VFX/design boutique Smoke & Mirrors has hired repping team Robin Stevens and Sarah Jenks to handle the Midwest territory….DP Jakob Ihre has recently completed principal photography on End of the Tour (Jesse Eisenberg, Jason Segel) directed by James Ponsoldt and based on Rolling Stone writer David Lipsky’s book, "Although Of Course You End Up Becoming Yourself: A Road Trip With David Foster Wallace." Ihre is now available for commercials, television and feature films through The Skouras Agency, Santa Monica….Production designer John Goldsmith has recently completed principal photography on A Most Violent Year directed by J.C. Chandor (All is Lost), starring Jessica Chastain and Oscar Isaac. Goldsmith is available for commercials, television and feature films through The Skouras Agency….
“Dune: Part Two,” “Wicked,” “The Wild Robot” and “Shลgun” Among Lumiere Award Winners
The Advanced Imaging Society has revealed the winners of the 2025 Lumiere Awards, recognizing outstanding creative and technical achievements in its 15th annual celebration. The awards honor the artists, engineers and innovators whose work continues to push the boundaries of storytelling and cinematic technology.
While the annual Lumiere Awards luncheon was scheduled to be celebrated at the Beverly Hills Hotel, once it became clear that the devastating Los Angeles fires were affecting not only the AIS community, but impacting so many in Southern California, the decision was made to announce and deliver the awards directly to the honorees, and to forgo the luncheon celebration. The Society has honored the results of this yearโs voting body and announced the 2025 Lumiere Award winners today, Feb. 7, the eventโs originally scheduled date.
AIS President Jim Chabin said, โOur hearts go out to everyone in our community impacted by these devastating fires. In recent weeks, weโve been deeply saddened to learn of friends and colleagues who have lost their homes and irreplaceable memories. Yet, amid this hardship, we have also been inspired by the incredible generosity of our members โ opening their homes, providing resources, and rallying together in support. This unwavering spirit of unity and compassion is a testament to the strength of our industry.โ
The Lumiere Awards recognize distinguished directors and professionals in film, television, and emerging media, voted for by members of the Hollywood creative and technology community. Technological advancements expand the possibilities of storytelling, and these awards celebrate their significance for all who love film and television. โOur awards have humorously been called the Oscars for... Read More