Soup Kitchen Productions (SKP) began as Soup Kitchen Theatre in the 1990s, serving up bite-sized midday shows at Melbourne/Naarm’s Athenaeum Theatre, complete with a complimentary cup of warm soup, all for just $5! Founded by Catherine Hill, the initiative championed new Australian writing while she simultaneously worked as a script editor and story consultant in film and television, sparking her passion for screen storytelling.

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After producing several short films, Soup Kitchen Productions was fully realised in 2017 when Catherine embarked on her debut feature, SOME HAPPY DAY. Despite lockdown delays, the film achieved an independent theatrical release and garnered success across international festivals in 2021 and 2022.

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Recognised for its authentic and sensitive portrayal of homelessness, SOME HAPPY DAY took on a new life as a social impact film, setting the foundation for SKP’s mission:

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To create film and tv that inspires change

to build a better world.

 

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Thus began SKP’s journey into Social Impact Narrative filmmaking. In partnership with Impact Producer Rowen Smith (SCREENKIND) and Actor/Producer Cecilia Low, SOME HAPPY DAY toured Australia with a year of impact screenings, culminating in 2024 with its greatest achievement: integration into the Australian high school curriculum via Cool.org and tertiary education via ClickView, helping students engage with the complex realities of homelessness.

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With a firm commitment to storytelling that drives social change, SKP is currently developing five new projects, each selected for its potential to create impact and inspire action.

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