Eleanor Films

09/04/2024

She walked in and suddenly nothing was mundane about my groundhog-day commute. A gust of wind seemed to follow her. Crossing those incredible boots one in a glorious strut, she made the train platform her runway. Just as those eyes glinting with mischief met mine, she pulled out the very book I had been reading. In that moment, we shared a smile that felt like a secret.

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Life is but a string of mundane and memorable steps, and our shoes carry us through each one. Adding a touch of elegance to every stride can transform any moment, darling. With richly cinematic visual storytelling, Kelsey Taylor’s Directed By campaign for Russell & Bromley manifests the extraordinary difference of luxurious detail across the screen.

09/02/2024

Family photos memorialize the beaming smile of a father bathing his grinning baby, the mischievous joy of a big and little sister conspiring to sneak top-shelf sweets, and a mother lovingly styling her son’s hair.

From framed moments in time, we move to see snapshots of the present day. The baby has grown into the warmly smiling woman who cares for and bathes her father. The younger sister now helps her older sister pot a bouquet of flowers. A son tenderly trims his elderly mother’s hair.

With a beautifully understated ex*****on, Chris Chuky’s film for Carers UK is intentional in how it recognizes the world’s so many unpaid carers. This is a story of love told gently. The subtle camera movement speaks to the gradual evolution of these relationships, holding a mirror to how this change unfolds in life. With soft light and warm colors, Chris imbues every frame with an optimistic, nostalgic tone.

08/27/2024

Your limbs tremble. Your heart races. Sweat flies. You spit blood.

Your body is pushed to its very limit, the precipice of possibility. And then, you push on.

Athleticism is an art in Kacper Larski’s spot for Garmin.

Every frame of “Fenix 8” portrays feats of physicality with the glorifying beauty of a Renaissance painting. Slicing across snow-white mountains, splashing into a gleaming lake, scaling a towering cliffside, we are plunged into the electrifying moments of our athlete’s persistence.

The dynamic pacing of this spot immerses us in the sensation of the limits of physicality. We are plunged into a shaky rush of adrenaline. And then, Kacper freezes time to sit with the moment our athletes push beyond their body’s screams to stop.

The soundscape only whispers of ragged breath, the crunch of gravel, and whipping wind, all set to a graceful piano melody. The contrast between this elegant, quiet sound and the fierce intensity of the physical exertion that flashes across the screen creates a reverent tone.

08/12/2024

Eleanor's newest signing, Connoisseur of Craft Femi Ladi, brings immaculate artistry to every genre he explores, from his technical tour de force “My Family” music video to his vivid afro futuristic masterpiece “Oba” short film.

There is a poetry in how Ladi’s surrealism challenges viewers’ perception of reality. Subverting expectations at every turn, his films are layered with compelling visual metaphors.

Winning the 2021 UKMVA Best Hip Hop Video, Femi Ladi turned heads worldwide with the masterful cinematic craftsmanship of “My Family.” This critically acclaimed music video tells Pa Salieu and BackRoad Gee’s celebration of found family with an innovative, technically beautiful use of motion control.

Introspectively inspired and mesmerizingly executed, Femi Ladi award-winning film “Oba” unfolds a story of identity and heritage, submerging audiences in a richly bold, gorgeously surreal visual world. “I had this story within me.” says Femi, “I hadn't written it yet, but I always knew I wanted to make this story.”

“How Femi looks at the world is incredible,” Says Eleanor President Sophie Gold. “He crafts dazzling new realms that bring you in. There are layers to each of his narratives. The deeper you look, the more you see. I am thrilled to welcome Femi to Eleanor’s roster.”

07/16/2024

This adrenaline-packed flurry artfully immerses us in the physicality and emotion of a football coach and reservist’s leadership on and off the field.

Pen slices against paper. A team's chants bleed into the muffled cheers of the crowd. A pulsing soundscape plunges us into the thrilling action of this sportsman epic.

We flash between scenes, the playbook, the locker room, the rushing blur of green and white. Kacper’s stunning use of mixed-media textures this empowering portrait of leadership.

This visual poem glows in our chest like the crescendo of a grand sports drama. Mythological allusions only underscore the sense of glory and honor in leading a team.

U.S. Army Reserve

06/27/2024

Step into the whirlwind of productivity that buzzes throughout Fully Loaded headquarters.

Furious typing, multitasking snackers, a video call ongoing in the bathroom… everything is happening at once in this bustling production office.

Everything, that is, but a moment of rest.

Ice tea in hand, Lindsay Lohan takes a stand. Rallying her hustling team to give themselves a restorative pause, Lohan introduces the new hottest term of 2024–TEA BREAK.

