NY and Brooklyn-based production company Hornet has opened a shop in London. Hornet’s partnerships and long running history in the U.K. made London a fitting choice, as the studio has produced numerous award-winning campaigns and noteworthy adverts there over the past 10 years. Hornet’s new venture will lend greater support to its international roster while also laying the foundation to seek out and develop new talent in the U.K. Veteran producer Lisa Hill (most recently of Passion Pictures) will take the reins of Hornet London as EP. Hornet London will represent directors Yves Geleyn, Dan & Jason, Peter Sluszka, Julia Pott, Gabe Askew, Eran Hilleli and Parallel. London-based director David Luepschen will join the roster in February….L.A. production company DUCK Studios has signed Milan-based creative studio Dadomani for representation. Dadomani’s team consists of four members whose talents combine into one singular creative vision: Donato Di Carlo (postproduction), Leonardo Ponzano (set design), Francesco De Meo (set design) and Faio Cirilli (animation). They develop and manage projects from the initial idea up to the delivery of the finished product. For stop motion, Dadomani animates a range of mediums including paper cut-outs, clay, and found objects. They enjoy the juxtaposition of colored sets with minimalist characters. Dadomani has completed work for clients including Coach, Lavazza, McDonald’s, Barilla and Vodaphone….Rob Meltzer, director of Dove Men+Care’s 2015 Super Bowl spot “Calls for Dad” (a version repurposed from his original Father’s Day ad), has launched L.A.-based production company RINGER along with EP Sven Shelgren. Already under the RINGER banner, Meltzer has directed projects for Coca-Cola, AT&T, the NBA, Bravo and Nickelodeon. In addition to his spot work, Meltzer is a prolific director of TV promos, turning out campaigns for NBC, ABC, CBS, TBS, Discovery, Food Network and Bravo….
Producers Douglas Wick and Lucy Fisher To Receive Harold Lloyd Award From The Advanced Imaging Society
Producers Douglas Wick and Lucy Fisher will be presented with the 2025 Harold Lloyd Award in recognition of their producing achievement in creating Gladiator II at The Advanced Imaging Society’s (AIS) 15th annual Lumiere Awards luncheon, which takes place Friday, February 7, 2025, at the Beverly Hills Hotel.
Empowering their storytelling with groundbreaking technology and skill, Wick and Fisher have thrilled audiences and driven the film industry forward for three decades. Their steadfast dedication to the highest standards of cinematic excellence have resulted in epic films, including Memoirs of a Geisha, The Great Gatsby, the Stuart Little franchise, the Divergent Series and both Gladiator films. The first Gladiator earned Wick an Academy Award® for Best Picture. In light of their consistent and distinguished contributions over the years, as exemplified by this year’s Gladiator II, the Advanced Imaging Society wished to recognize the team with this year’s esteemed Harold Lloyd Award.
“Doug Wick and Lucy Fisher of Red Wagon Entertainment have revolutionized modern filmmaking with their bold storytelling and ability to elevate large-scale productions to epic levels,” remarked Jim Chabin, AIS president. “Their work has not only captivated audiences but also redefined filmmaking standards, leaving an indelible mark on the art of cinema. At AIS. we deeply admire their visionary contributions and enduring influence on the film industry.”
Suzanne Lloyd, granddaughter of the late, great Harold Lloyd, remarked, “Doug’s artistic vision and Lucy’s dynamic leadership have brought authenticity, beauty and profound emotion to some of our favorite epic films. Together, they are a... Read More