FLASHBACK FRIDAY: HIS HOUSE SHOWING ON BBC 3 TODAY!
As part of Flashback Friday, we’re shining a light on Remi Weekes' HIS HOUSE!
Starring Sope Dirisu, Wunmi Mosaku, Malaika Wakoli-Abigaba and Matt Smith, the horror drama released in 2020 was produced by Regency Enterprises.
Featuring echo client work with Costume Design by Holly Rebecca, don’t miss this film showing on BBC Three today at 22.00 GMT!
ALICIA MACDONALD'S 'CC EMILY' IN PRODUCTION WITH RACHEL CLARK AND BOBBIE COUSINS!
Alicia MacDonald’s (pictured) feature CC EMILY is currently in production featuring Cinematography by echo’s Rachel Clark and Production Design by Bobbie Cousins.
Written by Rachel Hirons and produced by Working Title, the romantic comedy has recently announced that heading the cast will be Spike Fearn (Alien: Romulus) and Angourie Rice (Mare of Easttown).
THE CICLOPE AWARDS 2024 SHORTLIST IS HERE!
The CICLOPE Awards 2024 shortlist has arrived and we’re happy to see echo client work featured!
CONSIDERING WHAT? (pictured) directed by Steve Rodgers for this year’s Channel 4 Paralympics campaign, has been nominated for 3 categories. With Production Design by Jon Henson, the commercial is up for ‘Best Production Design’, ‘Production Achievement’ and 'Direction (Over 20 seconds)'.
Lucy Forbes' NEVER JUST A PERIOD for Bodyform’s latest campaign has also been nominated for the same 3 categories, with Production Design by Alex Holmes!
Within the ‘Best Branded Comedy’ category, we’re glad to see a last year favourite, OBLIVIA COALMINE for Make My Money Matter. Directed by Raine-Allen Miller with Production Design by Bobbie Cousins and Hair + Make-Up Design by Natasha Lawes.
Also within the ‘Direction (61 to 120 seconds)’ category, is Henry Hobson’s striking SICKER THAN PATIENTS commercial for Frontline 19 featuring Production Design by Sophie Becher and Hair + Make-Up Design by Natasha Lawes.
Winners will be announced at the ceremony next Thursday, 10th October!
CATCH THE LATEST EE CAMPAIGN WITH WORK FROM OIAN ARTETA + BUKI EBIESUWA!
Catch the latest EE campaign directed by Dan Emmerson titled PARENT DUTY!
Produced by Somesuch, the 60-second film set to the track of DJ Luck and MC Neat’s 'A Little Bit of Luck’ features echo client work with Production Design by Oian Arteta and Costume Design by Buki Ebiesuwa.
PILLION WRAPPED!
Echo’s Production Designer Francesca Massariol and Hair and Make Up Designer Diandra Ferreira have finished filming PILLION, a thrilling new feature directed by the talented Harry Lighton, and backed by BBC Film and Element Pictures.
Starring the captivating Alexander Skarsgård and Harry Melling, Pillion takes us on an intense ride as Colin, a shy and reserved man, crosses paths with Ray, a bold and magnetic biker gang leader. As Ray pulls Colin into a provocative and submissive relationship, Colin’s world is shaken, igniting a journey of transformation that tests his boundaries and redefines his sense of self.
This bold, gripping story promises to deliver both tension and emotion, and we can't wait for the highly anticipated release!
THE OUTRUN UK RELEASE!
After much anticipation, THE OUTRUN has finally been released in UK cinema’s today! Directed by Nora Fingscheidt, this adaptation of Amy Liptrot's 2015 memoir stars Saoirse Ronan as an alcoholic returning to her family’s farm in Scotland to confront her sobriety. The film also features powerful performances by Stephen Dillane and Saskia Reeves and showcases the creative talents of Echo's Production Designer Andy Drummond and Hair and Makeup Designer Kat Morgan.