As the office go-go-go breaks into hilarious tea breaking hullabaloo, our film finds its cathartic crescendo.

Kelsey Taylor’s film for Pure Leaf flips the script on perceptions of taking a breather from constant productivity.

The ever-connected work world now has the language to celebrate a moment of respite.

06/13/2024

You’re hosting the dinner party of the century. An exuberant chatter fills the air. The people you love most have come together, dressed to impress and glowing with excitement.

And, as ritual as the toasting of drinks and the warm hugs…is the revolving door procession in and out of your restroom…

Potential host anxiety bubbles up. And yet, there is no need for fear…

A celebration of the joy of coming together, “Revolving Door,” acknowledges the oft-unspoken fears surrounding scent at a crowded gathering.

Exploring the powerful relationship between scent and space, Candice Vernon eases audience fears of odor in charming vignettes for Febreze, With this campaign, Candice becomes the first Black director to direct a Febreze commercial.

06/06/2024

You are weightless. Drifting through outer space. Tinkering with the space shuttle control panel. An astronaut in the newest space blockbuster.

Then, Greg walks in. Walks. He’s somehow defied gravity.

How can this space cadet, worlds from Earth’s pull, amble around his ship?

Loaded Scratchers.

With gravity-defying VFX, impeccable comedic time, and a sleek, cinematic visual world, Anthony Leonardi III’s “Loaded” immerses audiences in a space adventure-comedy.

06/03/2024

Georgia’s step into the commercial sphere marks a thrilling turn for craft-centered cinema, the union of entertainment and advertising, and the power of diverse perspectives behind the lens. Georgia’s intimate portraits move with gentle grace and yet hold searing sociopolitical parallels. Capturing real, lived q***r stories, Georgia’s emotive narratives resonate with audiences that have long felt unseen. In Georgia Oakley's BAFTA-Nominated debut feature a le***an PE teacher leads a double life, seeking both community and security under the new pressure of Section 28 legislation in Blue Jean, starring Rosy McEwen. "One of the central themes of Blue Jean was the performance element of self, or ‘the double,' Georgia said in an interview with 1.4. "I’m fascinated by the discrepancy between the way a person presents and whatever is really going on beneath the surface.

Lady Eleanor and Director Georgia Oakley met at the Curzon Soho theater to drink wine, eat pizza, and discuss Georgia’s adventures within the film world.

05/09/2024

Hear it girl and it mom Paris Hilton's hot tips on how to "slive" your best mom life. Unlock Comedian Kat Stickler’s tickling secret on how to buckle in resistant little ones in their car sear chariots. Have iconic Actress Tia Mowry decode the perplexing lexicon of younger generations for you.

Deutsch and Walmart hired director Kelsey Taylor for this hilarious, uniting adventure. Moms Answer Moms invited moms everywhere to rejoice in both the aid of helpful hacks and the bond created by the shared trials, tribulations, and joys of motherhood.

Eleanor is a progressive, innovative production company that celebrates talent and, true to its name, shines a light on visionary directors.

05/02/2024

Strap into the mesmerizing momentum of Adrian De Sa Garces’ globetrotting, time-traveling adventure for J.P. Morgan. First, you’re meeting-ready at the bustling BOP headquarters, the first office of a wonderfully fictitious e-scooter company on the rise.

In a grand visual waltz, you are pulled through different corners of the world where the sparks of innovation fly. You grab takeout in the neon-tattooed alleyways of Tokyo. You move a large shipment on the cargo-decorated docks of a Brazillian seaport. You sip coffee outside a Copenhagen cafe.

Then, in a twist of movie magic, you step into the innovation-studded streets of future worlds. You utilize face scanning technology, pick up lunch from a robotic arm, zip through Capetown, among the fleet of BOP e-scooters.

04/30/2024

Join me on an exploration of entrepreneurial wonders.

For our first stop, we tour the glinting steel kitchen and buzzing restaurant crowds of a culinary oasis. On our next escapade, we voyage into a realm of tattoo artistry, whirring irons, and body art daredevils. Finally, we glimpse a space of meaningful change–a nonprofit boardroom.

Our guide through these domains is the spirited Masterchef judge who runs all three– Aarón Sánchez.

Verizon Business Ogilvy

04/23/2024

Journey into the character-steeped, ethereal worlds of Ella Ezeike's visual poetry. Drawn to narrative-style films but unafraid to waver from linear structure, Ella’s work pulses with emotive vulnerability–performance and soundscape working in harmony to create a powerful feeling within her audience.

