coming soonFeature documentary on the North’s next Industrial Revolution
"The Northern Powerhouse Partnership (NPP) is pleased to support this production to showcase the huge economic opportunity the North of England represents.
We’re looking forward to highlighting our industrial legacy, innovation assets and strengths in sectors such as green energy and advanced manufacturing, as the North builds its position on the world stage."
Leadership interviews with founders or senior executives and the people behind the organisation
Facilities, technology and operations as well as innovation and industry expertise and the surrounding landscape and communities connected to the business.
Each participating organisation will receive premium visual assets captured during filming, which can be used across marketing, recruitment, brand storytelling and investor communications.
Crafted for broadcast, streaming, and global distribution.
From social media reels to brand films that captures your company brand story.
Northern Made is a sweeping cinematic feature documentary that journeys across Northern England, revealing the people, industries and ideas driving one of the most powerful regional transformations in the world today.
From the financial towers of Manchester to advanced manufacturing plants in Sheffield, from life science labs in Leeds to global trade ports in Liverpool and the vast clean energy landscapes along the Northern coast, the film captures a region moving at speed. A place built on industry now racing to redefine itself through innovation, investment and ambition.
Structured with the pace and tension of a high stakes drama, the documentary follows multiple companies and pioneers across key sectors shaping the modern North. Fintech disruptors, clean energy developers, digital innovators, advanced manufacturers, property visionaries, creative leaders and global investors are all chasing defining moments that could transform their businesses and entire communities.
At the heart of the story lies the belief that connectivity unlocks opportunity. The journey towards Northern Powerhouse Rail becomes a powerful narrative thread, symbolising the region’s determination to reshape its economic future by linking cities, talent and markets in ways never seen before.
Through cinematic access and intimate interviews, audiences witness the real human stakes behind billion pound decisions. Funding rounds that hang on a single conversation. Infrastructure projects battling political pressure and time. Scientific breakthroughs that promise global impact. Expansions that risk livelihoods as much as they create hope.
As the film travels across innovation hubs, research institutions, cultural centres and industrial landscapes, it reveals a globally connected North built on collaboration, creativity and resilience. A region where entrepreneurial spirit and world class talent are forging new industries in bio-technology, clean energy, digital technology, financial services and advanced engineering.
Northern Made celebrates the strength of Northern people. Engineers solving impossible problems. Founders refusing to leave the place that shaped them. Workers proud of their legacy. Visionaries building futures that extend far beyond regional borders.
Through immersive cinematography, aerial scale and emotionally charged storytelling, the North itself becomes the film’s central character. A landscape of beauty and power. Moorland wind farms. Freight trains cutting across valleys. Stadiums glowing under rain soaked skies. Cities alive with ideas and momentum.
This is not a film about the past.
It is about possibility.
A cinematic portrait of a region stepping onto the global stage, inviting the world to invest, collaborate, innovate and believe in what comes next.
Because in the North, progress is not predicted.
It is made.
This is the story of the North — and how it is transforming the future of industry.
Across Northern England, a new chapter of economic and technological progress is unfolding. From advanced manufacturing and clean energy to digital innovation, life sciences and infrastructure, the region is rapidly redefining its role on the global stage.
The rest of the world is beginning to notice.
At the heart of this transformation are the people and organisations shaping what comes next — visionary entrepreneurs, pioneering engineers, world-leading researchers and the businesses building the industries of the future.
Through cinematic storytelling, this film will capture the companies, institutions and innovators driving this new industrial landscape. Each organisation will be filmed over several days, allowing the production to document not only the scale of their operations but the people, ideas and ambition behind them.
Shot with the production values of a feature film, the documentary will combine breathtaking aerial cinematography, immersive on-location filming and intimate interviews with industry leaders.
The result will be a powerful portrait of a region in motion — a place where industrial heritage meets cutting-edge innovation, and where the next generation of global industries is being built.This is more than a film about industry.
It is the story of a region shaping the future.
A New Industrial Revolution
The North helped build the modern industrial world. Today a new generation of industries — clean energy, advanced manufacturing, digital technology and life sciences — are shaping the next era of global innovation.
The Power of Northern Cities
Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Sheffield, Newcastle and other Northern cities are forming a powerful economic network where businesses, universities and innovators collaborate to drive growth.
The People Behind the Transformation
At the heart of the North’s resurgence are the entrepreneurs, scientists, engineers and leaders building the companies and technologies shaping the future.
