Eleanor Films

01/23/2025

Kneecap has ignited a global sensation–a raucous, unapologetic chronicle of the rise of Belfast’s most provocative rap trio.

The bold, captivating visual world of Kneecap locks audiences into this revolutionary ode to the power of language. Vibrantly colorful, ambitious, and stunningly artful, this film’s audacious visual language raises a resonant voice for Irish freedom.

This Irish-language film shatters biopic norms, blending raw performances, hallucinatory visuals, and a sharp political edge. Rich Peppiatt crafts an anarchic yet deeply personal odyssey that explores the vibrant Irish hip-hop subculture while confronting the scars of intergenerational trauma, the erasure of native language, and the potent power of art to disrupt.

01/22/2025

Feel the wind whipping your hair back, prickling your skin. Feel the pure adrenaline of racing through city skyling, beside an iconic superhero. Feel the thrill of flying into the commotion of a bustling, hazardous skyline. Dare to take flight into the cinematic action of Anthony Leonardi III’s “Like Your Shield”.

With the power of VFX, a premium visual language, and an incredible performance from the airborne Anthony Mackie, we feel that we’ve flown into the epic world of a Marvel movie.

The deafening whir of helicopter blades. The cacophony of tumbling construction materials. The triumphant fanfare of an iconic hero. The riveting soundscape breathes stunning life into this sky-scraping adventure.

We feel the tension mount within this precisely crafted narrative. As helicopters and forklifts miss us by mere inches, we feel the pressure of a ticking clock as Captain America races to save the day in time. In an awe-striking twist, Captain America is too late. Another hero saves the Day–the shield of American Family Insurance.

01/16/2025

This imaginative storyteller’s kinetic visual poetry expresses the way that he views his world. To watch Passé’s work is to see a slice of the human experience rendered in the bold hues of his audacious imagination.

Throughout his portfolio, Passé’s layered soundscapes submerge audiences in each visual story.

“I draw inspiration from my mentor, Khalil Joseph. I always ask artists for stems. It’s transformed how I build a visual and sonic language. Working with stems, you have your vocals, you have your instruments, you have all the soundscapes and you can build your own soundscape. And it’ll still be in the same sonic tune, even if you’re incorporating different soundscapes.”

His films speak the language of his imagination, bold and elevated, yet rooted in the pulse of daily life.

01/15/2025

From a baby’s first photo and photographer Dad’s beaming smile to the sparkle in the eyes of a teen in love for the first time. From the bubbles of an infant’s first bath in the kitchen sink to the moment a father teaches his son to tie a tie. From a child hugging his grandparents tight to the tears of adolescent heartbreak. Every frame of this child’s growing journey is filled with profound emotion, reminding us of our own landmark life moments.

Watching these precious vignettes through a father’s loving eyes, we see the power in the milestones, the lessons, the triumphs, the memories that make us who we are. And we see also, the undeniable value of the family photos that preserve our stories.

Capturing the cherished memories of a growing family, Rodney Passé’s film “Life of Photos” honors the many landmarks new parents get to celebrate and anticipate.

“I wanted to show these intimate, human moments,” says Rodney. “Photography is sentimental. You’re capturing a memory to keep it forever. I wanted to focus on the human connections between families, between friends, between lovers. I wanted to focus on the sentimental moments we want to capture forever.”

“Life of Photos” is a cinematic memory book with a visual language elevated to exude the glowing excitement of new parents.

01/14/2025

At the crossroads of evocative imagery and human storytelling, this visionary’s profound works inspire a journey of reflection and emotion in his audience.

Durand credits three films as the major stepping stones of his directorial journey.

In his music video for Zimmer’s "Lost Your Mind," Jeremi Durand's experience was defined by the creative synergy he found with the client and the imaginative sparks that flew from the moment he heard the track.

Jeremi credits his music video for Kaycyy X Gesaffelstein's OKAY! & The Sun, as the landmark of the next stage in his career.

Facing extreme weather conditions as he crafted a surrealist masterpiece for the world-famous band Muse, Jeremi sees “Compliance” as a the marker of a third level up in his directorial career. Watching the stunning visual extravaganza, you may be surprised to hear there were no VFX in the video aside from the light in characters’ eyes.

Durand’s ambitions for the next step in his journey align with why he’s thrilled to have joined Eleanor.