Visual poet Ella Ezeike met Lady Eleanor fireside to discuss her creative journey, profound portfolio, and filmmaking muses. Escape the frigid April gloom and curl up with this enchanting exploration of the art of visual storytelling.

04/18/2024

From theatrical roots to directorial greatness, 1.4's interview with Chris Chuky unravels his creative expedition.

DP, Ethan Lodge, Chris Chuky and talent Tamia Stone-Martin © credit: James Barber   After starting out as an actor, you segued into directing – can you tell us a bit more about this career […]

04/18/2024

Christopher Chuky's spot for Jack Daniel's features the first ever redesign of whiskey brand’s iconic logo tee. Whiskey tones warm every storytelling frame of this visual poem written in the brand language of Jack Daniel's. Wesley Joseph discusses his creative vision, as the Jack Daniel's X Wesley Joseph tee spins in a washer. The camera spins too, submerging us in the retro world of the London laundromat.

Iris

Eleanor is a progressive, innovative production company that celebrates talent and, true to its name, shines a light on visionary directors.

04/16/2024

Today, we’re celebrating Chris Chuky’s addition to Eleanor’s UK roster. Drawn to high drama, emotive performances and elaborate production design, Chris’ cinematic poetry evokes a romantic, vintage flair, while daring to delve into turbulent storylines.

His talent for affective moments sparkles in his award-winning BMW x BFI short film “Blades”. While much of Chris’ portfolio explores theatrical, emotional narratives, his gift for satire shines in a Channel 4 X Domino’s mockumentary following the rise of The Yodel Boiz, a fictional drill music group influenced by yodeling. Most recently, Chris directed a social first campaign for Jack Daniels with Iris, working with musical artist Wesley Joseph within a hypnotizing laundromat world.

Chris Celebrates his addition to the Eleanor team, “I'm in safe hands. Seeing the talent, seeing everyone killing it, seeing how hungry and determined everybody is–that is exciting. I feel like that mindset is with everybody within Eleanor. I'm a go-getter, so I really like people to champion that drive. I feel like I'll be able to spread my wings with Eleanor.”

Under the breezy London twilight, Lady Eleanor was able to sit for a martini and a chat with the newest…

04/15/2024

Rohan Blair-Mangat’s cinematic minute for American Express dazzles on the 1.4 Shortlist.

Drawing on his experience in narrative features, Blair-Mangat ventured to immerse audiences in premium parallel journeys–Issa Rae’s screenwriting process and a couple’s climactic date night.

Renowned for his ability to instantly submerge his viewer in a spot’s filmic wonderland, Blair-Mangat’s talent for elevated visual storytelling reaches new heights in every attentively orchestrated frame. A waltzing momentum flows from the sweeping movement, lighting, performance, cinematography, and music that animate these vivid twin storyworlds. In this visualized exploration of the relationship between creativity and space, American Express holder and Insecure screenwriter Issa Rae is an agent of imaginative transformation.

dentsu Executive Producer Carly Salaman raved, “Rohan is the exact kind of director you want to work with–extremely passionate about his vision and dedicated to the project, making sure it is executed to the highest craft.”

This whimsical masterpiece for American Express garnered online praise for championing Black talent on and behind the screen. “When Inspiration Hits” furthered Issa Rae’s continued work with American Express on the Backing Change initiative, a movement to support minority-owned small businesses.

Rohan Blair-Mangat's brilliant symphonies of light, color, and movement immerse audiences in imaginative manifestations of brand storytelling. Co-founder of Change the Lens and hero of rich, filmic storytelling, Rohan Blair-Mangat is decorated in a glittering ensemble of gold and silver, including s...

04/12/2024

Through deep green foliage, amid a concert of calling birds and chiming wildlife, beside the whispering flame of a campfire you’ll find Anthony Leonardi III’s forest adventure for Samsung. Bundled in a camouflage of twigs and leaves, Konsta Punkka Wildlife Photography charms with a hilariously deadpan delivery and impeccable comedic timing. Immerse yourself in the cinematic allure of these lush woodlands, a scenic frame for Punkka’s dry humor crafted with VFX magic and stunning production design.

04/02/2024

Kacper Larski’s It’s Your Time Campaign is on the 2024 CLIO Awards shortlist. This prestigious recognition speaks to the heart and style of this action-packed campaign for the U.S. Army Reserve.

Kacper Larski sews stirring authenticity into this adrenaline-charged film by shooting the spot documentary-style and prioritizing emotive performances. Launching a new Army Reserve logo, It’s Your Time embraces the myriad skills and many pathways available within an Army career, championing the central role of education and the wide diversity of the heroes that serve in the army.

