SOZO21.

WE ARE SOZO21.

IMAGINE. CREATE. INNOVATE.

SOZO21 is a dynamic film production company founded by Director & award winning Editor Kazeem Manzur alongside Cinematographer Matt Perry who share a collective vision for creating captivating stories.

The name "SOZO" is derived from the Japanese word, reflecting our commitment to the essence of creation and innovation.

THE SIDEMEN STORY | NETFLIX 2024
Trended #1 in Top Ten Films on Netflix UK
PINTEREST X CHANEL X V&A | CAMPAIGN | 2023

At SOZO21, we believe in the power of storytelling. Our mission is to weave narratives that resonate, inspire, and leave a lasting impact on audiences. From concept to completion, we are dedicated to the entire filmmaking process, working across all forms of content to bring compelling stories to life.

NIALL HORAN’S HOMECOMING: THE ROAD TO MULLINGAR | AMAZON PRIME 2022
Winner of the ‘Best Use Of An Influencer Or Celebrity’ award at the Brand Film Awards 2023 
Finalist in the ‘Brand Documentary’ category at the Brand Film Awards 2023
Nominated for ‘Favourite Documentary’ at the 2022 IHeartRadio Music Awards
MERCEDES-AMG PETRONAS F1 TEAM | 2023 SEASON | DIGITAL 2023

IMAGINE.

We encourage bold and imaginative thinking, pushing ourselves to explore new worlds, perspectives, and narratives. We strive to showcase stories that not only entertain but also challenge and inspire audiences to see the world through a different lens.

DIGGA D | 11 STEPS FORWARD, 10 STEPS BACK | DOCUMENTARY 2023
Screened at Everyman Cinemas 2023

CREATE.

At the heart of SOZO21 is creation. We thrive on generating fresh ideas that push the boundaries of conventional storytelling. Whether it's a thought-provoking brand series, a captivating documentary, or cutting-edge digital content, we are driven to create films that sparks curiosity and engages viewers on all levels.

BLAST.TV | COUNTERSTRIKE 'EUROPEAN MAJOR' | DIGITAL 2023
PINTEREST X BBC STUDIOS | 'CAPSULE WARDROBE' SERIES | DIGITAL 2023
RAINBOW SIX 'EUROPEAN LAUNCH' | DIGITAL 2023

INNOVATE.

We always aim to bring new ideas and innovation to every project. From initial concept development to the final edit, we are here to collaborate, innovate and bring your stories to life. 

Welcome to SOZO21.

CROWDSTRIKE 'DRIVING AMBITION' | BRANDED SERIES 2022
EXTREME E 'HYDRO X PRIX' | DIGITAL 2023
BBC TALENTWORKS X SOPHIA THAKUR | DIGITAL 2023
CARWOW | DIGITAL SERIES 2023
DELSEY PARIS X ALFA ROMEO | COMMERCIAL | 2023
VELOCE X GUMBALL 3000 | DOCUSERIES 2023
NOTHING ‘FINAL STRETCH’ SERIES | DIGITAL 2022
UNIVERSAL MUSIC GROUP ‘SHOWCASE’ | 2021 & 2022
ISLE OF MTV MALTA | MTV 2022
PROJECT ONE | FEATURE DOCUMENTARY | APPLE TV 2022
L&P X M&C SAATCHI | ‘LET’S DO LONDON’ CAMPAIGN | 2022
ARCADE ‘TRAVEL SERIES’ CAMPAIGN | 2022
VELOCE X REFLO ‘LEGACY’ SERIES | DIGITAL 2022
JOE LYCETT’S BIG PRIDE PARTY | CHANNEL 4 2022
OCEANR 'THREADS OF CHANGE' CAMPAIGN | 2022
AURORA MEDIA | 'ALULA MOMENTS' EVENT | 2022
M&C SAATCHI X KENWOOD CAMPAIGN | 2022
MPA CREATIVE X MOTO GP | DIGITAL 2022 
PINTEREST ORIGINALS | 2022
THE MAKING OF: SAUL CANELO ALVAREZ | DOCUMENTARY SERIES | DAZN ORIGINALS 2022
WRONG GENERATION CAMPAIGN | 2021
JUICED: OLD RED | 2021
MERCEDES-EQ FE TEAM | CAR LAUNCH 2021
AER ‘SEEDRS’ CAMPAIGN | 2021
TERMS AND CONDITIONS: DEEPER THAN DRILL | FEATURE DOCUMENTARY | 2021
Nominated for ‘Editing: Documentary / Factual’ at the RTS Craft & Design Awards 2022
SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME X TIKTOK | COMMERCIAL 2021
ADIDAS ‘UFDS’ CAMPAIGN | 2021
RAISE YOUR GAME: WITH GARETH SOUTHGATE | FEATURE DOCUMENTARY | YOUTUBE ORIGINALS 2021
TOXIC: TALES OF BULLYING IN THE UK MEDIA INDUSTRIES | SHORT FILM | 2021

