THE 2025 BAFTAS LONGLIST HAS BEEN ANNOUNCED!

BAFTA has revealed the longlist for the 2025 film awards ahead of the final nominations being announced on Wednesday 15th January. We’re glad to see the list features great echo client work from last year including:

Outstanding British film:

• BIRD with Costume Design by Alex Bovaird

• HARD TRUTHS with Hair + Makeup Design by Nora Robertson

• THE OUTRUN with Production Design by Andy Drummond and Hair + Makeup Designer Kat Morgan.

• WE LIVE IN TIME shot by DoP Stuart Bentley, BSC

The final awards ceremony will take place on Sunday 16 February!

CATCH UP ON 'THE LISTENERS' ON BBC IPLAYER!

If you haven’t watched them all yet, catch up on all episodes of THE LISTENERS on BBC iPlayer!

Directed by Janicza Bravo and produced by Element Pictures, THE LISTENERS stars Rebecca Hall, Claire Ashton, and Alexander Anderson.

The TV series follows an English teacher who begins hearing sounds no one else can and features Hair + Make-Up Design by echo’s Lisa Parkinson.

'WE LIVE IN TIME' OUT IN UK CINEMAS TODAY!

The highly anticipated WE LIVE IN TIME is out in UK cinemas today!

Directed by John Crowley with Cinematography by echo’s Stuart Bentley BSC.

The romantic drama is a collaboration between A24 and Studio Canal. Starring Florence Pugh and Andrew Garfield, this film is a must-see!

OUR ANNUAL CHARITY DONATION IS HERE!

We feel really strongly about giving back to the communities that we live and work in and helping towards making the industry a more inclusive place for all.

Annually 2% of echo's yearly post-tax profits are donated to charitable organisations.

This year we have picked 5 incredible charities making a difference in the world to donate to:

• Standing Tall - Empowering vulnerable young people to achieve their full potential

• Black Minds Matter - Working to address mental health inequalities within Black communities

• Cool Earth - Protecting rainforests to combat climate change and support Indigenous communities, any donations made to Cool Earth are matched by the organisation for December!

• Refugee Council - Providing vital support to refugees and asylum seekers in the UK

• Women's Aid - Working to end domestic violence and support women and children affected by it

Every donation makes a difference, to learn more about the charities listed, visit the links attached!

CATCH THE FIRST LOOK OF 'THE DEATH OF BUNNY MUNRO'!

Don’t miss the first look at the upcoming TV series adaptation of Nick Cave’s, THE DEATH OF BUNNY MUNRO!

Produced by Clerkenwell Films, directed by Isabella Eklöf and starring Matt Smith, the six-part series features echo client work with Production Design by Alexandra Toomey, Costume Design by Holly Rebecca, Cinematography by Nadim Carlsen, DFF and featuring editing work by Luke Dunkley.

TRAILER FOR LIVE-ACTION 'HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON' RELEASED

The trailer for the live-action adaptation of HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON, directed by David Lowery, has officially been released!

Produced by Universal Pictures and Dreamworks Animation, the film showcases work by new echo client, Production Designer, Dominic Watkins.

Mark your calendars as HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON is set to release in theaters in June 2025.

SARAH BREWERTON NOMINATED FOR THE 2024 CHILDREN'S AND FAMILY EMMY'S!

The 3rd annual Children’s and Family Emmys have revealed their 2024 nominations!

A big congratulations to echo’s Editor Sarah Brewerton who has been nominated within the ‘Editing For A Single Camera Live Action Program’ category for her work on Apple TV+'s THE VELVETEEN RABBIT!

Winners will be announced in the Los Angeles ceremony on the 15th of March 2025.

KORSSHAN SCHLAUER + AGNIESZKA DEBSKA WRAP ON FEATURE FILM 'LADY'

The upcoming feature film, LADY by director Samuel Abrahams has just wrapped!

Produced by MetFilm, the story focuses on a lonely, deluded aristocrat desperate for attention, who hires a reluctant director to film her every move. Her obsession with the spotlight takes a surreal turn when she starts becoming invisible.

The film features echo client work with Korsshan Schlauer, Director of Photography (pictured) and Agnieszka Debska, Production Designer.

THE 2025 SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL LINE-UP HAS BEEN ANNOUNCED!

The line-up for the upcoming 2025 Sundance Film Festival has been revealed and we’re excited to see several echo client work featured!

BUBBLE AND SQUEAK (pictured) written and directed by Evan Twohy will have its world premiere within the ‘US Dramatic Competition’.

Featuring Costume Design by Frank Gallacher, the romantic road comedy stars Himesh Patel, Sarah Goldberg, Steven Yeun, Dave Franco, and Matt Berry.

