Why do stories matter?
OUR FOUNDATION
Stories are fundamental to the way we share knowledge and make sense of the world. They can expand empathy across social and political divides. They can give us meaning, purpose and a chance to look at the world differently. Stories can change us.
All this is why storytelling can play a vital role in addressing the unprecedented global problems we face today. Our industry has a responsibility to wield the power of storytelling to make a positive impact. Together, we must all rise to the challenge.
INSPIRING TANGIBLE ACTION
WHAT Is SIE?
Social impact entertainment (SIE) can take the form of a film, documentary, TV show, play, or any other kind of media content — as long as it tells a story that inspires positive social change. Take, for example, the way Blood Diamond sparked demand for conflict-free gems, or Food, Inc. ignited a new wave of eco-conscious eaters.
By connecting with audiences on a deep emotional level—by speaking to their humanity—SIE is able to move people into action.
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Good intentions aren’t enough in the entertainment industry.
Creators need to trigger people’s deepest emotions.
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Our Work
BEYOND ENTERTAINMENT
The State of SIE
Mapping the Landscape of SIE
Beyond Our Differences
In the Pipeline
UP NEXT
After more than a decade of work in SIE and international development, The Power of Story is putting everything we have learned into practice with our first documentary and social impact campaign. Working with Harvard Professor Dr. Robert Livingston, The Conversation is a radically non-judgmental and scientific approach to ending systemic racism.
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Behind the Lens
Behind the lens
OUR FOUNDER
Peter Bisanz
Filmmaker and pioneer in the emerging field of Social Impact Entertainment (SIE)
Founding Executive Director for the Skoll Center for SIE in Hollywood, the first of its kind
Director: Beyond Our Differences
Former Head of Communications and Development for the World Economic Forum’s think-and-do tank (the Global Agenda Councils)
Former Head of Development for Paramount Pictures’ The Ladd Company
Named Young Global Leader by World Economic Forum
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