The north star

Honouring The Queen’s 70 years of service

Services

Sectors

Community, culture and inclusion

Client

The Royal Family

Project Name

The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

Credits

A person with short light brown hair and glasses, wearing a brown jacket over a black shirt, smiling whilst standing indoors in front of a glass wall and some plants.

A smiling young man with glasses and a beard wears a dark green Seaszn 19 baseball jersey. He stands indoors in a bright room with glass walls, plants, and a blue chair in the background.

Seventy years of service

Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee was a historic moment for the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth. It marked 70 years of service, unity and change, and stood as both a celebration of longevity and a tribute to a lifetime of dedication and leadership.

Two young girls sit at a desk with microphones and papers, dressed in formal jackets and appearing focused as they prepare to speak or read, with elegant curtains and décor in the background, celebrating The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

File photo dated 13/10/1940 of Princess Elizabeth (right) and Princess Margaret after they broadcast on "Children's Hour" from Windsor Castle. Queen Elizabeth II gave a televised message to the nation during the coronavirus outbreak.

Sharing her story

Over her reign, The Queen guided the nation through decades of challenge and change, while remaining a constant presence in public life. Being part of this milestone meant creating something that not only honoured her legacy but also connected with people in a way that felt authentic and memorable.

We brought her story to life through film, drawing on archival footage to highlight the themes, values and defining moments of her reign.

The film series celebrated the Platinum Jubilee through four core themes: Our Queen, constant in culture, heartbeat of history, and life in service. Each one offered a different perspective on The Queen’s reign, creating a collective portrait of her legacy.

A 1935 Canadian $20 note featuring a portrait of a woman on the left, marked Banque du Canada and Vingt Dollars in French. The primarily black and beige note is a unique collectible, especially during The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee year. Serial: F004951 in red.

Four colourful pop art portraits of Queen Elizabeth II, each with vibrant colour schemes, are displayed side by side on easels in front of bookshelves, celebrating The Queen's Platinum Jubilee in a lively library setting.

A British £10 banknote featuring a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on the right, intricate security patterns, a seated Britannia figure on the left, and ornate lettering—an elegant reminder of The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

A performer wearing a jewelled crown and a red, gold-embroidered royal cloak holds the crown above his head on stage, set against a dark blue background, evoking the grandeur of The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

Model in a red dress sits barefoot on the floor, wearing a royal crown and holding a golden sceptre, celebrating The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee against a white background on the cover of Vogue magazine with the headline “A Royal Salute.”.

Cartoon cover of Peppa Meets The Queen, featuring Peppa Pig and a smiling queen wearing a crown, standing in front of a castle and trees under a blue sky with a sun, celebrating The Queen's Platinum Jubilee.

A woman dressed in black with a wide-brimmed hat, pearl necklace, and brooch stands sombrely before a wall of colourful flowers, evoking the elegance seen at The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

A painted portrait of an elderly woman with white, curled hair, wearing a jewelled crown and pearl earrings, gazing forward with a neutral expression. Visible brushstrokes add texture, celebrating the elegance of The Queen's Platinum Jubilee.

A doll dressed as a queen in a white gown, blue sash, and tiara stands in an ornate room with red carpets, chandeliers, and elegant chairs—a tribute to The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

A woman with short curly hair wears a vintage military uniform with buttons and insignia, standing indoors beside a wooden doorway as sunlight streams through curtains—a look that echoes the timeless elegance of The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

A cartoon scene in The Simpsons style features a royal-looking woman, hinting at The Queen's Platinum Jubilee, wearing a crown as a man presents a fluffy white cat. Behind them, a TV displays Homer Simpson shirtless in a garden and a painting hangs on the wall.

Our Queen

Our Queen explored The Queen’s connection to her people and the many ways she touched lives around the world. From awarding honours to ordinary people who achieved extraordinary things to the annual Christmas address, she was a constant and personal presence in millions of households.

A woman in formal attire and a man in a scout uniform stand before uniformed men, with a stone building and arched windows behind them. The black-and-white image evokes the spirit of The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

A woman in a fur coat and hat smiles whilst walking past a row of uniformed sailors standing at attention indoors, evoking scenes reminiscent of The Queen's Platinum Jubilee; several men in suits are visible in the background.

A group of smiling children wave flags and cheer, dressed in coats. The black and white photo captures their joyful celebration outdoors—perhaps marking a special event like The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

A large group of children sit closely together, many holding and waving Union Jack flags, likely celebrating The Queen's Platinum Jubilee. Most children are looking in the same direction, some with ribbons in their hair. The image is black and white.

At The Queen's Platinum Jubilee outdoor ceremony, a woman in a light green coat and hat stands beside a man in a tan outfit with a blue feathered headdress, surrounded by officials and onlookers in both formal and traditional attire.

