Director Jim Sonzero of Sonzero Films, Los Angeles, acclaimed for his work in games, feature films and advertising, directed spectacular 3D cinematic sequences for “Killzone 3,” the latest installment in the first-person shooter franchise from Sony Computer Entertainment (SCE) for PlayStation® 3. Developed by Guerilla Games, “Killzone 3” is the first in the series to be presented in 3D.nnThe Killzone cinematics have the high voltage intensity and visual punch of a blockbuster action film and feature renowned actors Malcolm McDowell and Ray Winstone as Helghast leaders Stahl and Orlock. McDowell and Winstone voiced the characters and also supplied their body movements and facial gestures through the use of sophisticated motion capture techniques. nnOne of few Hollywood directors to work successfully in games, feature films and advertising, Sonzero is a prime example of the growing trend toward media convergence. He directed cinematics for “Resident Evil 5,” released by Capcom last year, and is also director of the cult horror film “Pulse.” He has an international reputation as a commercial director whose credits include such brands as L’Oreal, Maybelline, Garnier, Pantene, Neutrogena, Coca-Cola, GM, Levi’s, Verizon, Lexus and Mercedes.nn”The blending of advertising and games is exciting and full of possibilities,” Sonzero said. “It won’t be long before game heroes will be used to endorse brands in cross promotions. I see tremendous opportunities for brands to reach the growing gaming audience.”nn
nnSonzero is currently in pre-production for a marketing campaign for an Italian pharma brand that will include a virtual commercial designed to emulate a first-person shooter game. The director is also in talks with a car manufacturer about an ad campaign that will combine live action with a Japanese anime character. The latter is part of a multi-tiered cross-promotion strategy that will also include a virtual concert. nnThrough his newly launched company, Sonzero Films, Sonzero is also developing original content and intellectual properties for film, television and games. Two trans-media properties and a reality show are currently in early development stages.nnSonzero Films is represented by Jared Shapiro of Moustache TV on the East Coast, Yvette Lubinsky of Yvette Reps on the West Coast, Laura Gregory of Great Guns in the UK, Lipstick for beauty work in the UK / Paris and Music Video Management by Randi Wilens of RW Media. nnShow reels and contact information can be found at www.sonzerofilms.com. For more information, call 213.631.0552.Ava Sydney Sonzero Films 213.631.0552 Contact Ava via email
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Association of Music Producers Announces Call For Entry For AMP Awards For Music & Sound
The Association of Music Producers has issued its Call for Entries for the 2025 AMP Awards for Music & Sound, the ad industry’s only non-profit, juried competition for music and sound for brands. The deadline for submitting entries is March 7, 2025. AMP members who enter before the early bird deadline of January 31, 2025, will qualify for a 30% discount on all entries. To be eligible for the competition, work must have first aired or been released between February 11, 2024, and February 9, 2025. For full details on entry fees, category descriptions, and rules, visit the AMP Awards entry portal here. The AMP Awards features 12 categories covering everything from original music and sound design to best use of licensed, pre-existing recordings, outstanding adaptations/arrangements, outstanding mix, and best artist and brand collaborations. The competition is open to work commissioned by a client for release via streaming or linear TV, digital, mobile, experiential, or other media able to deliver the moving image. Winners will be presented at a gala awards ceremony, including live performances from top artists, scheduled for May 21, 2025, at Sony Hall in New York City. Entries may be submitted by music production companies, audio post houses, composers, music supervisors, ad agencies, brands, record labels, sync companies, artists and artist managers, music publishers, design and branding studios, motion picture studios,... Read More