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The Best Work You May Never See: BETC Breaks The Speed Limit With Outlaw Runners For DISTANCE
Recently a new law was put into practice in France limiting the speed limit for vehicles to just 30km/h (18 mph) within the city of Paris, putting the French capital to a standstill. What is perceived as really bad news for motorists and drivers is pretty good news for environmentalists---and those who want to push their own limits. DISTANCE, a boutique running store, decided to take this new speed limit as a challenge.
Traktor, TBWA\Chiat\Day LA Bring Serena Williams and Wonder Woman Together To Save The Day For DIRECTV Stream
Front Page Traktor, TBWA\Chiat\Day LA Bring Serena Williams and Wonder Woman Together To Save The Day For DIRECTV Stream Traktor, TBWA\Chiat\Day LA Bring Serena Williams and Wonder Woman Together To Save The Day For DIRECTV Stream By Robert Goldrich Saturday, Aug. 28, 2021 54 views Log in or register now! On August 2nd, DIRECTV became a new company comprising all of AT&T’s previously held U.S. video assets.
The Best Work You May Never See: Canadian Paralympic Committee, BBDO Canada Builds Inclusivity With "Para Expansion Pack"
Tokyo 2020 marks the first Canadian primetime broadcast of the Paralympic Games, and the Canadian Paralympic Committee (CPC) is marking the occasion by taking inclusivity to a whole new arena. While one of the world’s most beloved building toys has included figures representing emergency service workers, astronauts and even popular science fiction characters, it has never truly reflected the parasport community. Until now.
Havas Group launches Havas Sovereign Technologies
Front Page Havas Group launches Havas Sovereign Technologies Havas Group launches Havas Sovereign Technologies -- To meet the challenges raised by the acceleration of innovation and to inject meaning into the core of technological projects, Havas Group has launched Havas Sovereign Technologies. Havas Sovereign Technologies offers its clients end-to-end support in appropriating innovations, protecting their reputation and mitigating the risks associated with new technologies.
First group of presenters set for Creative Arts Emmy Awards
Front Page First group of presenters set for Creative Arts Emmy Awards First group of presenters set for Creative Arts Emmy Awards NOHO ARTS DISTRICT, Calif. -- The Television Academy and executive producer Bob Bain announced the first group of presenters for the 2021 Creative Arts Emmy® Awards, hosted over two consecutive days on Saturday, Sept. 11, and Sunday, Sept. 12.
Letitia Wright injured filming stunt on "Black Panther 2"
Front Page Letitia Wright injured filming stunt on "Black Panther 2" Letitia Wright injured filming stunt on "Black Panther 2" This image released by Disney -Marvel Studios shows Letitia Wright in a scene from "Black Panther." Wright is being treated in a hospital after sustaining minor injuries on the Boston set of “Wakanda Forever.” A Marvel spokesperson says in a statement Wednesday, Aug.
M2Jets, Premier Private Jet Company, Partners with Entertainment Visionary To Build Sports & Entertainment Division
Front Page M2Jets, Premier Private Jet Company, Partners with Entertainment Visionary To Build Sports & Entertainment Division M2Jets, Premier Private Jet Company, Partners with Entertainment Visionary To Build Sports & Entertainment Division M2Jets Aviation Group launches Sports and Entertainment Division amidst three hundred percent spike in private charter and jet sales.
Voyage Media Launches "True War Stories" Podcast Series
Voyage Media, an open platform that connects storytellers with audiences to create film, television and podcast content, announced it has launched its highly anticipated "True War Stories: Mission Report" podcast series -- the third series in the Firm's new podcast division. "True War Stories: Mission Report" is an anthology of historically true, gripping war stories told by the veterans who lived them, that will captivate listeners and fascinate history and war buffs.
Sony Music Publishing Signs Mimi Webb To Global Deal
Today, Sony Music Publishing UK announced the signing of breakout singer-songwriter Mimi Webb to an exclusive worldwide agreement, covering both catalog and futures.
Becky Smialek Ascends to Executive Producer Role for Cutters Editorial Detroit
Cutters Studios is very proud to announce the promotion of Becky Smialek to Executive Producer of Cutters Editorial Detroit. The announcement was made by Cutters Studios President/Managing Director Craig Duncan and Cutters Studios Detroit CEO Steve Wild. Based in New York City in 2014, Smialek seized the opportunity to return home to Detroit as Director of Business Development for Cutters Editorial, before expanding her duties to represent all disciplines under the Cutters Studios brand.