“I thought of the camera as a documentarian who treated the Reservists more like a friend than a subject. Our visual language was stylized, but textured, personal, and authentic–embracing a mixed media approach. Blending and blurring our visual storytelling, we showed how Reserve life exponentially expands civilian life and how, at the end of the day, there is no separation between the two.”

https://clios.com/awards/winner/film-craft-cinematography/u-s-army-reserve/it-s-your-time-511018

03/27/2024

"Today we’re celebrating the many faces, joys and stories of motherhood."

Sophie Gold hand-picked five stunning stories of motherhood for LBBonline - Little Black Book's High Five channel, not just as Eleanor's President and Executive Producer, but also as a mum to two beautiful daughters.

Little Black Book, President and executive producer at Eleanor, Sophie Gold, relishes in all things maternal with five touching ads that have stuck with her

03/26/2024

What better way to begin a night of glittering, glamorous celebrating than with a little pampering! Last Thursday, industry royalty painted the town red, raising a glass to advertising artistry at the British Arrows Awards. The festive night was enchanted by a luxurious preface. Eleanor’s Glam Bar, a pop up beauty parlor, offered attendees an extravagant realm of hair, makeup, and shoe shines. Want a glimpse into this salon wonderland? Explore this gallery from the elegant evening!

Peek behind the scenes of Eleanor’s Glam Bar, an ephemeral beauty parlor prelude to the British Arrows.

03/11/2024

You know me, darling. I wear limelight like a fur coat. Dance to the symphony of turned heads. Relish in the chance to capture the attention of my beloved audience. But this astounding recognition has filled the entirety of my soul with the profoundest gratitude.

Ad Age has crowned Eleanor as The 2024 Production Company to Watch. We rejoice in the esteemed company we keep on the A-List. In Eleanor’s hands, this illustrious award makes a bold statement, spotlighting our centering of craft, handmade approach to business, and focus on taste.

“It’s an incredible honor to have this light shone on us,” says Eleanor President Sophie Gold. “I’ve spent many years reading this very special publication. To be recognized on these sacred pages in our fourth year has taken my breath away. I hope to inspire more people to make bold moves. To follow their heart as I did in December of 2019. Eleanor is just getting started, keep your eye on us, darling. Our creative journey is just beginning.”

Please, join our revelry. Play a song. Laugh out loud. Raise a dirty, dirty martini to the brilliant promise breaking over the horizon. There are more creative apexes to be surmounted. More storytelling depths to be explored. More imaginative worlds to be carefully crafted. We hope you’ll join our unfolding adventure.

https://adage.com/article/special-report-agency-list-creativity-awards/best-production-companies-2024-eleanor/2542936

The company has tackled campaigns for Apple, Hyundai, American Express and more, all with less than 10 full-time employees.

02/22/2024

Rohan Blair-Mangat crafts a reverent tone in “Apple: Baseline”. Emotive performances, subtle hand movements, and the stirring simplicity of the visual world emphasize each powerful lyric of Tobe Nwigwe’s “Make it Home. Broadcast on a national scale during the NBA finals, this poetic, resonant film shines a light on the racial injustice faced by Black Americans.

02/19/2024

A symbolic yellow butterfly flitting across a basketball court’s dazzling lamplight transports us into the lyrical world of “The Guilty Ones”. As the hypnotic soundscape swells, Stephen Curry’s rousing narration champions the revolutionaries who dare to challenge the norm. Dawit N.M. captures the surging energy of athletic greatness, an inspiring celebration of change-making players for Curry Brand and Under Armour.

02/16/2024

“Without that dark you wouldn’t be able to understand or even appreciate light” - Sean Leon. Rohan Blair-Mangat’s stirring documentary unfolds Sean Leon’s creative process and journey of persistence. A story of artistic community, family love, and passionate perseverance, House of Leon immerses audiences in the distinct visionary that crafted the Memories album and the memories and people that shaped Sean Leon’s life.

02/15/2024

When you look upon Adrian De Sa Garces’ “Game Changers,” you feel the legendary presence of boxing hero and activist Muhammad Ali. Adrian De Sa Garces “Game Changers,” brings the late, great Muhammed Ali to the boxing ring once again with 3D animation. Highly detailed 3D worlds were crafted to animate this glinting homage to history’s greatest athletes.

02/12/2024

Manifesting the immersive listening experience in swirling, bursting sparkles that flow from each airpod, Rohan Blair-Mangat creates a luminous auditory galaxy in “Under the Spell”. A silhouetted dancer, a nod to the iconic iPod advertising, revolves in a captivating, weightless choreography. With him, we ascend into a cosmic musical ecstasy.