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    Director Conor Byrne Joins RadicalMedia For Commercials and Branded Content

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    NEW YORK --

    RadicalMedia has signed director Conor Byrne for commercials and branded content. A New York-based filmmaker, writer, and dedicated Knicks basketball fan, Byrne specializes in cinematic comedy, blending wit and meticulous style in his work.

    Byrne has directed international campaigns and branded films for clients such as the NBA, NFL, Hershey’s, Pepsi, McDonald’s, Microsoft, and Ikea. Known for his attention to detail, human performance, and rich visual storytelling, Byrne has also collaborated with athletes and personalities, including Eli and Peyton Manning, Charles Barkley, Kevin Durant, Josh Gad, and the late Dr. Ruth. Byrne’s work has been recognized and awarded by Cannes Lions, The Clios, D&AD Pencils, The Effies, and The Shorty Awards. His imaginative creations range from a wisecracking Jack-O-Lantern to a gouda bust of Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid, showcasing the versatility and sense of humor the director brings to his work. Prior to joining RadicalMedia, Byrne had most recently been represented by production house m ss ng p eces.

    Byrne’s narrative short films include Porzingod starring John Leguizamo, which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival in 2016, Loudini starring Henry Zebrowski, and coming-of-age comedy Foureyes. He is also a champion of the next generation of filmmakers and serves as a visiting film instructor at his alma mater, Wesleyan University. Byrne is also an alum of SHOOT’s 2014 New Directors Showcase.

    “To me, RadicalMedia has long represented the gold standard in filmmaking; their reputation and consistently-sky-high level of craft is simply unmatched. I’ve long admired them from across the dance floor, and I’m so incredibly honored to join the entire Radical family.” said Byrne. “I look forward to creating beautiful, pants-pissingly-funny work together for years to come.”

    “Conor’s unique blend of cinematic comedy with storytelling aligns perfectly with our commitment to innovative and high-quality commercial filmmaking,” said Frank Scherma, president and co-founder of RadicalMedia. “We look forward to the incredible work we will create together.”

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    Robert Eggers and Willem Dafoe Reunite For “Nosferatu”

    Tuesday, December 24, 2024

    When Willem Dafoe enjoys working with a filmmaker, he'll often jump at the chance to do it again.

    The list of directors with whom the 69-year-old has worked with more than once is extensive, including Wes Anderson,Yorgos Lanthimos,Paul Schrader,Lars von Trier and, now for a third time, Robert Eggers. "If it's good, you come back," Dafoe said plainly.

    The pair spoke about Eggers' adaptation of "Nosferatu" that hits theaters Wednesday, some of the challenges they faced making "The Lighthouse" — their first project together released in 2019 — and the unique relationship that exists between actors and directors.

    The interview has been edited for clarity and brevity.

    Q: Willem, I read that you called Robert after you saw "The Witch." What did you say?

    DAFOE: I want to meet you and I want to know who this filmmaker is.

    Q: What is it about him that keeps bringing you back?

    DAFOE: Well, if it's good, you come back. When I saw "The Witch," I thought, "Wow, this is a film about a period that I'm not particularly knowledgeable about, but I enter it so easily. This is relevant. It's rooted. It's my story. I'm with these people."

    That's quite an incredible trick because a lot of period films, they're always pointing to themselves. They're always sending messages. They're always showing. This had a kind of energy and the kind of physicality and sensuality that I thought, "Who does this? I gotta see this guy." And then I had a wonderful experience in "The Lighthouse" and I played a part that was really fun in "The Northman." So, when he wants to do this passion project and offers me this beautiful role of Professor Von Franz, I say,... Read More

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