“Eleanor is a company of tastemakers working with craft. It was clear talking with Sophie that knows her directors well and she knows how to be a voice for them. Bigger music videos, big-name commercials, a feature film, I have great ambitions for the next step. I want to push boundaries, and I want to work with a talented team that is ready to push boundaries. Eleanor feels like a place where I can do that.”

11/08/2024

From the adorable face of the four-legged visitor to the sprawl of cluelessness reminiscent of so many oblivious roommates, these vibrant vignettes elevate all-too-familiar moments. These are films we can laugh with and that relatability makes their humor compelling.

Candice Vernon’s gift for subtle, grounded comedy is on full display in her recent campaign for Febreze. Gorgeous production design, witty humor, and character-focused storytelling bring these vibrant films to life.

Vernon’s films invite us into vivacious homes that feel true to real families. From the art above the kitchen to the guitar in the living room, these settings are a glimpse into our characters.

Her attentive approach to character blooms in the detailed, relatable characters that fill her comedic campaign. In their small facial expressions, personality-painted wardrobes, and curated spaces, we are given insight into who they are.

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

11/07/2024

Eleanor’s newest signing Candice Vernon is a true storyteller, able to ground her work’s witty humor in compelling authenticity.

Finding joy in the power to uplift and unite her audiences, Candice is able to capture and amplify the humor in small, human moments.

A world-traveler, a community builder, a comedy club regular–Candice Vernon is a true cultural polymath. The depth of her storytelling flows from the considerate perspective she brings to every experience, “Life inspires me. I think experiencing life with an openness is what really inspires me.”

There aren’t many Black, female comedy directors. Unafraid to shatter a glass ceiling or two along her cinematic journey, Candice takes pride in paving the way for the next generation of Black female directors in comedy.

“I grew up with the odds stacked against me, said Candice. “I had to work my way up. I want young women to know they can make a living doing exactly what they dreamt up in their heads because they saw another woman do it. I want to be an example of what’s possible.”

A champion of powerful voices in film and a resonant cinematic badass, ELEANOR and Candice make an incredible duo.

11/05/2024

We’re on the shortlist darling!

Femi Ladi’s “Lion’s Paw” for Disney x Balmain is shortlisted in the “Brand Collaboration” category. Ella Ezeike’s Babe is shortlisted for best music video. Ella Ezeike’s “Genesis Band” for Highsnobiety x Zalando is shortlisted in the “High Street” category.

Keep your eyes peeled, Eleanor’s left her stylist mark on the Berlin fashion Film Festival…

10/31/2024

The whisper of arrow pulled against bow. The gleam of a full moon cloaked in velvet night. The crackle of soldier’s campfire. We are immersed in the stunning action that unfolds before our eyes.

Then CUT! The filmic world around us reveals itself as a bustling set. We follow a fast-paced interview with Kingdom Director Kim Seong-hun, hearing his creative approach.

A switch in helmets. A bigger moon. An arrow set on fire. Watching his lightning-quick decisions, we are immersed in Director Kim Seong-hun’s imaginative vision and confident discernment.

Crafting a premium visual world that seamlessly flows between heart-racing cinematic action and the rush of technology-driven behind-the-scenes, Anthony Leonardi III’s film for Samsung celebrates the connection between technology and creativity.

10/30/2024

We wait in the deep teal, flickering purgatory of a pharmacy line, this stretching queue’s egregious wait time emphasized by barbecuing customers extinguishing a too-tall flame.

We let the water of a butter-yellow shower cascade over our (matching) butter-yellow baseball cap. A yellow bathrobed man waters grass behind our bathing hero, building a bizarre scene that leaves questions percolating in our mind and a puzzled smile on our face.

The trembling cacophony of the massage chair remaining in a florescence-painted garage sale overwhelms our ears. A model ship, a chainsaw, golf clubs, the mostly vacant garage is a museum of the sarcastic seller’s prized possessions–a hilarious glimpse into the treasures of the sweatsuit-wrapped seller quaking in the massage chair.

Each boldly colorful, captivatingly surreal vignette of Ariel Danziger’s spot for HIMS submerges us in an artful manifestation of everyday dilemmas. And then Ariel ups the sarcastic humor to a hilarious crescendo, just before whisking us into the next vivid scene.