World Trailer Awards 2022 Announces Inaugural Competition Honouring the World's Top Creatives in Entertainment Marketing
Announcing the Call for Entry for the inaugural World Trailer Awards (WTA), honouring the world's best creatives who are marketing the world's best entertainment. WTAs celebrate outstanding entertainment marketing across Cinema, TV (Broadcast & Cable), Gaming, Podcast & Radio, Streaming Services and Social Media. The awards are open for entry at worldtrailerawards.net through October 31, 2021.
Nina Meredith Directs St. Vincent In "The Art of Drive" For Porsche, Condé Nast
Front Page Nina Meredith Directs St. Vincent In "The Art of Drive" For Porsche, Condé Nast Nina Meredith Directs St. Vincent In "The Art of Drive" For Porsche, Condé Nast By Robert Goldrich Tuesday, Aug. 24, 2021 1 view Log in or register now! Condé Nast creative studio and Condé Nast in-house creative agency CNX has launched “The Art of Drive,” an innovative global content collaboration designed to educate and inspire the next generation of creators with boundary-pushing ideas and storytelling.
AICP's Camp Kuleshov contest returns, sets lineup of source films
Camp Kuleshov, AICP’s annual trailer competition for all assistants in postproduction, has returned for 2021 with a new slate of films for assistants to reimagine as they show off their creative and craft skills across the categories of Editorial, Graphics and Sound Design.
Hong Kong to amend law to step up film censorship
Hong Kong authorities on Tuesday said they plan to amend a film censorship law to forbid screenings of movies deemed contrary to national security. The proposed changes to Hong Kong's Film Censorship Ordinance would step up censorship of movies in the semi-autonomous city, expanding an ongoing crackdown on political dissent that has led to the closure of various pro-democracy organizations and the arrests of dozens of activists.
Bilicki Joins Doner As ECD; Cabrera Returns As Strategy Director
Ad agency Doner has brought aboard Justin Bilicki as EVP, executive creative director and Felipe Cabrera as SVP, strategy director. Cabrera, in his second tour at Doner, will help scale the integrated strategy team by leveraging new tools and processes across a number of accounts. Bilicki will provide creative leadership for brands including Travelocity, Zyrtec and Listerine. Cabrera worked as SVP, strategy director at Doner in 2018.
Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts dies at age 80
Charlie Watts, the self-effacing and unshakeable Rolling Stones drummer who helped anchor one of rock's greatest rhythm sections and used his "day job" to support his enduring love of jazz, has died, according to his publicist. He was 80.
Ex-Iowa anchor hopes her age bias lawsuit changes TV news
As a prominent reporter and anchor at one of Iowa's biggest local television stations, Sonya Heitshusen was known for doggedly investigating injustices and holding the powerful accountable. A year after WHO-TV in Des Moines abruptly let her go, she is turning those skills on her former employer with a lawsuit challenging what she calls a widespread practice of removing older, female staffers from the air because of their looks.
Paralympic coverage breaks through on main NBC network for first time
NBC's Olympics coverage has long been built on a foundation of human-interest stories and showcasing athletes' road to the Games. The same philosophies will apply to the coverage of Paralympics, which will air on the network for the first time. Sunday will mark the first time that Paralympics coverage will air on the main NBC network and is part of 1,200 hours of programming airing across NBC, NBCSN, Olympic Channel and digital properties. The Paralympics began in Tokyo on Aug.
Olivia Burke joins Harbor as talent operations director
Harbor has hired Olivia Burke as talent operations director. Burke spent a decade with The Mill and has built a reputation as a skilled, creative talent acquisitions specialist, growing teams in the VFX, design, animation, live-action, editorial, and virtual production spaces. In this newly created role within Harbor, Burke will scout, recruit, mentor, and manage talent at all levels, as well as oversee hiring and onboarding in partnership with key internal stakeholders.
Renée Massé promoted to EP at Butter Music & Sound
Front Page Renée Massé promoted to EP at Butter Music & Sound Renée Massé promoted to EP at Butter Music & Sound -- International music and sound collective Butter Music and Sound has promoted Renée Massé to executive producer out of NY, stepping up from her previous role as sr. producer. Massé will oversee all of Butter’s NYC studio projects spanning original music, sound design, music supervision, sync and beyond, under NYC-based chief creative officer Andrew Sherman.
