Nickolas Duarte (self-represented through Crown Chimp Productions) directs a gorgeous, heartfelt message for The University of Arizona based on a dying quarterback’s last words “Bear Down.”nnA creation myth, with legendary status at the University, the goal was to take the heart of the idea and present it in a contemporary and artistic manner. There’s a soul, a truth and hopefulness that’s a poetic homage to those facing struggle who also share the belief and heart to overcome. nnNickolas served as lead creative for the project as well and, with the University of Arizona, decided to shuck the traditional soaring campus montage for something more of a tone poem. nnThe majority of the spot was shot using natural light on an Arri Alexa with Zeiss Super Speeds. Because of the intimate nature of the scenes, primary camera work was shared between Nickolas and the DP, Will Turner.nnnClick here to view screenwork online.nnCreditsnClient: The University of ArizonanTitle: Bear DownnDirector: Nickolas DuartenProduction Company: Crown Chimp ProductionsnVoice Over: Chris Andrewsn1st AD/Editor: Matthew KingnProject Producers: Ben Lopez, Rosie ZwaduknCo-Writer/Creative Consultant: Drew GrubichnDirector of Photography: Will Turner – willturnerphoto.comn1st AC/2nd Unit DP: Oscar RiveranSound Design/Mix & Location Audio: Mike ClarknProduction Design: Adam RaynMake Up: Sonia CampbellnSet Design: Jessica Van Ravenswaayn2nd Unit Director: Jacob TurrentinenColor/Mastering: Copper Post – copperpost.comnColorist: Robert BeadlenProduction Assistants: Keith Wagner, Ben Oman, Schuyler Copeland, Monty MontemayornCamera: Arri Alexa nTalent: Dancer: Piper Stoeckel; College Guys: Tad Sallee, RJ Markham, Jesse Pickering; Artist: Janet Henderson; Mirror Lab Engineer: Hector Ayala; LEO Project Researcher: Chris Koval; Business Man: Paul Tumarkin; Construction Worker: Alan ZwaduknnNickolas Duarte is…nA commercial and short film director. His work for Adidas has earned a National ADDY award, a Museum of Modern Art nomination and many YouTube views. He recently directed an international broadcast campaign in conjunction with the NBA currently airing in Asia. "Bear Down", for the University of Arizona, is his first US national broadcast commercial. Nickolas is self-represented through his company, Crown Chimp Productions. He conceived and was lead creative for all work on his portfolio site.nnNICKOLASDUARTE.COM
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Goldcrest Post Speeds Delivery of “Severance” Season Two
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