Eerie steel guitar, the buzz of fluorescent lights, the whir of a chainsaw–the rich soundscape of “Hims” textures each surreal vignette, engulfing us in the visual worlds embodying all-too-real annoyances.

Delivering sarcastic lines with perfectly dry performances, each fourth-wall-shattering actor maintains a straight face in hilarious contrast to the absurd scenes surrounding them.

10/29/2024

An ode to a child’s ever evolving vision for the future, Ella Ezeike’s debut feature immerses audiences in the exuberant wonder of childhood.

“Misight Today” cinematic visual language elevates every moment, manifesting a child’s wide-eyed curiosity across the screen.

Split screens and match cuts collage the wide array of interests our young heroes dare to explore.

From prismatic styrofoam planetariums to budding painter’s promise-filled canvas, every frame of this film glows with the young polymath’s unbounded excitement and bold personality.

Showing these young characters easily apply their contact lenses, this film dismantles the senseless stigma against children wearing contact lenses.

While capturing a filmic visual world that feels true to the whimsy of childhood, these films remain grounded in authenticity, telling a story of exploration that is so true to youthful ambition.

10/25/2024

Masterfully using contrast and parallel to craft each artfully detailed vignette, Maureen Hufnagel’s "Intimate Strangers" campaign for Coca-Cola gives us a cinematic glimpse into its characters’ worlds, all markedly distinct but united in their passion for football.

Maureen is precise and intentional about what we are told about each character, the personality traits their wardrobe reveals, the subtle specificities of how they carry themselves and interact with their world, the pithy descriptions of the narration.

The woman going to her first solo vacation is first framed standing alone, looking at the train schedules. The man who came from job hunting clutches his gold necklace close to his lips, no doubt a good luck charm and a nervous habit.

Maureen captures each shared moment with whimsically elevated visual storytelling that amplifies the beautifully woven narrative.

Alex and David’s symmetrical shot emphasizes their division, at opposite sides of the bar, and the moment they literally and figuratively come together in celebration.

The visual metaphor of the 20-hour intern timidly making his way through the crowd of his coworkers to stand beside the 20-year manager reinforces their oppositional experience levels within the company, adding uplifting meaning to their celebratory hug.

In an epic finalé, each spot crescendos as the characters share in exuberant celebration, the flourish of cinematic music underscoring their shared, victorious joy.

10/24/2024

A worldbuilding artisan, a tried and true craftswoman, a storyteller with razor-sharp humor–Maureen Hufnagel’s esteemed body of work astonishes audiences with epic crescendos and intimate details.

In joining Eleanor’s UK office, Hufnagel steps into the London market, expanding her artful eye and clever humor to connect with a new audience.

Honored by the Cannes Lions, Clios, Ciclope, the Berlin Commercial Festival, and Diente Awards, Hufnagel’s accolades speak to her renowned talent for astonishing global audiences.

It is Maureens’ dedication to craft that pours vibrant life into the small, human details of even her most epic, most expansive films.

Ever on the edge of their seat, audiences watch Maureen’s visual poetry wowed by the compelling narrative momentum she crafts and inspired by her deft use of visual metaphor.

Contrast and contradiction are her sandbox–a realm for play and exploration that produces gorgeous narratives.

With great anticipation, the UK commercial sphere has its eye on Maureen Hufnagel, eagerly awaiting what ambitious craft and witty humor her future in the London market holds.

10/21/2024

In Adrian De Sa Garces’ hands, everyday skincare routines are transformed into enchanting moments of wonder. His direction for Burt’s Bees immerses us in a wanderlust-inspired sensory experience, where nature and imagination collide. With whimsical performances, meticulously crafted sets, and a radiant visual style, Adrian conjures a lush, dreamlike world that draws viewers into its magic.

I. An office gift exchange transforms into the fantastical coronation of the Queen of Gifting before our eyes. The sleek geometric room sprouts a lush rainforest verdure. A majestic, snow-white elephant emerges holding a glistening honey crown in her trunk.

II. Amid a simple bus stop, an icy, snow-capped mountain range crystalizes before our eyes. In an enchanting finalé, a feathery snowflake kiss coalesces upon our commuting protagonist’s lips.

With visuals plucked from an enchanting storybook, this imaginative campaign feels like the escape from the everyday we yearn for. To daydream that our mundane moments are interrupted by a majestic elephant or the crystalization of snow-painted mountains.

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