CoMPANY Films has signed comedy director Axel Laubscher whose quirky brand of humor has garnered Gold, Silver and Bronze Lions from Cannes.
Mixed media production house 1stAveMachine has signed animation director Will Samuel. He will be repped mainly in the U.K. but is also available internationally via the company. His credits include such brands as Google, Apple, Adidas, Nike, Channel 4, Twentieth Century Fox and CNN, building a reputation for narrative driven animation and progressive design. His film for the BBC won him a D&AD pencil….
Blacklist has added Paris-based shop Where Is Brian? to its roster. Where Is Brian? consists of leading tabletop directors who join Blacklist in NY for exclusive representation in the U.S. market as part of a longtime collaboration with production company WIZZ and its parent company, The Quad Group. The Where is Brian? lineup includes directors Foodfilm, Caroline Faccioli, Florence et Fils, and Alberto Arellano….
“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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