Director Ben Orisich has joined the The Directors Network for commercial representation. Orisich has an extensive visual and VFX background and worked on campaigns for such clients as IZOD, Nascar and Indycar. Additionally, director/DP Geoffrey Madeja has signed with The Directors Network for spot representation. Madeja is known for his real people, docu-style fare as well as visual sensibilities….Dattner Dispoto and Associates (DDA) has signed cinematographer Bradford Lipson who last month won the ASC Award in the Half-Hour Episodic/Pilot TV category for the “Truth” episode of the FX network series Wilfred. Known for his work on multiple television series, including lensing for Hart of Dixie, as well as jobs on The Forgotten, Alcatraz and Ugly Betty, Lipson came up through the ranks gaffing on shows including House M.D., Without a Trace and The Office. He worked in the main VFX unit on the feature Titanic and gaffed numerous films, commercials and TV projects before taking on his first DP jobs. Based in Los Angeles, Lipson is a Local 600 member….Meg Levinson, the newest production agent at The Gersh Agency, has added cinematographers Adam McDaid and Elie Smolkin to her roster. McDaid has shot commercials for such clients as Ikea, American Express, AT&T and Google. Smolkin has lensed for Jose Cuervo, Hyundai, Dell, Nike and Adult Swim, among other clients. Smolkin has also just finished work on the short film Valibation, directed by Todd Stauss-Schulson….Montana Artists Agency has signed production designer Quito Cooksey. He has designed Dickies for MJZ director Dante Ariola and is currently designing Adidas for director Andrew Stringer at Reset Content….
Producers Douglas Wick and Lucy Fisher To Receive Harold Lloyd Award From The Advanced Imaging Society
Producers Douglas Wick and Lucy Fisher will be presented with the 2025 Harold Lloyd Award in recognition of their producing achievement in creating Gladiator II at The Advanced Imaging Society’s (AIS) 15th annual Lumiere Awards luncheon, which takes place Friday, February 7, 2025, at the Beverly Hills Hotel.
Empowering their storytelling with groundbreaking technology and skill, Wick and Fisher have thrilled audiences and driven the film industry forward for three decades. Their steadfast dedication to the highest standards of cinematic excellence have resulted in epic films, including Memoirs of a Geisha, The Great Gatsby, the Stuart Little franchise, the Divergent Series and both Gladiator films. The first Gladiator earned Wick an Academy Award® for Best Picture. In light of their consistent and distinguished contributions over the years, as exemplified by this year’s Gladiator II, the Advanced Imaging Society wished to recognize the team with this year’s esteemed Harold Lloyd Award.
“Doug Wick and Lucy Fisher of Red Wagon Entertainment have revolutionized modern filmmaking with their bold storytelling and ability to elevate large-scale productions to epic levels,” remarked Jim Chabin, AIS president. “Their work has not only captivated audiences but also redefined filmmaking standards, leaving an indelible mark on the art of cinema. At AIS. we deeply admire their visionary contributions and enduring influence on the film industry.”
Suzanne Lloyd, granddaughter of the late, great Harold Lloyd, remarked, “Doug’s artistic vision and Lucy’s dynamic leadership have brought authenticity, beauty and profound emotion to some of our favorite epic films. Together, they are a... Read More