Live action production company Strange Loop Studios has brought director/writer Kiki Allgeier aboard its commercialmaking roster. This marks Allgeier’s first official signing with a production house for spot representation as a director. She had previously been freelancing.
Allgeier seamlessly navigates storytelling from a passion for doc-style and sensibility to enhancing pure moments even in scripted short form. Her feature doc FEMMEfille is available to stream on Amazon following its theatrical and TV run in Europe, while her commercial client list includes Cadillac, Le Meridien, Lexus, Ray-Ban, goop and Nickelodeon.
“When curating the Strange Loop roster, we look at both the body of work and the person behind it,” said Strange Loop EP Luca Valente. “Kiki exemplifies a voice and vision that exudes raw talent, confidence and grace. We are thrilled to have her on the team and know that with her at the helm, our clients will walk away with not just great quality content, but a top-notch experience as well.”
Allgeier said of her Strange Loop connection, “Together we plan to create visually compelling stories that authentically bring to light humanity. Impossible to do this without like-minded partners, which I now have in Luca and his team. I couldn’t ask for better commercial representation.”
Strange Loop is repped by SG+Partners in the Midwest and Yvette Represents on the West Coast.
“Dune: Part Two” and “House of the Dragon” Win 2 HPA Awards Apiece
Dune: Part Two and House of the Dragon each scored two HPA Awards during a gala ceremony at the Television Academy’s Wolf Theatre in North Hollywood, Calif. on Thursday night (11/7). The HPA Awards honor trailblazing talent in the postproduction industry, celebrating standout achievements in color grading, sound, editing, restoration, and visual effects across theatrical features, commercials, and episodics.
Dune: Part Two topped the Outstanding Color Grading--Live Action Theatrical Feature and the Outstanding Sound--Theatrical Feature categories.
House of the Dragon’s two wins were for “The Red Dragon and the Gold” episode which scored for Outstanding Visual Effects--Live Action Episode or Series Season, and Outstanding Editing--Episode or Non-Theatrical Feature (Over 30 Minutes). In the latter HPA Creative Category, House of the Dragon tied with the “Part Six: Far,l Far Away” episode of Ahsoka.
The HPA’s Judges Award for Creativity and Innovation honored Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour. This recognition celebrates the profound impact on both live and filmed entertainment that defined The Eras Tour, underscoring its exceptional impact on audiences and the industry. The jury issued a statement outlining their choice: “Celebrated as the cultural phenomenon of 2023, Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour set new records in box office sales, tour revenues, and attendance. The tour showcased exceptional artistry and innovation, making a profound impact on both live and filmed entertainment.”
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