Produced by Arcade Pictures, BBC Film, Brock Media, Screen Scotland, and Weydemann Bros, The Outrun masterfully captures the harsh realities of alcoholism. Kat Morgan's remarkable hair and makeup design further emphasizes the film's themes, adding depth to its depiction of these challenges. You can read more about her work here.
In addition to its UK release, The Outrun will be hitting North American cinemas on October 4th, making it an indie film you won’t want to miss!
FLASHBACK FRIDAY: SUSIE COULTHARD ON 'EUSEXUA' BY FKA TWIGS!
We’re welcoming today’s Flashback Friday with FKA Twig’s music video for EUSEXUA!
Produced by Object & Animal and directed by Jordan Hemingway, the otherworldly promo features Costume Design by echo’s Susie Coulthard
THE 2024 UK MTV MVA'S NOMINATIONS ARE OUT!
The 2024 UK Music Video Awards nominations are out!
Sending a huge congratulations to the echo client work featured within the shortlist!
Within the ‘Best Alternative Video – UK’ category, we’re happy to see PEOPLE ARE GOOD by Depeche Mode with Hair and Makeup Design by Dasha Taivas directed by Rich Hall, along with The Smile’s WALL OF EYES, directed by Paul Thomas Anderson featuring Costume Design by Susie Coulthard.
Hair and Makeup Designer, Natasha Lawes worked on Jade’s ANGEL OF MY DREAMS video, which is up for ‘Best Pop Video’ and V’s FRI(END)S, nominated for ‘Best Pop Video – International’.
White Fat Family’s video for WORK (pictured) directed by CC Wade is also nominated for ‘Best Rock Video – UK’ featuring Costume Designer, Bren.
Winners will be announced at the ceremony on October 25th!
GRIERSON AWARD NOMINATION!
The Grierson Award nominations have been revealed, and LOCKERBIE has earned a spot in the Netflix Best Documentary Series category. Directed by John Dower, the gripping four-part series was produced by Mindhouse Productions and Sky Documentaries, with cinematography by Echo’s Will Pugh.
LOCKERBIE delves into the tragic 1988 bombing of Pan Am Flight 103 over Lockerbie, Scotland — the deadliest terror attack on UK soil. Through powerful storytelling and meticulous research, the series brings new light to this devastating event that shook the world.
INSIDE RELEASE
INSIDE, the latest film from Charles Williams, Palme d'Or-winning director of the 2018 Cannes Film Festival, has made waves with its thrilling release in Australia. Lensed by echo’s Andrew Commis, ACS, this gripping prison drama pulls audiences into the raw intensity of life behind bars. Produced by Macgowan Films and the Finnish Impact Film Fund, INSIDE features powerhouse performances from a stellar cast, including the iconic Guy Pearce, rising star Cosmo Jarvis, and the magnetic Toby Wallace.
A VERY ROYAL SCANDAL IS OUT NOW!
After much anticipation, A VERY ROYAL SCANDAL has finally been released on Amazon Prime! Directed by Julian Jarrold with cinematography by echo Felix Wiedemann, BSC and production design by Noam Piper, the series delves into Prince Andrew's disastrous interview about his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Produced by Blueprint Pictures, this gripping series stars Michael Sheen, Ruth Wilson and Ian Hughes.
WATCH NOW: HARD TRUTHS TRAILER
The trailer for HARD TRUTHS has just been released! Directed by Mike Leigh and featuring makeup by Nora Robertson, this film stars Bryony Miller, BAFTA-winning Marianne Jean-Baptiste and Sophia Brown. Co-produced by The Mediapro Studio and Thin Man Films in association with film4 and Creativity Media, the film delves into the ongoing exploration of the contemporary world, offering a tragicomic study of human strengths and weaknesses.
SURVIVING EARTH OUT NOW
The feature film SURVIVING EARTH, directed by Thea Gajić, has been released today. With production design by Elena Muntoni and costumes by Oliver Cronk from echo, the movie is produced by My Accomplice & Sona Films. Based on a true story, the film follows a Serbian immigrant who, after overcoming heroin addiction, becomes a drug counsellor and battles the urge to relapse.