Innovation and Global Competitiveness
From world-leading research universities to high-tech industrial clusters, Northern England is becoming a centre for breakthrough innovation with global impact.
Collaboration Across the North
Through devolution, regional partnerships and collaboration between cities, the North is increasingly working together to unlock its economic potential and present a unified proposition to international investors.
The North’s Cultural Identity
Beyond industry, the North is defined by creativity, pride of place and a spirit of resilience that continues to inspire innovation and progress.
Northern companies are invited to participate in the film through a range of opportunities designed to showcase the organisations shaping the region’s future.
Selected companies will be featured through cinematic storytelling, with the production team filming on location to capture leadership interviews, facilities, innovation and the people behind the business.
Participating organisations may feature within the film’s narrative, align as brand partners, and receive high-quality visual assets created during filming that can be used across marketing, recruitment and communications.
Together, these contributions will help tell the story of the North as a global centre for innovation, industry and economic growth.
Together, these opportunities allow companies to align their brand with a landmark film celebrating the North’s economic strength and global potential.
If your organisation is interested in participating in the production or supporting the project, we would love to hear from you.
Book a call with the production team to learn more about how your organisation can become part of this landmark film showcasing the future of Northern England.
The film will showcase the breadth of innovation and economic strength across Northern England by highlighting organisations operating in some of the region’s most important and fast-growing industries. Featured sectors will include advanced manufacturing, clean energy and sustainability, biotechnology and life sciences, digital and technology, financial and professional services, transport and infrastructure, and the creative industries.
The production will also explore the role of world-leading universities, research institutions and education providers that support innovation across these sectors. Together, these industries represent the powerful ecosystem that is driving economic growth and positioning the North of England as a global centre for industry, innovation and investment.
This film will act as a powerful global showcase for Northern England, highlighting the region’s people, industries and innovation to international audiences. By telling the story of the companies, pioneers and institutions shaping the future of the Northern economy, the production aims to strengthen the region’s reputation as a world-leading destination for investment, talent and collaboration.
Through cinematic storytelling, the film will help attract investors, students, entrepreneurs and visitors to the region, encouraging the world to live, work, study and do business in the North. Ultimately, it will serve as a compelling calling card for Northern England — promoting its industrial strengths, inspiring new partnerships and supporting long-term economic growth across the region.
Produced by Scott & Sid Studios which was founded by award-winning filmmakers Scott Elliott and Sid Sadowskyj.
The company gained international recognition for the feature film Scott and Sid, which won Best British Film at the National Film Awards UK, and for the acclaimed regional showcase Project Yorkshire narrated by Sean Bean.
Since its inception, the studio has grown into a multidisciplinary production company delivering cinematic storytelling across film, television and brand-led content.
Filmed in 4k and 6k RAW using Sony FX3, Red Komodo-X, Go-Pro's and DJI Mavic Pro 4, the narrative is told through a combination of talking heads and cinematic footage.
Production is currently underway.
The film will premiere at a major launch event and will be supported by an international marketing campaign across digital platforms including YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram and other social media channels.
Promotion will also be supported through networks connected to the Northern Powerhouse Partnership, regional leadership organisations and industry groups across the North.
The project aims to position Northern England as a world-leading destination for innovation, talent, investment and collaboration.
Northern England is entering a defining moment in its economic history.
Across the region, a powerful transformation is underway as new industries emerge and cities collaborate in ways never seen before.
Government industrial strategy, regional devolution and major infrastructure investment are creating the conditions for unprecedented growth. New innovation zones, freeports and industrial clusters are attracting investment and accelerating the development of emerging sectors.
At the same time, the global economy is undergoing rapid change, with countries competing to lead the industries of the future — from clean energy to artificial intelligence.In this context, Northern England represents one of the United Kingdom’s greatest opportunities for growth.
Yet the scale of the region’s economic potential is still not widely understood beyond the North itself.
This film aims to change that.
Through cinematic storytelling, it will present the North to the world as a place where innovation, industry and ambition are shaping the future.
The film is designed to reach a broad international audience while specifically targeting individuals and organisations who influence investment, talent and collaboration. This includes global investors, business leaders, policymakers and entrepreneurs who are exploring opportunities in emerging innovation hubs. It will also appeal to students, researchers and skilled professionals considering where to study, live and work, as well as international companies looking to establish partnerships or expand operations in the UK.
By showcasing the North of England’s industries, innovation and quality of life, the film aims to position the region as a compelling destination for investment, talent and global collaboration.