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DGA Announces Nominees For Outstanding Directorial Achievement In Feature Film For 2017
Nominees for First-Time Feature Film Director Category Also Announced
LOS ANGELES -- The Directors Guild of America today announced the five nominees for the DGA Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Feature Film for 2017. “2018 marks the 70th anniversary of the DGA Awards, and filmmaking has reached new heights with each passing year. These nominees embody the excellence that comes to life when unique vision, craft and skill come together in pursuit of masterful storytelling,” said Schlamme. “Being nominated by their peers is what makes this award especially... Read more, comment
Visual Effects Society Announces Nominees for 16th Annual VES Awards
"Blade Runner 2049" and "War for the Planet of the Apes" Tie for Most Feature Film Nominations; "Despicable Me 3" is Top Animated Film Contender; "Game of Thrones" Leads the Broadcast Field and Scores Most Nominations Overall
LOS ANGELES -- Today, the Visual Effects Society (VES), the industry’s professional global honorary society, announced the nominees for the 16 th Annual VES Awards, the prestigious yearly celebration that recognizes outstanding visual effects artistry and innovation in film, animation, television, commercials and video games and the VFX supervisors, VFX producers and hands-on artists who bring this work to life . Blade Runner 2049 and War for the Planet of the Apes tie for the most feature film nominations... Read more, comment
ContagiousLA’s Andrew Laurich Directs Jonathan Goldsmith in 10-spot Astral Tequila Campaign, Created via Erich & Kallman
Project Marks Brand's First Creative Campaign Starring the Pop Culture Icon
NEW YORK -- Pop culture icon Jonathan Goldsmith bending a spoon with his mind (“Bible”), holding his breath for one hour, becoming the namesake of the sun (“Star"), welcoming his pet shark home ( “ Philippe ” ) and receiving the “Best Actor” award for a movie not out yet are just a few of the legendary moments in Astral Tequila’s first creative campaign, “This Calls for Tequila.” The 10-spot video campaign, which launched today, was created by ad agency Erich & Kallman and directed by Andrew Laurich of... Read more, comment
Director Cody Stokes on Balancing Commerce and Art in Ads and Film
David Bloom caught up with Cody Stokes recently on the set of his new movie, “The Ghost Who Walks.”
LOS ANGELES -- Over the past five years, Cody Stokes has crafted a busy career as a commercial director. An active creator on Big Block ’s director roster, Cody has put together roughly 100 projects, ranging from 30-second broadcast spots for big brands such as Toyota, American Express and Nike to five-minute documentaries about the lives of rural Americans. The son of a cowboy and a teacher, Stokes has built that huge portfolio (and raised a family) while working from the St. Louis, Mo., area, where he... Read more, comment
RODEO FX Brings Creatures To Life In "Jumanji: Welcome To The Jungle"
Montreal VFX Studio Collaborates on Sequel of Classic Family Film
MONTREAL -- Visual effects powerhouse Rodeo FX was tagged to create 96 shots for Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle , including some of the most iconic creatures in the movie. The sequel to the 1995 family classic takes the story of a board game that’s come to life and brings it to the digital age by transforming a group of teens into avatars and trapping them inside a video game jungle, where the only way out is to beat the game. To help create an alternate game world, Rodeo FX’s creature expertise was... Read more, comment
Rising Sun Pictures Honoured with VES Award Nomination for Marvel Studios’ "Thor: Ragnarok"
Adelaide, South Australia -- Three artists from Rising Sun Pictures have been nominated for a Visual Effects Society (VES) Award for their work on Marvel Studios’ summer blockbuster Thor: Ragnarok. CG Supervisor Hubert Maston, Lighting Technical Director Arthur Moody, On-Set VFX/Concept/Pre-vis Adam Paschke and Virtual Production Supervisor Casey Schatz (from Third Floor) are nominated for Best Virtual Cinematography for the film’s “Val’s Flashback” sequence. The team will travel to LA where the winners will be announced... Read more, comment
One at Optimus Welcomes Mary Ann Holecek as EP/Managing Director and Damian Huck as EP
New ONE leadership team brings deep agency and production experience
CHICAGO -- One at Optimus , the production arm of leading production and post house Optimus , today announced that Mary Ann Holecek has taken the reins as executive producer/managing director and Damian Huck has been hired as executive producer. “Mary Ann is an accomplished and seasoned professional, and we are lucky to have her leading our team at ONE,” said Optimus President Tom Duff. “Her credibility and respect in our world is second to none. Damian is at the top of his game, and we are fortunate to... Read more, comment
The Director’s Network Signs Cinematographer Anthony Arendt
LOS ANGELES -- Cinematographer Anthony Arendt has signed with The Director’s Network , the premier talent agency for freelance directors, director/cameramen, and directors of photography. “I’ve been a huge fan of Anthony’s work for over 10 years,” said Jeff Lewis, President of The Director’s Network. “We are thrilled to have him on our roster; a well-rounded DP of the highest caliber.” “I’ve worked with several directors that Jeff represents,” explained Arendt, “so it just seemed like a no-brainer for me… It... Read more, comment
American Society of Cinematographers To Honor Angelina Jolie With Board of Governors Award
LOS ANGELES -- The American Society of Cinematographers (ASC) announces Oscar®-winner Angelina Jolie as the recipient of the 2018 ASC Board of Governors Award. The presentation will be made at the organization’s 32 nd Annual ASC Awards for Outstanding Achievement on Feb. 17 at Hollywood & Highland’s Ray Dolby Ballroom. The ASC Board of Governors Award is given to individuals in the industry whose body of work has made significant and indelible contributions to cinema. It is the only ASC Award not given to... Read more, comment