Screened at the British Film Institute and Royal Television Society
GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS ‘BREAK THE RECORD’ SERIES | YOUTUBE KIDS 2021
HOW TO BE BEHZINGA | DOCUMENTARY SERIES | YOUTUBE ORIGINALS 2020
Nominated for ‘Best Documentary Series’ at the Content Innovation Awards 2021
Entered into BAFTA Craft Awards 2021 for ‘Best Editing’
METABOLIC ‘40/20 WORKOUT’ | DIGITAL 2020
THE BIG NIGHT IN | BBC ONE 2020
A DAY IN THE LIVE WIZKID | YOUTUBE ORIGINALS 2020
HACKETT ‘CHRISTMAS EXPRESS’ | DIGITAL 2020
PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND X FREUDS | ‘BETTER HEALTH’ CAMPAIGN | DIGITAL 2020
COMEDY CENTRAL AT THE EDINBURGH FRINGE | COMEDY CENTRAL 2020
STREAM #WITHME | YOUTUBE ORIGINALS 2020
BIRTHDAY SONG X LEWIS CAPALDI | DOCUMENTARY | YOUTUBE ORIGINALS 2019
IWC X MERCEDES-AMG | LAUNCH 2023
PETRONAS X MERCEDES F1 | 2022
F1 ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX | 2022
VOLVO X THRONECAST | SKY ATLANTIC 2019
LEXUS X MARK RONSON ‘MAKE YOUR MARK’ | 2017
CANNES AMFAR | 2017
MTV X MADONNA | MTV 2019
GETTY X QATAR MALL | 2017
SMALL FORTUNES | ITV 2018
CELEBRITY BOXING | BBC 1 2018
YOUR FACE OR MINE | COMEDY CENTRAL 2019
VOLVO X THRONECAST | SKY ATLANTIC 2019
DELIVEROO X SUNDAY BRUNCH | COMMERCIAL 2019
INVESTEC EPSOM DERBY | DIGITAL 2019
THE ONLY WAY IS ESSEX | ITV 2 2019
THE MURDER CAPITAL | LIVE 2019
TESCO ‘DANCE BEATS’ CAMPAIGN | 2019
MTV ISLE OF MALTA FESTIVAL | MTV 2018
MICHAEL MCINTYRE’S BIG SHOW | BBC 1
HACKETT CHRISTMAS CAMPAIGN | 2018
MTV EMA BILBAO | MTV 2018
DISNEY ON ICE | 2018
HACKETT SPRING CAMPAIGN | 2018
INVESTEC TOGETHER AS ONE CAMPAIGN | 2018
JOURNEY TO THE POLE | DOCUMENTARY | AMAZON PRIME 2018
Winner of the ‘Environmental Spotlight Award’ & ‘The Impact Award’ at the Adventure Uncovered Film Festival 2018
Shortlisted for 1 Cannes Lion Award, 2 Drum Awards and 1 M&M Award
DAWN FRENCH ME.YOU A DIARY | 2018
MEERKAT MOVIES | 2018
SPORTS RELIEF | BBC 1 2018
SPORTS RELIEF | BBC 1 2018
FASHION FORWARD DUBAI | 2017
LITTLE BIG SHOTS | ITV 2017
DANTDM ON TOUR | AMAZON PRIME
ALL TOGETHER NOW | BBC 1 2018
HACKETT CHRISTMAS CAMPAIGN | 2017
INNER CIRCLE POLO | 2017
MTV ISLE OF MALTA | MTV 2017
LEXUS X MARK RONSON ‘MAKE YOUR MARK’ CAMPAIGN | 2017
KIDS CHOICE AWARDS | NICKELODEON 2017
LTA BRITISH TENNIS | 2017
HILTON HONORS X LIVE NATION ‘ONE REPUBLIC LIVE AT ABBEY ROAD STUDIOS’ | 2017
GETTY X QATAR MALL | 2017
CANNES AMFAR | 2017
HACKETT ‘BRIGHT AS RAIN’ SPRING CAMPAIGN | 2017
THE BRITISH INDEPENDENT FILM AWARDS | 2016
 MTV EMA ROTTERDAM | MTV 2016
COMIC RELIEF | BBC 1 2017
RED NOSE DAY | BBC 1 2017
KSI EUROPEAN BEAST | 2016
FASHION FORWARD DUBAI | 2016
6 DAY LONDON | EUROSPORT 2016
LOVE TO READ | BBC 1 2016
MICHAEL MCINTYRE’S BIG SHOW | 2016
DON BROCO LIVE IN ‘THE SANCTUM LOCK IN’ | 2016
SUPERDRY | 2016
INVESTEC ‘#OUR JOURNEY’ CAMPAIGN’ | 2016