Anyone who knows Don Turley will tell you he’s always looking for the next mountain to climb, personally and professionally. Since he has already conquered a few including Aconcagua and Denali, with Everest on the wish list, it’s time to take that next professional leap, the one he’s been Jonesing about since helping to create the iconic “What happens here stays here” campaign … namely, launching his own production house.
And so, Sherpa Pictures was born.
Already in his stable of talent are such emerging directors as Kevin T. Wilson, who had a highly recalled Doritos spot in the Super Bowl; The Bodega Boys, who are currently doing national branding work for Oribe; and Jamal Dedeaux, who is currently being critically reviewed for his indie film, “Nobody Smiling.” Maria V. Elgar, Hardtribe Creative Representation in Hollywood, will represent Sherpa Pictures.
“Sherpa Pictures is a privately owned company so we don’t have the huge corporate overhead that a lot of production groups have to bear,” said Turley. “This also makes us really nimble and able to approach smaller budgets with the enthusiasm and tech savvy that comes with a younger generation of directors and producers. They know how to use Digital High Def to achieve that perfect look while saving a bundle versus shooting on traditional film media. Many of our guys also have beautiful film portfolios so our Sherpa team delivers the whole package at a great value.”
Sherpa Pictures will continue to produce R&R Partners work for clients and will be actively reaching out to national and international markets. Turley brings more than 20 years of award-winning work to this new venture and will be applying his vast network of experience and contacts to expand into non-traditional work. “There are so many exciting areas that we are ideally suited for, like new media and webisodes, as well as spot production,” said Turley, “and we believe there are many ways to solve production challenges in today’s economy. Just like the Sherpa who have helped so many reach the summit of Everest, no one will work harder for clients, or with more creative energy, than this exciting new group of talent.”
Previously, at R&R Partners Don managed the production staff on all radio, television and video projects. Audiences have viewed his work for the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) worldwide and he has worked with such top directors as Errol Morris, Zack Snyder, Bryan Buckley and Jim Jenkins. His productions have made headlines in Adweek, Brandweek, Shoot and The Wall Street Journal.
Aside from the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority “What happens here…” account, Don has also produced for clients such as Utah Transit Authority, Caesars Palace, American Coalition for Clean Coal Electricity, Intermountain HealthCare, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Gordon Biersch Brewery among many others. He has helped his teams earn awards of excellence, including ADDYs, a national Tranny Award, Communications Excellence awards as well as a Silver Effie Award for setting the bar in water conservation for the Southern Nevada Water Authority.
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Asian World Film Festival Announces Dates, Opening and Closing Films, Special Programs, and Gala Awards Ceremony
The Asian World Film Festival (AWFF), Los Angeles' annual celebration of Asian filmmakers, announced the dates and highlights of its highly anticipated 10th anniversary edition. Taking place November 13-21, 2024, the festival will showcase a diverse range of new movies and special programs and celebrate Asian cinema’s legacy. Opening night will feature the critically acclaimed Korean drama, “A Normal Family,” while the Filipino romantic drama “Hello, Love, Again” is the closing film. Screenings will be presented at the Culver Theater, Culver City, November 13-20. A star-studded Closing Night Gala and Award Ceremony will be celebrated at the Directors Guild of America (DGA) complex November 21. Georges N. Chamchoum, AWFF Executive Director, said “We have chosen ‘heritage’ as this year’s theme to honor our first decade. This focus underscores AWFF's commitment to Asian cinema’s rich past as well as its ongoing efforts to champion contemporary and emerging Asian film.” OPENING AND CLOSING FILMS Directed by award-winning filmmaker Hur Jin-ho ("The Last Princess," "Happiness"), "A Normal Family" is a searing family drama that stars Sul Kyung-gu and Jong Dong-gun. Multi-layered yet accessible, the film was meticulously crafted in widescreen and premiered at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival to critical acclaim. The heartwarming sequel to Philippine box office phenomenon "Hello, Love, Goodbye," "Hello, Love, Again" reunites director Cathy Garcia-Sampana ("The Hows of Us," "One More Chance") with stars Kathryn Bernardo and Alden Richards. The filmmaker, actors, and other cast members will attend the screening at the film’s festival debut. MAIN PROGRAM - IN COMPETITION AWFF's main... Read More