Sundance Audience Award-winning comedy “Sleepwalk With Me” opens in New York on August 24th through IFC Films and film co-director/co-writer Mike Birbiglia and co-writer Ira Glass (“This American Life”) go guerilla to reach opening weekend success in this new online promo, mixed by Sonic Union mixer David Papa. The promo features the zany duo urging audiences to come out to their opening weekend through a series of humorous vignettes. Glass and Birbiglia promise not only to personally attend screenings, but to also handle every aspect of each screening: from concession sales and bathroom cleaning to a post-screening Q&A that “doesn’t suck.”nn
nnThe film opens at the IFC Center in NYC the weekend of August 24-25 and continues on to debut at Chicago’s Music Box Theater on the weekend of August 31 โ September 1. The film follows Birbiglia as a burgeoning stand-up comedian struggling with the stress of a stalled career, a stale relationship, and the wild bouts of severe sleepwalking he is desperate to ignore.nnWith the help of this promo and subsequent social media campaign through the film’s official site, Facebook page and Twitter hashtag #bringsleepwalk, the duo hope to expand the film’s theatrical release to build a wider audience.nnPromo CreditsnEditor: Elan GolodnDP: Jeff ReichertnSound Recordist: Michael WintonnMusic Supervisors: Lilah Wilson, Anthony RomannAudio Mix: David Papa, Sonic UnionnnAbout SONIC UNIONnSteve Rosen, Michael Marinelli, and Adam Barone got together for some pints in 2007. After way too many of those, they hatched an audacious plan that would eventually give rise to Sonic Union in late 2008 โ their 8,000 foot treehouse and audio mix playground overlooking Union Square.nnOver a short period, they’ve grown both staff and capabilities to include: music supervision, motion design production, and voiceover/on-camera casting to their established role as the premiere audio boutique in New York. Award-winning agencies, editorial firms, visual effects studios, and production houses routinely collaborate with Sonic Union for sound and motion expertise. nnSwing on by and let’s play. www.sonicunion.comVirginia Scripps Press Kitchen (310) 392.6682
Creative Trailblazer Javier Campopiano Returns as Executive Jury President For The 2025 NYF Advertising Awards
New York Festivals Advertising Awards is thrilled to announce that Javier Campopiano, Global Chief Creative Officer at McCann Worldgroup and McCann will return as the 2025 Executive Jury President. In January, NYFโs Advertising Awards will kick off a spectacular new season, once again spearheaded by industry innovator Javier Campopiano. He will continue to build on the success of last yearโs event by pulling together a carefully curated mix of both creative and brand leaders to ensure that a diverse array of viewpoints and perspectives are brought together. Through thoughtful discussions and expert evaluations, this coveted group will establish the benchmark for creative excellence in 2025. โWeโre honored to have Javier Campopiano return to lead the 2025 Executive Jury,โ said Scott Rose, President, New York Festivals Advertising Awards. โWith his seasoned global perspective and mastery in crafting campaigns that push creative boundaries, Javierโs insight will once again inspire a bold standard of excellence within our jury sessions.โ Campopiano has built a reputation as an innovative creative, consistently standing out on the global stage. His achievements have garnered international acclaim, including over 200 Cannes Lions, which feature prestigious accolades such as Titanium Lions and Grand Prix. Additionally, he has received top honors at numerous renowned international competitions. Campopiano said, โServing as Executive Jury President for New York Festivals is its own reward, and I am honored to be taking on this important role again. Together with an incredible group of accomplished industry peers, we will be looking for creativity rooted in human truths that generate... Read More