Bryn Chainey’s debut RABBIT TRAP will also premiere at the festival within the ‘Midnight’ category.

The psychological horror stars Dev Patel and Rosy McEwen, with Editing by Sam Sneade and Hair + Make-Up Design by Natasha Lawes.

As part of Sundance’s ‘Premiere’ category is THE BALLAD OF WALLIS ISLAND directed by James Griffiths.

Starring Carey Mulligan, Tom Basden and Tim Key with Production Design by Alexandra Toomey.

THE THINGS YOU KILL, written, directed and produced by Alireza Khatami will be premiering within the ‘World Dramatic Competition’. With Cinematography by Bartosz Swiniarski and a cast featuring Ekin Koç, Erkan Kolçak Köstendil, Hazar Ergüçlü, Ercan Kesal.

The film festival will take place in Utah next year from January 23rd to February 2nd!

'HALF MAN' STARTS PREP WITH CARLOS CATÁLAN, BSC!

HALF MAN has started prepping with echo’s Director Of Photography, Carlos Catálan, BSC!

Written and produced by Richard Gadd, the series is set to be directed by Alexandra Brodski and Eshref Reybrouck.

Set and filmed in Glasgow, the comedy-drama is backed by BBC Studios, HBO and Mam Tor Productions.

FIRST LOOK AT 'RETREAT'!

Don’t miss the first look RETREAT, Ted Evans’ debut thriller, and the world’s first deaf thriller starring an all-deaf principal cast, featuring Production Design by echo's Elena Muntoni.

Produced by The Fold, 104 Films and BBC Films, and starring Anne Zander and James Boyle the feature is set in an isolated deaf community, where cracks begin to appear in Matt’s (Boyle) seemingly idyllic world when the arrival of enigmatic outsider Eva (Zander) forces him to question the realities of his identity.

THE GOLDEN GLOBE NOMINATIONS ARE HERE!

The 82nd annual Golden Globes nominees were announced yesterday and we are proud to see echo client work featured within the nominations!

Peacock’s THE DAY OF THE JACKAL has been nominated for ‘Best Drama Television Series’ with Costume Design by Natalie Humphries and episodes 1 and 3 cut by Editor, Luke Dunkley.

The action thriller stars Eddie Redmayne who has also been nominated for ‘Best Performance By A Male Actor in A Television Series’.

Ewan McGregor has also earned a nomination for ‘Best Actor In A Limited Series, Anthology Series or A Motion Picture Made for Television’, for A GENTLEMAN IN MOSCOW with episodes 1 and 8 edited by Tim Murrell.

Keira Knightley is also up for ‘Best Performance By A Female Actor In A Drama Television Series’ for Netflix’s BLACK DOVES featuring Production Design by Laura Ellis Cricks.

TRUE DETECTIVE: NIGHT COUNTRY is a nominee for the ‘Best Television Limited Series’ along with ‘Best Performance By A Female Actor in A Limited Television Series’ for Jodie Foster and Best Performance By A Supporting Female Actor in A Limited Television Series’ for Kali Reis.

The mystery crime thriller produced by HBO features Costume Design by Alex Bovaird.

Stay tuned as winners will be announced on the 5th of January, 2025!

ANDY COMMIS NOMINATED FOR BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY AT AACTA AWARDS!

The nominations for the AACTAs are here, and we’re thrilled to announce echo Director of Photography, Andrew Commis, ACS has been nominated for Best Cinematography in Film for his work on FORCE OF NATURE: THE DRY 2.

Directed by Robert Connolly, the story follows five women participate in a hiking retreat but only four come out the other side.

THE 2024 CRITICS TV CHOICE NOMINATIONS HAVE BEEN ANNOUNCED!

The TV nominations for the 30th annual Critics Choice Awards are here!

We’re excited to see several series featuring echo client work in the line-up this year!

HBO’s TRUE DETECTIVE: NIGHT COUNTRY featuring Costume Design by Alex Bovaird has three nominations under its belt for ‘Best Limited Series’; ‘Best Actress In A Limited Series or Movie Made For Television’ for Jodie Foster and ‘Best Supporting Actress In A Limited Series or Movie Made For Television’ for Kali Reis.

MASTERS OF THE AIR has also gained a nomination for ‘Best Limited Series’ with Hair + Make-Up Designer by Kirstin Chalmers.

INDUSTRY S3 with Production Designer, Noam Piper and episodes 1,2 and 5-8 lensed by Federico Cesca, ADF, ASK has a nomination for ‘Best Drama Series’. Joined by THE DAY OF THE JACKAL with Costume Design by Natalie Humphries and episodes 1 and 3 cut by Editor, Luke Dunkley. The action thriller is also nominated under ‘Best Actor In A Drama Series’ for Eddie Redmayne.