Queen Elizabeth II stands in the centre wearing a pink dress as people around her applaud during an Olympic event, with the Olympic rings in the foreground—a fitting tribute ahead of The Queen's Platinum Jubilee.

A woman in a bright pink coat and hat greets a man in a wheelchair on a lawn during The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, surrounded by people in formal attire, with a historic stone building and trees in the background.

An elderly woman in a dark coat shakes hands with a uniformed officer outside a stone building, as several others in military uniforms stand nearby, saluting and observing during The Queen's Platinum Jubilee.

A woman in a white coat and hat stands next to a plaque that reads London Bridge, opened by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, with additional dedication text—commemorating The Queen's Platinum Jubilee—mounted on a wall with a red curtain.

An elderly woman wearing a bright yellow hat with blue and yellow flowers and a matching yellow coat smiles whilst looking to the side during The Queen's Platinum Jubilee. People and blurred figures are visible in the background.

An elderly woman with white hair, dressed in a light blue dress with white embroidery, sits on a cushioned bench by a window. Outside, a stone castle stands proudly—an elegant nod to The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

Constant in culture

Constant in culture highlighted The Queen’s unique role in both British and global culture, from fashion and music to sporting events and the opening of iconic landmarks. Her reign spanned decades of rapid social change, yet she remained a familiar and unifying figure throughout.

A woman wearing a hat, gloves, and fur coat smiles and waves from behind a curtain whilst holding a baby dressed in white on her lap, capturing the warmth and elegance of moments celebrated during The Queen's Platinum Jubilee.

Queen Elizabeth II, dressed in a bright pink coat and hat, exits a train and shakes hands with a man in a suit on a red carpet, whilst Prince Philip stands behind her, during The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations.

An elderly woman in a lavender coat and hat, holding a bouquet of flowers, smiles whilst walking past a crowd of people taking photos and waving flags during The Queen's Platinum Jubilee.

A group of men in grey suits with red ties pose for a formal photo in an ornate, gold-accented room. An elderly woman in lavender, celebrating The Queen's Platinum Jubilee, sits at the centre with a trophy and a dog at her feet.

An older woman, dressed in a white textured dress with a crown and glasses, stands at a lectern for The Queen's Platinum Jubilee. Adorned with a diamond necklace and brooch, she addresses the audience as microphones capture her words.

Heartbeat of history

Heartbeat of history illustrated The Queen’s role as a human lens on history. She was a key presence through national tragedies such as Aberfan, Lockerbie and Grenfell, as well as moments of celebration including the Olympics and World Cup triumphs. It showed her ability to embody the nation’s resilience and unity in times of both grief and joy.

A woman in military uniform sits smiling in the driver’s seat of an old military vehicle, the door open and a spare tyre behind her. The black-and-white photo evokes memories celebrated during The Queen's Platinum Jubilee.

A young girl in a vintage dress hugs a small dog outdoors, her gentle smile reflecting the warmth of The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations, whilst the contented pup relaxes peacefully in her embrace.

A woman and a young girl, dressed in ornate attire and sparkling jewellery, smile for the camera during The Queen's Platinum Jubilee. Both wear crowns; the woman waves gracefully whilst the girl stands proudly in front.

Four women in military uniforms smile and chat whilst examining an engine under an open vehicle bonnet, evoking the camaraderie of the Second World War era—a fitting tribute to service celebrated during The Queen's Platinum Jubilee.

A group of women in military uniforms study a map together at a classroom table, their teamwork reflecting the spirit of The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. Two women in the foreground are focused on the map, whilst others work in the background.

A black and white photo showing an older man in formal attire standing beside a young woman wearing a tiara, sash, and elegant gown, both smiling and dressed for a ceremonial event during The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

A uniformed woman on horseback wipes her face with her hand during The Queen's Platinum Jubilee, with a blurred crowd in the background. The image is in black and white.

A woman in a red military uniform and black hat with a red plume salutes whilst riding a black horse, accompanied by another uniformed individual, during The Queen's Platinum Jubilee ceremony.

A man in a dark suit bows slightly whilst shaking hands with an older woman in a light-coloured dress in an ornate room, decorated for The Queen's Platinum Jubilee, with a fireplace, clocks, and elegant items in the background.

An elderly woman in a bright blue coat and matching hat smiles among a group of people, including a person in an orange boilersuit holding a white hard hat, as they celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee in a cheerful and friendly atmosphere.

An elderly woman in a pale pink outfit, white hat with feathers, and black gloves smiles whilst standing outdoors during The Queen's Platinum Jubilee, surrounded by a small crowd, some of whom are taking photos.

Life in service

Life in service traced The Queen’s journey of devotion to her role and her people. From the young woman who never expected to be monarch to the world’s longest-reigning Queen, it celebrated a lifetime of service that defined an era.