Our Story.
Real stories. Real people. Real life on film.
OUR MISSION & VISION
We capture and share authentic stories of real people, bringing truth, humanity, and connection to the screen.
It is our goal to be a trusted ally in storytelling - creating films that inspire, uplift, and leave a lasting impact for generations.
OUR VALUES
Collaboration - We believe the best stories are co-created, shaped by voices working together.
Community - We center people, building connection, and belonging through the stories we tell.
Creativity - We approach every project with imagination, artistry, and innovation.
Life - We honor real experiences, embracing both the ordinary and extraordinary moments.
Authenticity - We tell stories with honesty and integrity, staying true to the people and brands we represent.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
Agencies choose IRL Films when they want national-caliber production with the responsiveness and reliability of a trusted local partner.
From concepting and scripting to production and post, IRL Films owns the entire video process, saving time and money too often wasted because of misalignment or production drag.
People retain far more from video than from text alone. As attention spans shrink and expectations rise, video has become the most effective way for brands to communicate clearly and be remembered. IRL partners with agencies and brands to ensure when video stories are seen, they stick.
About Steph Lokelani
FOUNDER, CEO, PRODUCER, CONSULTANT
Trust.
A filmmaker and producer, Steph Lokelani helps agencies and brands execute excellent video work without chaos, compromise, or creative dilution. Creative agencies trust Steph Lokelani as a production partner they can always rely on to deliver work that matters.
Outsource the logistics to stay on strategy.
When agencies need to outsource video, Steph makes sure it is handled, from concept and scripting through production and post-production so your team can stay focused on strategy instead of drowning in logistics.
Creativity without the B.S.
Steph’s approach balances cinematic storytelling with the operational discipline agencies and enterprise teams demand. With experience across nonprofits, tech, and global brands like HP, Steph brings discernment and proactive problem-solving to every project.
Aloha! I’m Steph, short for Stephanie Michelle Lokelani Cullen. Yes, those are two middle names, not two last names; it’s tradition in our Hawaiian culture. I am a Kānaka Maoli (Native Hawaiian) and direct descendant of King Kamehameha, living in Boise, Idaho. Despite not having an ocean anywhere near me, I have been in Boise for over 20-years and through that time have made incredible friends and connections both in the independent film community and the business community.
I first fell in love with filmmaking when I was a kid living in Hawai’i. As the oldest of four, I would force my siblings to act out scenes from my favorite TV show, Pippi Longstocking. They’d oblige, because they had to. I’d write the content and direct them, while they would act out the characters, with me playing Pippi, of course. During that same time, in the early 80’s my dad rented the movie E.T. on Betamax and the rest is history. That movie changed my life! It showed me how magical storytelling could be and that anyone could do it with a pack of Reese's Pieces and friends who have your back.
With a Bachelor of Science in Digital Cinematography from Full Sail University, class of 2017, and a Master of Arts in Communication with an emphasis on New Media and Marketing from Southern New Hampshire University, class of 2023, I use my training, experience, and knowledge to enhance the content we create at In Real Life Films.
It was during my last couple of courses in my Bachelor program that I formed my first LLC, #OMGFemaleFilmmakers, and kept that production company side-hustle going until January of 2022, when I decided to take a leap and leave my corporate job as a video creator for HP (Hewlett-Packard), giving up seven years of cushy benefits to work for myself full time.
From the beginning, #OMGFemaleFilmmakers has been dedicated to amplifying voices and telling stories with purpose. As our reach has grown, so has our responsibility to create space for both nonprofits and corporations to share their truth. In Real Life Films is a place for corporate and agency clients to experience the same authentic, human-first storytelling that defined OMG. Together, we’re committed to telling stories that illuminate the real people behind the work. #OMGgoesIRL
How We Work.
Our Services.
VIDEO PRODUCTION
Video production with In Real Life Films means more than cameras and edits. It’s a true collaboration as we bring campaigns to life with authenticity and care.
MEDIA CONSULTING SERVICES
If you’re looking for clarity on best practices, workflow, or how to support your in-house marketing team, our CEO and Producer, Steph Lokelani is here to support you.
PODCAST PRODUCTION
Influence your industry as a thought leader through audio and video podcasting and audio book recordings.
STUDIO
A space to create your next masterpiece, host callback auditions, content creation days, and parties.
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