Papaya Films London Oozes with New Talent

From left to right: Lonan Garcia, Julia Rogowska, Kosta Glušica, Mauri R. Chifflét, Giorgio Bruni, Lua Voigt

After an incredibly fast start to 2023, Papaya Films is adding six exciting new directors to its already eclectic global roster. Representing a diverse array of different styles, each of these directors offer a unique mix of experience and knowledge, further emphasising Papaya’s desire to support the most dynamic, up and coming talent possible. 

“Our ambition to make the best work we can has meant we are continually on the lookout for the next generation of talent. By looking in emerging, often unexpected places, we hope these new directors show that the best creators are often found where you least expect, proving that with the right support, talent can thrive like you can never imagine.” said Wojtek Skiba, executive producer, Papaya Films.

Believing in evoking emotion in every inch of her work, Lua Voigt is a Brazilian director characterised by her stunning camera technique, transitions and vignettes. Based in Lisbon, her unique flair and desire to capture otherwise fleeting moments has seen her create projects for Pantene, Dove and Samsung, always bringing something unexpected to the frame. 

“Obsessed by nature, I remain fascinated by the unknown and the extraordinary. I'm passionate about capturing authenticity in my work; a love of honest, raw storytelling that I’m excited to bring to London.” said Lau Voigt, director, Papaya Films London. 

Having honed his skills in the fast-paced world of sport, London born Giorgio Bruni has developed an incredible eye for visual storytelling. Global projects for Vans, Nivea and Nike has seen him work with the likes of Eden Hazard, Luis Suárez and Paul Pogba, each time bringing their talent to life in a striking and memorable way.

“I’m relishing the opportunity to collaborate with a mix of new and old and friends at Papaya, creatively pushing myself to make some really exciting projects.” said Giorgio Bruni, director, Papaya Films London.

Combining his early love of documentary with strong visual narrative, Mauri Chifflét creates work defined by poetic realism told through beautiful cinematic imagery. Born in Montevideo, but raised in Sweden, this multicultural background and highly distinctive style has seen him thrive in the automobile world, creating work for Toyota, Lexus and RAM. 

“I always try to create work at the highest quality possible, something I feel Papaya Films has been doing since the very beginning. It’s this commitment to the craft that makes me believe we’ll be a great match and I can’t wait to get started in London.” said Mauri Chifflét, director, Papaya Films London. 

Known for her intimate approach on set, Julia Rogowska likes to be close to the action. Since winning the Papaya Young Directors Contest in 2015, she has refined her humorous, often surreal style to create stories that continually surprise and delight in every frame. With a vivid use of colour and VFX, her imaginative approach has seen her create award-winning work for Mercedes-Benz, Samsung and McDonald’s, with her film for AXA’s ‘Smart Bell’ Campaign winning Silver and Bronze at the 2017 Cannes Lions. 

“After giving me my first big break in 2015, I’ve always wondered if I’d make my way back to the incredible team at Papaya. I cannot wait to get stuck in with the London crew, working with their insane talent to take my work to the next level.” said Julia Rogowska, director, Papaya Films London. 

Marrying a rare combination of technical mastery and artistic vision, Lonan García is a unique talent. Based in Barcelona, his early production design experience and innate passion for cinema has given him the ability to create provocative, yet playful work defined by stunning in-camera effects and seamless transitions. This instinctive approach to filmmaking has seen him create work all over the world for the likes of eBay, Lidl and Amazon Prime. 

“The creativity of the UK has always intrigued me, somewhere I’ve always felt as though I could really express and grow my style. I can think of nowhere better than to do that with than Papaya, working with their incredible team to hopefully make the best work of my career” said Lonan García, director, Papaya Films London.

Bringing an authentic, human touch to everything he does, Kosta Glušica is a natural storyteller. Having started out as a DOP, his striking use of colour and innovative VFX create work filled with emotion, shown most clearly by his captivating dance sequences. This uniquely expressive style has made him sought after across the industry, working on a wide range of projects from advertising commercials to features. 

“London is an incredibly inspiring creative hub with a unique energy. I'm so hyped to be part of it with Papaya and their super talented team.” said Kosta Glušica, director, Papaya Films London.