Safeguarding & Children’s Services
Story-led films that raise awareness, spark
understanding and create real change
Our actor-led Talking Heads films help safeguarding teams communicate difficult topics with honesty, empathy and clarity. Whether you are raising awareness, supporting training or sharing stories informed by lived experience, we create narrative led content that connects with people and supports meaningful understanding. Our scripts are shaped by research, professional insight and collaboration with people who have lived experience.
Films shaped for safeguarding professionals
Every script we create is informed by extensive research, professional insight and collaboration with people who have lived experience of safeguarding issues.
We then work with experienced actors to bring these stories to life in a safe, controlled and sensitive way.
The result is a powerful, honest portrayal that helps audiences understand complex issues while protecting those whose experiences inspired the work.
THE CHALLENGE: Safeguarding issues are complex, emotional and often hidden
CCE, CSE, coercive control and contextual safeguarding involve experiences that many people struggle to talk about openly. Survivors may not want to appear on camera or it may not be safe for them to do so.
That’s where actor-led storytelling becomes so effective, as it allows us to communicate truth without placing emotional burden or exposure on the people whose experiences inform the work.
WHY THIS STYLE WORKS
Why Talking-Head storytelling is so effective in safeguarding
This style strikes the perfect balance between authenticity and protection. Because actors can portray emotions clearly and directly to camera, the audience gets a meaningful emotional connection without placing survivors at risk.
Our films work because they are:
Authentic – grounded in real stories and professional insight
Emotionally impactful – performances capture nuance, fear, confusion and humanity
Ethically safe – no survivor is required to disclose or be filmed
Clear and accessible – easy to understand, suitable for all training levels
Flexible – ideal for awareness work, staff training and PSHE
Cost-effective – powerful content without complex production needs
Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE)
This film is a curated showreel of Talking Heads performances that explore the emotional and relational complexities of Child Sexual Exploitation. The clips are taken from a series of scripted monologues shaped by real stories and lived-experience insight.
The performances cover themes such as secrecy, blurred boundaries, misplaced loyalty, manipulation and the difficulty many young people face in recognising abuse or disclosing what has happened to them. The films featured have been used for staff training, PSHE sessions and wider awareness work.
WHAT WE OFFER
Safeguarding-focused film production
Awareness Films
Short, impactful pieces for campaigns, social media and community engagement.Narrative & Case-Study Films
Scripts informed by lived experience that help explain difficult issues in a human, accessible way.Training & Educational Films
Clear, practical films designed for staff training, safeguarding induction and PSHE sessions.
Child Criminal Exploitation (CCE)
This film is a short showcase of our actor-led Talking Heads work focused on Child Criminal Exploitation. It brings together a series of scripted monologues, each performed straight to camera, highlighting key themes such as grooming, fear, control, emotional vulnerability and county lines.
Each monologue is based on careful research and collaboration with professionals and people with lived experience, allowing us to portray the reality of exploitation in a safe and ethical way. The films featured have been used for awareness campaigns, staff training and community engagement.
SUPPORTING SAFER OUTCOMES
These stories highlight the realities of CSE, CCE and exploitation, but they also guide young people, families and professionals toward safer choices. Each film helps audiences recognise red flags earlier, understand where to get support and feel more confident speaking up or asking for help.
Our focus isn’t just awareness. It’s clarity, reassurance and practical steps that lead to safer outcomes.
Each film guides viewers toward safer outcomes by showing:
• how grooming, manipulation and control can be recognised earlier
• how young people can spot red flags and trust their instincts
• where they can go for support, locally and online
• how parents and carers can respond calmly and constructively
• how professionals can open conversations that make a real difference
WHY 2 PEARS FILMS?
Ethical, trauma-aware filmmaking
We understand the sensitivity of safeguarding content. Our actor led approach allows us to explore difficult themes with depth and emotional truth, while protecting contributors and ensuring every story is handled responsibly.
We combine:
Trauma-aware practice
Collaboration with safeguarding professionals
Careful research and script development
Sensitive direction of actors
Ethical storytelling that prioritises safety, dignity and accuracy.
This gives your team powerful training and awareness tools without compromising ethical standards.
Supporting organisations across safeguarding and social care
CCE and CSE focused teams and services
Local Authority Children’s Services
Youth offending and Early Help teams
Multi-agency Safeguarding Partnerships
Schools & Multi-Academy Trusts
Domestic Violence & Coercive Control organisations
Let’s talk
If you’d like to discuss a project, explore an idea or see how narrative-led films could support your safeguarding work, we’d love to hear from you.