'THE KILLER'S GAME' OUT IN US CINEMAS TOMORROW!
J.J. Perry’s THE KILLER’S GAME hits U.S. cinemas today!
Produced by Dogbone Entertainment, Endurance Media, and K. JAM Media, the action-comedy features editing by echo's Simon Smith and stars Dave Bautista, Sofia Boutella, and Terry Crews. The film follows a veteran assassin diagnosed with a terminal illness who orders a hit on himself—only to find out new information that changes everything. As former colleagues turn against him, chaos erupts.
GUY RITCHIE'S NEW COMMERCIAL FOR RIYADH RELEASED!
Guy Ritchie has directed a new mini-horror film titled TOUCHING HANDS for Riyadh Season, produced by Reset. Released this week, the film showcases production design by echo's Sophie Becher and features boxers Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois in starring roles, alongside a supporting cast of undercard boxers making their debut in the musical horror genre.
'IN CAMERA' OUT IN UK CINEMAS THIS WEEKEND!
After wowing audiences and earning nominations at last year's film festivals, IN CAMERA is finally out in UK cinemas from the 13th of September!
Don't miss out on this cinematic drama, directed by Naqqash Khalid and featuring stunning Hair + Makeup Design by echo’s Diandra Ferreira.
Produced by BBC Films, Prettybird and Public Dreams, this is one to watch!
CATCH THE TRAILER FOR 'THE EXTRAORDINARY MISS FLOWER'!
If you haven’t seen it yet, don’t miss the trailer for the LFF-selected THE EXTRAORDINARY MISS FLOWER!
Based on the true story of Geraldine Flower and the unearthing of a suitcase filled with letters to her, the reveal of her remarkable life inspired Icelandic singer-songwriter Emilíana Torrini to return to the studio.
Directed by Iain Forsyth and Jane Pollard with Costume Design by echo’s Susie Coulthard.
Referenced as part film, part theatre and part fever dream, we can’t wait to dive in!
PERFECT COUPLE RELEASED ON NETFLIX
THE PERFECT COUPLE, based on the bestselling novel by Elin Hilderbrand, has now been released on Netflix!
Directed by Emmy and Oscar winner Susanne Bier, with co-editing on episode 5 by echo Editor, Morten Højbjerg, the star-studded series features Nicole Kidman, Liev Schreiber, and Dakota Fanning.
'BRING THEM DOWN' + 'THE ASSESSMENT' TO PREMIERE ON DAY FOUR OF TIFF!
Christopher Andrew’s BRING THEM DOWN will be screening its world premiere on day four of TIFF today!
Supported by BFI, Screen Ireland, Tailored Films, MUBI and Stray Bear, the thriller drama stars Barry Keoghan and Christopher Abbott with Cinematography by echo’s Nick Cooke and Production Design by Fletcher Jarvis.
Another premiere gracing TIFF today will be the sci-fi thriller, THE ASSESSMENT (pictured) directed by Fleur Fortuné in her feature debut.
Featuring Alicia Vikander and Elizabeth Olsen with Costume Design by Sarah Blenkinsop!
'WE LIVE IN TIME', 'MASTERPIECE MOMMY + 'HARD TRUTHS' SCREEN AT TIFF TODAY!
Day three of TIFF is upon us with another set of captivating echo client film premieres screening today!
John Crowley’s romantic drama WE LIVE IN TIME starring Florence Pugh and Andrew Garfield will host its world premiere at TIFF today with Cinematography by echo’s Stuart Bentley BSC.
Dorothy Sing Zhang’s MASTERPIECE MOMMY will be part of TIFF’s Short Cuts programme starring singer-songwriter, Leah Dou in her first international acting debut with Hair + Make-Up Design by Natasha Lawes.
Comedy drama, HARD TRUTHS led by Marianne Jean-Baptiste also joins today’s premiere list! Directed by Mike Leigh and Hair + Make-up by Nora Robertson!