ALTERED.LA has added the directorial duo The Martians–consisting of Diogo Abrantes and João Rito–to its U.S. roster for commercials and branded content. This marks the first U.S. representation for the directing team which came together in 2022.
Abrantes has extensive experience on the agency side, having spent over a decade working as a creative at shops in London, earning Cannes Lions and D&AD Awards, among other honors. Rito’s background includes many years working alongside the best names in comedy on TV series in Portugal, serving as a director and executive producer.
As a directing duo, The Martians have become known for a unique brand of creativity and comedic storytelling with work for such clients as sports betting platform bet.pt, financial investment firm Aldrin and a lauded “Born to Create Drama” promo for the Young Director Award. Looking ahead, the duo is gearing up to launch a comedy commercial for a collaboration between a world-famous chocolate brand and a renowned entertainment studio.
Marcos Cline, founder and executive producer at ALTERED.LA, said, “More and more, our agency partners are seeking directors whose reels showcase exceptional art direction, a contemporary feel, slow motion, and a unique ‘wink-and-a-nod’ style of comedy that looks phenomenal. So, you can imagine my excitement when I met The Martians! This directing duo embodies all of these qualities and more, bringing an incredible personality to the mix. As ALTERED.LA continues to grow, introducing talented directors like Martians to the U.S. market for the first time becomes increasingly important. Their overall aesthetic and style not only complement our roster but also raise the bar.”
Biscuit Filmworks Adds Director Matthew Dillon Cohen To Its U.S. & U.K. Rosters
Filmmaker and photographer Matthew Dillon Cohen has signed with Biscuit Filmworks for commercial representation in the U.S. and U.K. Cohen is best known for his visual storytelling, with vivid colors and cinematic realness. Prior to connecting with Biscuit Filmworks, he was most recently repped by Anonymous Content. Cohen’s latest film for Zach Bryan builds upon his previous collaborations with the artist, including the acclaimed “Nine Ball,” starring Matthew McConaughey. For the just-released “Oak Island,” the production moved east to Schenectady, New York to breathe life into the story starring Casey Affleck and Jack Martin. Cohen continues to hone his distinctive eye through projects with other artists like Gus Dapperton, Joji, and Olivia Rodrigo, as well as international brands including Converse, Facebook, Citi, Prada, Nike x Foot Locker, Vogue, New Balance, and Ralph Lauren. Cohen is a New Jersey-born, New York-based self-taught director and photographer who began his career in music journalism while still a teenager, moving on to become a music video producer while in college. His varied background and close collaboration with artists have served to provide him with a vast network of young emerging talent, many of whom he’s gone on to direct first-time films and visual content for over the past decade. “Matt has a fascinating backstory and remarkable trajectory coming up in the industry,” said Shawn Lacy, co-founder and managing director, Biscuit Filmworks. “His connection to the talent he works with, paired with his keen sensibility, offers him an edge. We’re thrilled to be joining forces for this next phase of his career.” “I love the problem-solving that comes with production, finding the most original and interesting... Read More