February 2024
‘Tommy
& Barnes’
Rave x Padmore & Barnes
This charming mockumentary, written and directed by Marc Thomas, for Rave x Padmore & Barnes’s collab shoe, offers a humorous glimpse into the lives of Padmore fan Tommy and his Irish wolfhound Barnes, who knows a trick or tw... who knows a trick. With its innovative approach to advertising, wit, and distinctive aesthetics, "Tommy & Barnes" is a true delight.
Director: Marc Thomas / Director of Photography: Louis Evennou / Colorist: Nadia Khairat / Editor: Simon Tristant / Styling: Maud Dupuy / Title design: Atelier Pierre Pierre / Cast: Augustin De Winter, Sharon Mann, Sylvain Baumann, Shamrock / Executive Producer: Evan Djenki / Production Company: Solab Pictures
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March 2024
‘The Grit’
Amazon
BAFTA-nominee Molly Manning Walker brings her directorial prowess to "The Grit" for Amazon, crafting a cinematic homage to women's football. Through Manning Walker’s powerful storytelling and with the exceptionally skilled eye of Harry Wheeler as Director of Photography, every scene is captured with vivid imagery, from the gritty intensity of the muddy fields to the restorative solace of locker room ice baths. Manning Walker's vision transforms the game into a symbol of passion and perseverance, showcasing the dedication and tenacity of the athletes.
Director: Molly Manning Walker / DOP: Harry Wheeler / Colorist: Simone Grattarola / Editor: Eve Ashwell / Sound: Sam Ashwell, Jake Ashwell / Producer: Maddy Easton / EP: Kate Taylor / Production Company: Rogue
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March 2024
‘Ocean’
Else
With a gripping storyline and striking visuals, Mohamed Chabane and Théo Jourdain direct this music video for ‘Ocean’ by Else, following two brothers, part-human and part-aquatic, navigating a world overwhelmed by pollution and control.
Director: Mohamed & Théo / Director of Photography: Adolpho Veloso / Colorist: Emiliano Sorrentini / Editor: Mohamed Chabane, Danilo Abraham, Stephanie Dusmenil, Morgan Mirza / Cast: Giacomo Mancini, James Dowell / FX Makeup Artist: Rebecca Mignot / Prosthetics Artist: Guy Bonnel / Stylist: Marion Brillouet / Production Designer: Sabrina Forte / Producer: Camille Richardeau / Production Company: Frenzy Paris
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March 2024
‘Valentine’
Tourist
Directed by Ozzie Pullin, the music video for "Valentine" by Tourist immerses viewers in the world of an amateur artistic swimming team. With stunning cinematography by Spike Morris, Pullin creates a strangely enchanting experience that truly captivates even those not typically drawn to water ballet.
Director: Ozzie Pullin / Director of Photography: Spike Morris / Colorist: Tom Mangham / Editor: Sam Bould / Art Director: Ella Åström / Wardrobe: Neil Ednie / Cast: Seymour Artistic Swimmers (Carolina, Charlotte, Francesca, Innes, Justine, Lucy, Natasa, Nuria) / Producer: Pete Wilson / Executive Producer: Harry Barber, Rob Wildsmith / Production Company: DadBod Films
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March 2024
‘Jane Doe’
Ghen
The music video for "Jane Doe" by Ghen is truly a hidden gem directed by Mike Cruz. With Ian Rigby behind the camera, expertly capturing each moment with stunning visuals, and colorist Joseph Bicknell adding an extra touch of magic, this production truly captivates. Cruz's direction skillfully guides the narrative, delivering an emotionally resonant experience that we believe deserves more recognition. There are two edits out there, with this being our favorite.
Director: Mike Cruz / Director of Photography: Ian Rigby / Colorist: Joseph Bicknell / Title Design: Ken Nelson / First AC: Joshua Borgogni / Gaffer: Anthony Ortiz / AD: Pierce Kempton / Sound: Mic Walker / Cast: Jeremy Turnbull, Aaron Quantz, William Batres, Rob Shit / Color Producer: Cassidy Conway / Producer: Sergio Silva / Produced by: Kitchen Media
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March 2024
‘Welcome Back to Earth’
Salomon
Through beautiful and abstract transitions, devoid of CGI, we follow our protagonist from city streets to serene alpine landscapes, arriving at a stone formation nestled in the breathtaking Dolomites. Elena Petitti di Roreto's direction masterfully captures the landscape's majestic allure, drawing from her personal childhood connection to the Alps.
Director: Elena Petitti di Roreto / Director of Photography: Kasper Tuxen, Giuseppe Favale / Editor: Francesco Roma / Post Production: The Mill / Production Designer: David Bersanetti / Stylist: Joy Sinanian / Producer: Gaelle Delaporte, Rok Orazem, Lada Sekulic / Executive Producer: Jean Ozannat / Production Company: Henry
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March 2024
‘Keep Your Enemies Closer’
Champions League
Director Anderson Wright brings a touch of romance to the Champions League with his new film "Keep Your Enemies Closer" where couples, each sporting different team shirts, lock lips in various everyday settings (yes, we visit our friendly neighbourhood psychic daily). Wright's direction infuses the scenes with intimacy and charm, turning the celebration of love and rivalry into a delightful cinematic experience.
Director: Anderson Wright / Director of Photography: Gabriel Connelly / Color: Kaitlyn Battistelli / Editor: Sam Hardy / Producer: Vesta Tuckute / Production Company: Pavilion Works
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March 2024
‘Europa-träume’
Brutalismus 3000This music video for "Europaträume" delves into the depths of collective somnambulism against the backdrop of the artist's hometown, Berlin. Set under the city's grey skies, amidst dark parking garages and corner shops illuminated by harsh fluorescent lights, the video features individuals awakening from their slumber to the jolting sounds of Brutalismus 3000. Moritz Matlik's cinematography captures the awakenings with spell-binding rawness, while Matthias Gratz's editing infuses the video with captivating and irresistible momentum. All under the superb direction of Mau Morgó.
Director: Mau Morgó / Director of Photography: Moritz Matlik / Editor: Matthias Gratz / Colorist: Jonny Thorpe / Producer: Ava Doorley, Amelie Geiss / EP: Jakob Preischl / Production Company: BWGTBLD
March 2024
‘Built to Resist’
Eastpak
Guy de la Palme celebrates the spirit of those who dare to be different in his commercial for Eastpak featuring an eclectic cast of characters adorned in quirky costumes, complemented by the brand’s bags. Director of Photography Pierre De Villiers brilliantly captures each scene with vibrant hues and imaginative compositions.
Director: Guy de la Palme / Director of Photography: Pierre De Villiers / Editor: Joris Willems / Stylist: Tessa Halvorsen / Hair & Makeup: Merle Titus / Music & Sound: Audiotheque / Executive Producer: Eva Van Riet / Production Company: Caviar Brussels
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March 2024
‘Knockout Chaos’
Riyadh SeasonCinematic arcade-style K.O. chaos directed by Romain Chassaing. Starting in a 90's New York, this promo trailer features former champions Anthony Joshua and Francis Ngannou in an epic Street Fighter showdown that takes us around the world. With a production budget that surely rivals a small nation's GDP, the film blends visually striking live-action, captured by Nico Poulsson, with some truly amped-up pixel art by The Mill.
Director: Romain Chassaing / Director of Photography: Nico Poulsson / Colour: Arthur Paux / Editor: Manuel Coutant / PD: David Bersanetti / Costume: Claudia Martins / Sound: BMM Network / VFX: The Mill / Producer: Tom Cartwright / EP: Simon Cooper / Production: Academy Films