Partners + Napier Adds Matt Schwartz, Lisa Della Piana, Janine Perry, Rachel Meyer
Partners + Napier Adds Matt Schwartz, Lisa Della Piana, Janine Perry, Rachel Meyer Integrated creative agency Partners + Napier has brought on board Matt Schwartz as director, growth, Lisa Della Piana as associate creative director, Janine Perry as director, strategy, and Rachel Meyer as director of media.
Location manager Aine Furey named recipient of LMGI Life Achievement Award
Veteran location manager Aine Furey will receive this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award from the Location Managers Guild International (LMGI) at the 8th Annual LMGI Awards. With a career spanning almost four decades and over 400 hours of screen time, Furey can easily be called a pioneer who was instrumental in establishing Ontario as an attractive production environment for film and television production.
VMLY&R Grows Female Sr. Leadership Across Global and LATAM Teams
VMLY&R Grows Female Sr. Leadership Across Global and LATAM Teams Loren Blandon named global executive director, learning, growth and experiences; Nicole Mestres promoted to group director, LATAM; Valerya Borges joins as director, DEI for Brazil VMLY&R has appointed three new female leaders across its global and LATAM human resources and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) functions, building on the agency’s commitment to employee growth and development.
Lawsuit Challenging (Mis)Use of Academy Award Statuette Survives Motion to Dismiss
Since 1949, the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, Inc. and Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (together, the "Academies”) have bestowed Emmy Awards on worthy recipients to recognize excellence and achievement in television.
Toronto Film Festival Unveils Conversations, Industry Selects, Special Event Lineups
Toronto Film Festival Unveils Conversations, Industry Selects, Special Event Lineups Rounding out the 2021 Toronto International Film Festival program are the In Conversation With… series, the Special Events lineup and Industry Selects, a curated selection of 22 global films beyond the Official Selection menu that are available for sale. Additionally the festival has set its Platform Prize Jury.
Rotten ruling: UK judge decides against Sex Pistols singer over use of songs in TV series
A British judge ruled Monday that songs by punk trailblazers the Sex Pistols can be used in a forthcoming TV series despite the opposition of former frontman John Lydon. Ex-Pistols guitarist Steve Jones and drummer Paul Cook sued the singer, once known as Johnny Rotten, after he tried to block the music's use in "Pistol," a Disney-backed series based on a memoir by Jones.
"Empu--Sugar on the Weaver's Chair," "Nomad Meets The City" named inaugural AICEF Prize winners
The 14th edition of the Bali International Film Festival (Balinale) has selected Empu--Sugar on the Weaver’s Chair, directed by Harvan Agustriansyah, as its inaugural American-Indonesian Cultural & Educational Foundation (AICEF) Prize winner. Meanwhile the Middlebury New Filmmakers Festival (MNFF) in the U.S. has named Nomad Meets The City, directed by Anji Clubb, as its AICEF honoree.
Weta Digital joins forces with SideFX to advance cloud production with Houdini software
Visual effects studio Weta Digital has partnered with SideFX on a new software service combining Weta’s proprietary tools within SideFX’s award-winning Houdini application. The WetaH partnership will enable unprecedented levels of creativity, allowing artists to take advantage of the deep integration between Houdini and Weta Digital’s award-winning technology.
Director Adrian Yu Lands His 1st Commercial Representation, Joins m ss ng p eces
Director Adrian Yu Lands His 1st Commercial Representation, Joins m ss ng p eces Bicoastal production studio m ss ng p eces has added Adrian Yu to its directorial roster. Yu is a director, creative director, and new media artist who brings a multidisciplinary skill set to his projects. This marks his first commercial representation. Yu began his career interning at Sid Lee’s New York office while still a student in NYU’s cinema studies program.
"The Protégé" graded in DaVinci Resolve Studio
Nu Boyana Post Production deployed Blackmagic Design’s DaVinci Resolve Studio pipeline to complete picture post on Martin Campbell’s new thriller, The Protégé. The film, which stars Samuel L. Jackson, Michael Keaton and Maggie Q, tells the story of two world class assassins who share a mysterious past. It rejoins the story when Anna’s (Maggie Q) mentor Moody (Jackson) is murdered. She and Rembrandt (Keaton) must form an uneasy alliance and return to Vietnam to track down his killer.