Recent Netflix release, REBEL RIDGE lensed by David Gallego, ADFC is nominated for ‘Best Movie Made For Television’

Keira Knightley is up for ‘Best Actress In A Drama Series’ for Netflix’s BLACK DOVES featuring Production Design by Laura Ellis Cricks.

2018 Critic’s Choice winner Ewan McGregor collects another nomination for 'Best Actor In A Limited Series or Movie Made For Television’, for A GENTLEMAN IN MOSCOW with episodes 1 and 8 edited by Tim Murrell.

Anna Sawai is also up for ‘Best Supporting Actress In A Drama Series’, joining PACHINKO’S other nomination for ‘Best Foreign Language Series’ starring Editor, Dan Roberts on Leanne Welham’s episodes 2 and 6.

For 'Best Supporting Actor In A Limited Series or Movie Made For Television’, Liev Schreiber earns a nomination for his work on THE PERFECT COUPLE with co-editing on episode 5 by Editor, Morten Højbjerg.

Stay tuned as the award’s film nominations are announced on Tuesday 12th December!

‘WITCHES’ WINS BEST FEATURE DOC AT THE BIFAS!

This year’s BIFA Awards celebrated exceptional talent in British independent cinema, with notable wins across the board.

Best Feature Documentary went to WITCHES, directed by Elizabeth Sankey featuring Cinematography by echo’s Chloë Thomson, BSC.

Rungano Nyoni won Best Director and Susan Chardy earned Breakthrough Performance for ON BECOMING A GUINEA FOWL, which features Cinematography by echo’s David Gallego, ADFC and Production Design by echo’s Malin Lindholm.

Best Lead Performance went to Marianne Jean-Baptiste in HARD TRUTHS which features work from echo’s Hair + Make Up Designer Nora Robertson while Franz Rogowski took home Best Supporting Performance in BIRD, which features work from echo’s Costume Designer Alex Bovaird.

Christopher Andrews won the Douglas Hickox Award for Best Debut Director for BRING THEM DOWN, working alongside echo's Cinematographer Nick Cooke and Production Designer Fletcher Jarvis.

A huge congratulations to all the winners and nominees for their inspiring contributions to British cinema!

MARIA VON HAUSSWOLF NOMINATED FOR BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY AT THE SPIRIT AWARDS!

The nominations for the 40th edition of the Film Independent Spirit Awards are here, and we’re thrilled to announce echo Director of Photography, Maria von Hausswolff has been nominated for Best Cinematography for her work on JANET PLANET!

Directed by Annie Baker, the feature is set in rural Western Massachusetts, following a daughter in the summer of 1991 at home enthralled by her own imagination and the attention of her mother, Janet.

Congratulations Maria!

'ON BECOMING A GUINEA FOWL' OUT IN UK CINEMAS TODAY!

Produced by Element Pictures with backing from BBC Film, A24 and Fremantle, ON BECOMING A GUINEA FOWL will be premiering in UK cinemas today!

Winner of the Un Certain Regard ‘Best Director’ at this year’s Cannes, the film is directed by Rungano Nyoni as her second feature.

The comedy-drama filmed in Zambia features echo client work with Cinematography by David Gallego ADFC and Production Design by Malin Lindholm.

'BLACK DOVES' OUT ON NETFLIX TODAY!

The new Netflix action-thriller BLACK DOVES, directed by Alex Gabassi and Lisa Gunning is premiering today!

Starring Keira Knightley and featuring echo client work with Production Design by Laura Ellis Cricks.

Produced by Netflix, Sister Pictures and Noisy Bear, the series follows a woman living a double life whose secret identity is threatened when her lover becomes entangled in deadly circumstances.

FEDERICO CESCA, ADF, ASK WRAPS ON 'A KNIGHT OF THE SEVEN KINGDOMS'!

The upcoming HBO fantasy drama series, A KNIGHT OF THE SEVEN KINGDOMS has recently wrapped!

Set as a Game of Thrones prequel based on George R. R. Martin’s novella ‘The Hedge Knight’.

Owen Harris and Sarah Adina Smith direct the series, featuring echo client work with Cinematography by Federico Cesca, ADF, ASK on Smith’s episodes 3, 4 and 6!

MARK EVERSON, BFE STARTS ON UPCOMING NETFLIX FILM 'LADIES FIRST'!

Netflix’s upcoming comedy film LADIES FIRST has commenced filming!

Directed by Thea Sharrock and starring Sacha Baron Cohen, Rosamund Pike, Fiona Shaw, Emily Mortimer and Charles Dance, the film will be an adaptation of the 2018 French film ‘Je Ne Suis Pas Un Homme Facile’.

This will be one to watch, featuring echo client work with Editing by Mark Everson, BFE (pictured at the Johnny English premiere!)