Wieden+Kennedy (W+K), Portland, Ore., is SHOOT‘s 2000 agency of the year. In "Creative Know-How," Bill Dunlap examines the creative philosophy of the iconoclastic shop, as well as its recent work. He also explores the relationship between the agency and its clients. W+K has always been noted for its broadcast prowess, and has consistently turned out high-profile spots for clients like Nike and Miller High Life. "Just Do It" looks at the production department of the agency and how its operates. The staff of 10 producers thrives on quick turnaround and innovative creative. Nike and W+K have a unique relationship. In a time when clients are constantly switching shops, the almost two decade partnership of the agency and the shoe and sports apparel company is a rarity. "Why Create?" reports on the latest creative duo to head up the account. While W+K may be considered sports-centric by some, its work for clients like Miller High Life is sure to quell those thoughts. "A Man’s Life" examines the creative directors on the beer account, who have crafted a campaign that salutes the true nature of men. In 1997, W+K opened an office in New York. Co-creative directors Ty Montague and Amy Nicholson talk about the office and its ambitions in "New York State Of Mind." The Amsterdam office of W+K was originally opened to better serve Nike’s European advertising. Today, the shop is a hub of production, with several clients and a number of creative teams. SHOOT reporter Kathy DeSalvo looks at the operation in "Dutch Treat." Look for SHOOT‘s special reports on Canada and Editorial Boutiques on January 5, 2001.
“Conclave” Tops BAFTA Film Awards With 12 Nominations, One More Than “Emilia Pérez”
Papal thriller “Conclave,” which stars Ralph Fiennes as a cardinal overseeing the election of a new pope, leads the race — just — for the British Academy Film Awards, with nominations in 12 categories, one more than the genre-busting trans musical “Emilia Pérez.”
But with the wildfires in Los Angeles over the past week fresh in the minds of everyone in the movie industry, Wednesday’s announcement of the latest BAFTA nominations was understandably subdued.
“We are very much thinking of our colleagues, friends, community over there,” said BAFTA chair Sara Putt. “It’s devastating what’s going on.”
She wouldn’t be drawn on whether the fires may impact the BAFTA ceremony, which is due to take place on Feb. 16.
“The ceremony is a month away, it would be inappropriate and far too early to say anything about that,” Putt said.
The five films nominated for the prestigious best film award were “Conclave,” “Emilia Pérez,” the 215-minute postwar epic “ The Brutalist,” the Palme d’Or-winning comedy/drama “ Anora “ and the Bob Dylan biopic “ A Complete Unknown.”
“The Brutalist” ended up with nine nominations, including leading actor for Adrien Brody, who faces stiff competition from Fiennes and Timothee Chalamet, who plays the young Dylan in “A Complete Unknown.”
The other actors nominated are Hugh Grant for his creepy role in the horror film “ Heretic,” Colman Domingo in real-life prison drama “ Sing Sing “ and Sebastian Stan for his portrayal of a real estate mogul — a certain Donald Trump — in “ The Apprentice.”
“Anora,” the sci-fi epic “Dune: Part Two” and “Wicked” each received seven nominations. “A Complete Unknown”... Read More