Sibling Rivalry Welcomes James F. Coton to Director Roster
May 13, 2025
TAKCOM Conjures the Soul of a Samurai Sword for KAI
Tokyo-based director and visual artist Takafumi Tsuchiya (aka TAKCOM) merges flinty CG and atmospheric live-action footage into an dramatic product film for venerable Japanese knife and cutlery brand KAI. [Watch]
Savants Directing Collective Sign to Jelly Roster
From the release: Jelly welcomes the European director collective Savants for global representation. [Watch]
Valentin Nouvel (aka NIU) Signs With Paris Prodco Eddy
From the release: Valentin Nouvel, also known as NIU, is a director and animator primarily active in advertising, particularly in the luxury fields (for brands such as Chanel, Tiffany & Co, Cartier, Diptyque), but also in documentary work, collaborating with clients like Arte, France.tv, Vox, and Slash. [Watch]
ManvsMachine Sees Right Through GM Energy
Aiming for “a perfect balance between tech and beauty”, the motion team at ManvsMachine explores stylized thermography and x-ray imagery in this brand film for Ultium Home, a new range of green residential products from GM Energy. [Watch]
NY Prodco Identity Welcomes Gloria Colangelo as Managing Partner
From the release: New York-based production company Identity has reinforced its status as a visual storytelling powerhouse and set the course for its next chapter by welcoming Gloria Colangelo as Managing Partner. [Watch]
Preview All the Design, Animation, and VFX Projects Selected for Stash 168
The incredible variety of motion work included in the Stash Permanent Collection is a major part of what makes it a vital creative resource, and our latest issue is a perfect example. Grab a peak at Stash 168 with this preview. [Watch]