Gina Rodriguez To Host The 20TH CDGA (Costume Designers Guild Awards)
Joanna Johnston To Receive The Career Achievement Award; Guillermo Del Toro To Receive The Distinguished Collaborator Award; Maggie Schpak To Receive The Distinguished Service Award
LOS ANGELES -- The Costume Designers Guild announced that Golden Globe award-winning actress Gina Rodriguez will host the 20 th CDGA (Costume Designers Guild Awards) taking place February 20, 2018 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. The Guild also announced that critically acclaimed Costume Designer Joanna Johnston will be honored with the Career Achievement Award, presented by THE OUTNET.COM, renowned film director and producer Guillermo del Toro will receive the Distinguished Collaborator Award, and preeminent... Read more, comment
NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises Creates New Division Telemundo Global Studios
To Be Led By Marcos Santana
MIAMI -- NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises announced the creation of Telemundo Global Studios, a new division to be led by veteran media executive Marcos Santana, effective immediately. As Telemundo continues to lead Hispanic media with world-class innovative scripted content for all platforms, this new division consolidates the company’s domestic and international scripted production units under Santana’s leadership who will now be responsible for Telemundo Studios, Telemundo International Studios,... Read more, comment
ADG Gallery 800 Presents “The Golden Brush: A Tribute To Duncan Alanson Spencer” Honoring The Legendary Motion Picture Scenic Artist
HOLLYWOOD -- Duncan Alanson Spencer (1911-1999), the legendary Scenic Artist behind some of Hollywood’s greatest films, will be honored by the Art Directors Guild Gallery 800 (ADG, IATSE Local 800) in a special exhibit entitled “The Golden Brush: A Tribute to Duncan Alanson Spencer.” Spencer’s career spanned over 38 years and over 400 movies including The Wizard of Oz, White Christmas, Meet Me in St. Louis and Ziegfeld Follies . The exhibit opens with a hosted opening reception on Saturday, February 10 from... Read more, comment
The One Club Announces Jury For The One Show Health, Wellness & Pharmaceutical Awards
The jury, representing nine countries, will judge work from around the world based on creativity of ideas and quality of execution.
NEW YORK -- The One Club for Creativity, the world’s foremost non-profit organization celebrating creative excellence in advertising and design, today announced the jury for its new Health, Wellness & Pharmaceutical discipline for The One Show 2018. Entries can be submitted via http://www.oneshow.org , deadline for entry is January 31, 2018. The jury, representing nine countries, will judge work from around the world based on creativity of ideas and quality of execution. They include: Amit Akali ,... Read more, comment
SHOOT's 16th Annual 2018 New Directors Search Opens For Entries To Those Directing Professionally Less Than Three Years; Aspiring Filmmakers Get The Chance To Make Their Case For The Showcase
Seeking The Best Up-And-Coming Movie, Short Film, TV, Commercial, Music Video and Web Video Directors; Finalists Celebrated At SHOOT May Event At The DGA In NYC
LOS ANGELES & Westport, CT -- SHOOT ® announced today that the 2018 SHOOT New Directors Search is officially open now through March 31, 2018. This is SHOOT's 16th annual worldwide search to discover the best up-and-coming directors who, based on their initial work, show promise to soon make major positive contributions to advertising and/or entertainment in its traditional and emerging forms. Enter at http://enterNDS.SHOOTonline.com now thru March 31st, 2018 Midnight ET. The 25-30 Showcase Finalists Will Receive Priceless... Read more, comment
Call For Entries Now Open For The Semiannual SHOOT 2017 Behind The Scenes (BTS) Photo Contest - Winter 2017 Edition
Showcase Opportunity For Film, TV, Commercials, Music Video and Web Video Content Producers who are creating, shaping and defining the motion picture production and post industry
Westport, CT and HOLLYWOOD -- The Editors of SHOOT ® , the leading publication and website for entertainment and commercial motion picture production & postproduction, have opened the call for entries for the SHOOT Behind The Scenes (BTS) Photo Contest - Winter 2017 Edition. SHOOT invites amateur and professional photographers throughout the motion picture industry worldwide to enter the Contest. Entry is FREE. Entries for the 2017 Winter Contest will be accepted now thru March 1, 2018. For a detailed overview, entry... Read more, comment

SHOOT Publicity Wire Shares The Most Viewed Motion Picture Industry News Releases Posted In 2017

Coverage ranges from an AMP Hall of Fame induction to the unveiling of the year’s AICE Award nominations, and the jury lineup for the ADC 96th Annual Awards to a short film in the Engineering Field

LOS ANGELES & WESTPORT, CT -- The most engaging publicity news release on the SHOOT Publicity Wire (SPW) in 2017 range from news about an advertiser’s induction into the AMP Hall of Fame to the field of nominees for the AICE Awards, the naming of the advertising and motion juries for the ADC 96th Annual Awards, the appointment of chief executives at music and investment companies, and the rollout of new technology. >MORE

SHOOT Publicity Wire's Most Viewed Videos In 2017 Provide Laughs, Insights, Custom Valentines

A rundown of SPW's top 35 videos of the year

LOS ANGELES & WESTPORT, CT -- The most viewed videos of 2017 posted to the SHOOT Publicity Wire (SPW) span comedy, vehicular performance, a behind-the-scenes breakdown of VFX creation for a major feature film, an inspired parody, a website for custom valentines, even a tribute to a school’s "whole-brain" approach to engineering.... >MORE

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