Stories have power.
What’s yours?
INTRODUCTION
Production House is an award-winning content production company dedicated to crafting compelling, character-driven stories that inspire audiences. We specialize in producing high-quality documentaries, branded content, and narrative films that capture real-life stories in an engaging and cinematic way.
Our goal
Production House is seeking a developmental partnership with Wayfarer Studios to produce and distribute a slate of emotionally resonant, commercially viable documentaries.
Our slate leverages the power of niche storytelling to build passionate core audiences while delivering universal themes that resonate with mainstream viewers.
why it works
Strategic Value to Wayfarer Studios
Brand-Aligned Content: Each project carries themes of hope, humanity, and impact that reflect Wayfarer’s core identity.
Cross-Platform Appeal: Designed to succeed across streaming, theatrical, and social platforms with strong hooks and promotional tie-ins.
Buzz-Building Model: Our production approach creates assets (BTS, social vignettes, short-form interviews) during filming to fuel early marketing momentum.
Proven Team: Led by award-winning filmmaker Adam Gacka, Production House has a track record of success at SXSW, Chicago International Film Festival, and with civic partners like the City of Chicago and CPS.
SAnta
a feature documentary
Tim Burger is a former Marine, devoted husband, federal contracting manager—and Santa Claus. But for Tim, being Santa isn’t about red suits and sleigh bells. It’s about leading with kindness every day of the year, showing that the true spirit of Christmas lives in how we treat each other.
TRICOCI
a feature documentary
An immigrant armed with a pair of shears and a dream, Mario Tricoci transformed the beauty industry from the ground up — “Tricoci” is a powerful documentary portrait of a world-class hairstylist, visionary entrepreneur, and mentor who redefined what it means to make someone’s day.
RADIO FLYER
a feature documentary
An immigrant’s dream, a childhood icon, and a family legacy spanning over a century—The Red Wagon traces the rise of Radio Flyer from its humble origins in a Chicago workshop to becoming one of America’s most beloved brands, exploring how a little red wagon shaped generations and continues to evolve in a changing world.
Pug queen
a feature documentary
LOGLINE
A former Playboy Playmate trades glamor for grit as she and her partner rescue abused pugs by the dozens—facing heartbreak, chaos, and the daily challenge of running a dog sanctuary that tests the strength of their relationship.