Timber, Errol Morris create sizzling Chipotle spot

Celebrated Director Errol Morris returned once again to Santa Monica-based Timber to collaborate with the award-winning visual effects team on a brand-new commercial campaign for Chipotle. Featuring Chipotle team members, the new spots continue the masterful display of Chipotle’s fresh, quality ingredients served with every meal. Timber provided conform, clean-up and post-production on the new … Continue reading “Timber, Errol Morris create sizzling Chipotle spot”

Droga5 breaks new campaign for Harley-Davidson

True American icon, Harley-Davidson came to Droga5 in February 2019 with the ambition to build the next generation of riders around the world by expanding the brand into new spaces and accessing new customers.  The brand is currently entering new global markets and product segments, like LiveWire, at a rate like never before. And doing … Continue reading “Droga5 breaks new campaign for Harley-Davidson”

Pepsi, VaynerMedia engage audiences with a ring

Thinking of giving your sweetie a one-of-a-kind engagement ring for Valentine’s Day? Well, forget the ol’ Emerald and Princess cuts for her, him or they. Have them try this on for size – a Pepsi Engagement Ring. You read that right. For this heart-shaped day, the beverage brand has launched a one-of-a-kind contest, tailor made … Continue reading “Pepsi, VaynerMedia engage audiences with a ring”

‘Resident Evil Resistance’ adds two new Masterminds

Today, Capcom announced two additional Masterminds joining the roster for Resident Evil Resistance, the upcoming 4 versus 1 asymmetrical survival horror experience included with Resident Evil 3. Infamous Resident Evil villains, Alex Wesker and Ozwell Spencer, each bring a unique brand of terror to the game and a set of special abilities to thwart the Survivors trying to escape Umbrella Corporation’s devious … Continue reading “‘Resident Evil Resistance’ adds two new Masterminds”

Colonie adds colorist Jennifer Gaida to team

The Colonie continues to grow its roster of talent and services with the addition of Colorist Jennifer Gaida to its team. The hiring of the creative and technically savvy talent marks the launch of the Chicago-based company’s new color grading division, rounding out the one-stop editing, design, and postproduction boutique’s full-roster of high-end services and … Continue reading “Colonie adds colorist Jennifer Gaida to team”

Jasmine Sanders, co-host of The DL Hughley Show

Editor’s Note: “The Reel Black List” is our annual spotlight of brothers and sisters in the worlds of advertising, film, TV, music, radio and media who are making a difference through their contributions and creativity. For the next 29 days, you will be able to celebrate these various personalities with us. You’ve heard her on … Continue reading “Jasmine Sanders, co-host of The DL Hughley Show”

Dell Blue, The Mill make eye candy for new launches

Dell Blue, the internal creative agency for Dell, recently created a new campaign to support three new product launches: the new OptiPlex 7071 Tower – a premium business desktop designed for maximum VR performance in a sleek, compact design; the OptiPlex 7070 — a new form factor providing a fully modular desktop experience; and the … Continue reading “Dell Blue, The Mill make eye candy for new launches”

El Camino Health’s new campaign takes shape

San Francisco South Bay Area hospital El Camino Hospital has made the transition from a hospital to integrated health provider, El Camino Health, which is detailed in the new ‘Shaped By You’ campaign created by independent agency Laughlin Constable. The campaign features the provider’s personalized approach to healthcare, one that is shaped by their community. … Continue reading “El Camino Health’s new campaign takes shape”

Whitney, Doobies among Rock & Roll HOF inductees

Whitney Houston, The Notorious B.I.G. and Depeche Mode are among the new inductees to The 35th Annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, presented by Klipsch Audio. The Ceremony, which takes place May 2 at the Public Auditorium in Cleveland, will be broadcast live for the first time on HBO on May 2nd … Continue reading “Whitney, Doobies among Rock & Roll HOF inductees”

‘Joker’ gets 11, Greta snubbed & other Oscar noms

The Geek was up with the other press this morning to watch the nominations for the 92nd Academy Awards which will air February 9 on ABC. What can we tell you, that you don’t know already. The highly divisive Joker, the origin story of the iconic mentally ill Batman villain, led all Oscar nominations with … Continue reading “‘Joker’ gets 11, Greta snubbed & other Oscar noms”