Station Film's Brendan Gibbons Directs "Cats" For Rocket Mortgage
Front Page Station Film's Brendan Gibbons Directs "Cats" For Rocket Mortgage Station Film's Brendan Gibbons Directs "Cats" For Rocket Mortgage By Robert Goldrich Monday, Aug. 23, 2021 1 view Log in or register now! While you can’t control your neighbor (or her cats), Rocket Mortgage puts you in control of your home loan options. Station Film’s Brendan Gibbons directs “Cats,” via Rock Central, conveying that there is such a thing as “too much” even for ardent cat lovers.
Aerosmith and Universal Music Group Announce Historic Strategic Global Alliance
Aerosmith, the best-selling American hard rock band of all time, and Universal Music Group (UMG), the world leader in music-based entertainment, today announced a new expansive worldwide alliance spanning the iconic group's entire discography, merchandise and audio-video projects, that marks the beginning of a new era in the band's celebrated and illustrious career.
Danny Alvarez Joins GUT As Exec Creative Director
Global independent creative agency GUT has brought Danny Alvarez aboard as its newest executive creative director. He reports to Juan Javier Peña Plaza and Ricardo Casal, executive creative directors, North America, and global partners. Alvarez has already wrapped his first project as ECD at GUT, helping to creatively lead the launch of the booking platform GetYourGuide to the U.S. market through its #DogeToTheEarth campaign.
Nathan Carver joins 3AM as creative director
Entertainment marketing agency Wild Card Creative Group has brought Nathan Carver aboard as creative director of its creative content studio, 3AM. Reporting to 3AM executive creative director Tynesha Williams, Carver will collaborate with all departments to ideate and execute campaigns that immerse audiences into entertainment, gaming and brand worlds through social, digital, experiential and content-driven creative.
Goodby Silverstein, Directing Duo Augustus Punch Proclaim "Calilujah!" In Musical For Califia Farms
Front Page Goodby Silverstein, Directing Duo Augustus Punch Proclaim "Calilujah!" In Musical For Califia Farms Goodby Silverstein, Directing Duo Augustus Punch Proclaim "Calilujah!" In Musical For Califia Farms By Robert Goldrich Tuesday, Aug. 24, 2021 33 views Log in or register now! Words alone can’t describe the joy of sipping your first oatmilk latte. So Califia Farms and Goodby Silverstein & Partners (GS&P) made a musical instead.
Rob Carducci Returns to Devito/Verdi As Creative Director, Nearly 30 Years After Instigating Ad Agency's First Uproar
As an art director/copywriter at the fledgling DeVito/Verdi advertising agency in 1992, Rob Carducci's simple black-and-white print ad for a small chain of off-price clothing stores quickly provoked outrage and protests – and ultimately set the agency off on its renowned run of impactful ads that would come to mark its style over the next three decades.
Aaron Sorkin, Bart Sher, Jeff Daniels, Director Miky Wolf Herald Return To Broadway
Front Page Aaron Sorkin, Bart Sher, Jeff Daniels, Director Miky Wolf Herald Return To Broadway Aaron Sorkin, Bart Sher, Jeff Daniels, Director Miky Wolf Herald Return To Broadway By Robert Goldrich Monday, Aug.
"Beverly Hills Cop 4," "Dixon" Among 23 Features Selected For Latest Round of Tax Credits In California
"Beverly Hills Cop 4," "Dixon" Among 23 Features Selected For Latest Round of Tax Credits In California Twenty-three feature films have been selected for the latest round of tax credits under California’s Film & TV Tax Credit Program.
Sunny Nan named director of technology at Barbarian
Barbarian, the digital creative agency backed by Cheil, has appointed Sunny Nan as its director of technology. Nan joins from startup Coinback, where he was chief technology officer. Reporting directly to Barbarian’s CEO Steven Moy, Nan will work across the breadth of the agency’s clients, with specific responsibility for Caliber, Samsung, AMEX and Kendo. “Barbarian continues to push the envelope by merging creative and tech together to build industry leading customer experiences.
"Free Guy" Tops A Mixed Box Office Weekend
Four new films with major stars from Hugh Jackman to Michael Keaton opened in North American movie theaters this weekend and only the one with animated puppies fared well. But it wasn't enough to beat out Ryan Reynolds' action-comedy "Free Guy," which topped the charts for the second weekend running. "PAW Patrol: The Movie," a Paramount release targeted at very young kids that's also streaming on Paramount+, earned $13 million in ticket sales according to studio estimates Sunday.
