Cornish Life Stories is a series of micro-films commissioned by Museum of Cornish Life, Helston. 

Cornish Life Stories - The Serpentine Runway
Completed March 2023 
Horace Stone recounts how life on the Lizard was impacted by the Second World War. The film blends documentary with animation by Ruby Ingleheart and music by awen co-director, Nick Harpley.

Cornish Life Stories - World War II
Completed March 2022
This micro-film introduces us to Beryl who recounts her memories of being brought up during WWII. The film blends documentary with animation by Maria Majkowska and music by awen co-director, Nick Harpley.

3 x micro short films discovering the stories associated with objects held at The Museum of Cornish Life, Helston
Completed 2021

Cornish Life Stories - Gabbroic Pottery
Animation mixed with documentary explores the ancient history of Gabbroic rock and pottery, found on the Eastern side of the Lizard peninsula, retold by archaeologist Dr. Imogen Woods.

Cornish Life Stories - Helston Railway
A railway staff, part of the signalling system, reveals the story of the Helston branchline and Chris Heaps' personal connection.

Cornish Life Stories - The Porthallow Banner
An old, faded, delicate banner tells the story of tea treats and chapels in the St. Keverne parish on the Lizard Peninsula.

Funded by Awards for All, The Tanner Trust