‘Red Dead Online’ brings in The Moonshiners

Peddle white lightning as a black-market bootlegger in Moonshiners, the latest Frontier Pursuit available now in Red Dead Online from Rockstar Games. Team up with an infamous distiller to start your own Moonshining business and run it out of the new Shack property. It’s now available now in Red Dead Online for PS4, Xbox One, PC … Continue reading “‘Red Dead Online’ brings in The Moonshiners”

Dell Blue welcomes Lead Creative Editor Jason Uson

Dell Blue, the internal creative agency for Dell, has added Jason Uson as Senior Lead Creative Editor. An award-winning editor, Uson has worked on commercials, online content, films, and documentaries for such clients as Zales, Southwest Airlines, Nike, Budweiser, Walgreens, and Harpo Films. More recently, at Dell Blue, he cut a campaign for Alienware, directed … Continue reading “Dell Blue welcomes Lead Creative Editor Jason Uson”

‘Jojo Rabbit,’ ‘Avengers’ ‘Frozen’ among Casting noms

Thursday, The Casting Society of America (CSA) announced the film nominees for the 35th Artios Awards, which honor the contribution of Casting Directors to film, television and theatre. The winners will be revealed on Thursday, January 30, 2020 in ceremonies in Los Angeles, New York City and London. First held in 1985, the Artios Awards honor … Continue reading “‘Jojo Rabbit,’ ‘Avengers’ ‘Frozen’ among Casting noms”

2019 in Review: The Best Films of the Year

The film going experience is such a personal one. Yes, we may attend the next Avengers or Beanpole with someone or someones, but at the end of the day, the films you like may not be the person’s next to you cup of tea. For instance The African American Critics Association chose Jordan Peele’s haunting … Continue reading “2019 in Review: The Best Films of the Year”

Chuck Studios, Manna Room cook food spot for homeless

Living in Los Angeles County you see homelessness and hunger everywhere. Under overpasses. In front of your building, home or gym. On the buses and trains. The county is home to nearly 2 million people living with food insecurity and 60,000 homeless, many unsure of where their next meal will come from. Combatting this are … Continue reading “Chuck Studios, Manna Room cook food spot for homeless”

Reel 360’s last-minute gift guide of must-haves

Christmas, Hanukkah and Chrismakkah are literally around the corner. Hanukkah starts Saturday the 21st and we know when St. Nick is trespassing via our chimneys with the perfect gift. To make your last minute holiday gift buying just a l’il bit easier before the oohs and aahs from that creative director or director who’s very … Continue reading “Reel 360’s last-minute gift guide of must-haves”

Spot Welders’ Bull edits ambitious Pandora campaign

Listen to this – popular music streaming app, Pandora, today announced that its redesigned mobile experience is now available for all listeners after initially rolling out to select users in October. The new features are designed to enhance discovery and give listeners exposure to Pandora’s vast library of on-demand music and podcasts, personalized content recommendations, … Continue reading “Spot Welders’ Bull edits ambitious Pandora campaign”

mcgarrybowen, United go full force for ‘Star Wars’

Brands are now coming out in full force (see what I did there?) for their cross-promotions with the film that could possibly outgross this year’s Avengers: Endgame. Yes, we’re talking Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker and United is all in with their tie-“fighter”-in. Last week, we reported on United’s new Star Wars branded Boeing … Continue reading “mcgarrybowen, United go full force for ‘Star Wars’”

First Look: Anna Kendrick sings up snacking for Frito-Lay

Who doesn’t like Anna Kendrick? Not only is the multi-talented star of Pitch Perfect, Into the Woods and Up in the Air talented, she is so friggin’ cute. This holiday season, Kendrick joins Frito-Lay brands –  Lay’s potato chips, Doritos, Cheetos, Tostitos and Smartfood popcorn – to sing a new version of the classic Favorite … Continue reading “First Look: Anna Kendrick sings up snacking for Frito-Lay”

Review: Strong performances drive ‘Queen & Slim’

We’ve all had Tinder dates that have taken a wrong turn. But in Melina Matsoukas’ mostly-riveting romantic-thriller, Queen & Slim, this is a date that goes south. Really fast. In the past decade, there have been a slate of important films that have shined a spotlight on the history of racial tensions in this country. … Continue reading “Review: Strong performances drive ‘Queen & Slim’”