Mary Saxon has resigned from her staff post as West Coast rep for bicoastal Coppos Films. Saxon departed in order to pursue some feature projects she currently has in developmentA.Joanne Ferraro has joined New York-based Creative Film Management International as head of sales….L.A.-based Ritts/Hayden has signed Chicago-based rep firm Rich Newman Associates to handle sales in the Midwest….eo productions, the New York-headquartered shop recently formed by exec. producer Nancy Early, has signed Tim Hayes of New York-based independent rep firm Timothy Hayes & Co. to exclusively handle the U.SA.. Orlando Management, Los Angeles, has signed DP Hernan Toro for commercials and music videosA.DPs Brian Dapp and Giles Dunning have joined The Skouras Agency, Santa Monica, for exclusive representationA.
“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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