Anonymous Content has added Ash Bolland to its roster. A self-taught film director, cinematographer, editor, 3D artist, compositor, concept designer, graphic designer, colorist and musician, Bolland specializes in the ad space with such credits as MTV campaigns (“Organic” and “Genetically Modified HD”), HP’s “Meet or Delete,” a Man vs. Wild spot for Discovery Channel, and Swatch’s “Playground.” Prior to joining Anonymous Content, Bolland acted as director/owner of Umeric for nine years–Nola Pictures has signed director and cinematographer John Osborne, formerly of Anonymous Content–Recently launched production house The Colony has secured director Eran Thomson for exclusive commercial representation in the U.S., European and Australian markets. He brings an agency creative pedigree to the director’s chair, including having served as a group creative director at TBWA Sydney….
Director Lu Villaca Joins MADRE
Production company MADRE has added Brazilian director Lu Villaça to its talent roster. With degrees in cinema and performance and a master’s in screenwriting, Villaça brings a multifaceted approach to filmmaking. Villaça’s tastes have been shaped by her childhood training in ballet, studying Greek theatre texts, her passion for music, and her contemplative nature. She honed her cinematic skills early on as an AD and creative assistant before becoming a director. Intent on capturing the drama of everyday life as it plays out, Villaça is tuned in to how the bodies in her frame move through their environments and what elements of the story can be extrapolated from these compositions. Her sharp attention to detail in every aspect, from lighting to the final edit, is designed to connect emotionally with her audience. Villaça has been awarded three Cannes Lions for her film “Next Minute Law,” which promoted awareness of a law in Brazil designed to address the rampant epidemic of sexual violence. “Next Minute Law” also garnered Best Direction at El Ojo and the Ciclope Latino Festival, where Villaça also won Best New Talent. Additionally, she has directed assorted commercial campaigns for brands like Johnnie Walker, Huggies Wipes, Nestlé, Amazon, A.C. Camargo Cancer Center, and a spot for Medley featuring Brazilian Olympic gymnast Rebeca Andrade. Prior to joining MADRE, Villaca had been repped by production house LOBO. Recognized in Brazil as a top music video director, Villaca won Best Female Direction for her work on “Nu” by Assucena and “Lovezinho” by Rachel Reis, which also won Best National Music Video at the MVF Awards. Villaça additionally co-directed the documentary Pagliacci, an homage to circus artist Domingos Montagner... Read More