Adobe to acquire Frame.io in deal valued at $1.275 billion
Front Page Adobe to acquire Frame.io in deal valued at $1.275 billion Adobe to acquire Frame.io in deal valued at $1.275 billion Adobe's Scott Belsky, chief product officer and executive VP, Creative Cloud -- Adobe (Nasdaq:ADBE) has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Frame.io, a cloud-based video collaboration platform.
Bunker Signs BRBR For U.S. Representation
Bunker is excited to announce the signing of directors BRBR for exclusive U.S. representation. BRBR is the film collective made up of Directors Luis Rojo, Nacho Villar, and Cinematographer Michal Babinec. The London/Madrid based trio have already made headlines worldwide with their Gold and multiple Silver Lion winning films, ‘Heroes of Today’ which tackles the tough topic of discrimination within a stunningly original and beautifully executed concept.
Nominations Announced For The 8th Annual Location Managers Guild International Awards
Nominees for the 8th Annual Location Managers Guild International (LMGI) Awards were announced today by LMGI President John Rakich/LMGI. The awards honor the outstanding and creative visual contributions by location professionals in film, television and commercials from around the globe. The LMGI Awards also recognize outstanding service by film commissions for their support “above and beyond” during the production process.
Street Talk for August 20, 2021
Monday, Aug. 30, 2021 Primetime Emmy Awards Final Round Voting Ends (10pm PT) Saturday, Sep. 11, 2021 Creative Arts Emmy Awards Sunday, Sep. 19, 2021 Primetime Emmy Awards Thursday, Sep. 23, 2021 Cine Gear Expo Monday, Oct. 4, 2021 ADG Awards Submissions Open
Top Russian independent TV station branded a "foreign agent"
Russian authorities on Friday (8/23) designated a top independent TV channel as a "foreign agent," intensifying pressure on critical media ahead of next month's parliamentary election. The Justice Ministry announced that the Dozhd (Rain) TV channel and the Vazhnye Istorii (Important Stories) investigative online outlet have been added to the list of "foreign agents," along with seven of its journalists.
Rep Report for August 20, 2021
Sibling Rivalry recently secured new West Coast representation with Shortlist, a talent management company led by Charlie McBrearty, Kelly O’Neill, Blythe Barger and Julia King. Sibling Rivalry’s roster of directors includes Emily Elizabeth, Joe Wright, Cameron Busby, William Armstrong, DZ, Mikon van Gastel, Jeff Bitsack, and Harrison Boyce....
David Droga Named CEO & Creative Chairman of Accenture Interactive
Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has appointed creative icon David Droga, founder and chairman of Droga5, as Accenture Interactive’s new CEO and creative chairman, effective September 1, 2021. Brian Whipple, who has led Accenture Interactive for the last 10 years, has announced his retirement from Accenture. Under Whipple’s leadership, in fiscal year 2020 (ended Aug. 31, 2020), Accenture Interactive grew to $10.6 billion in revenue.
Comcast, ViacomCBS to launch European streaming service SkyShowtime in 2022
Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ: CMCSA) and ViacomCBS Inc. (NASDAQ: VIAC, VIACA) are entering into a partnership to launch a new subscription video on demand (SVOD) service in more than 20 European territories encompassing 90 million homes.
Sandra Oh Drawn to Netflix Dramedy "The Chair" For Change of Pace and the Importance of a Korean Protagonist
Sandra Oh Drawn to Netflix Dramedy "The Chair" For Change of Pace and the Importance of a Korean Protagonist Sandra Oh has been dancing with death and serial killer Villanelle on "Killing Eve" since 2018, so she could do with a laugh.
Nia DaCosta, Jordan Peele Team On "Spiritual Sequel" To "Candyman"
"Candyman" was always more than a surface level horror film. The 1992 film dealt with class, race and trauma. But almost 30 years later, a new version in theaters Aug. 27 reclaims and recenters the narrative around the Black experience. The original film took the seeds of a Clive Barker short story set in a Liverpool slum and transported it to Chicago's Cabrini-Green housing projects, where the Boogeyman was Black and the lens to the world was a white female doctoral student studying urban myths.
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