Photoplay has signed internationally renowned
director, Lance Kelleher.
Returning
to Sydney for family, Kelleher is excited to devote more time to the
local production industry. He joins Photoplay for representation in
Australia, New Zealand and Asia.
Now known for creating work
that is epic in scope but always intimate in detail, Kelleher found his
start in New Zealand as a news and documentary editor and filmmaker. He
then began directing music videos that lead him first to Sydney and then
on to London. This early training has continued to inform his work as a
visual storyteller. His move into advertising now spans a 30-year
career that has seen Kelleher direct commercials on every continent. His
most recent work includes projects for Herbalife (USA/global), IKEA
(Europe), Nationwide Insurance (USA), Jim Beam (Global), VW (China) and
Rexona (Australia).
With a talent for dramatic visuals, VFX post, and in-camera stunts,
Kelleher has created an impactful legacy. His portfolio includes
campaigns for Jaguar, Canon, Renault Global, Lexus, Jim Beam, Qantas,
Alfa Romeo, Chevrolet, Coca-Cola, IKEA, BMW, Heineken, Sony and Samsung.
Kelleher is the director behind the multi-award winning TAC 'The Ride'
commercial (Australia). Over the years, he has accrued creative awards
at major international shows such as Cannes, D&AD, One Show, Clios
and New York Festivals.
Says Oliver Lawrance, EP, Photoplay: "It's been great to get to know Lance
over many catch-ups and beers, he's a truly passionate filmmaker driven
to make his work truly stand out. The production landscape is changing at a rapid pace
and Lance is someone who has truly embraced the filmmaking challenges
this entails. I'm excited to have Lance back in Sydney and available for
local projects."
Says Kelleher:
"Meeting Oli and the team at Photoplay, I was immediately drawn to their
talent and ethos. As a collective of creative people, I have great
respect for their work and for the wonderful relationships they have
built up in Australia and further afield. I'm really happy to have found
a home in Photoplay and look forward to working with our country's
finest agencies."
Having secured the film rights to Tim Bowden's
bestselling novel One Crowded Hour, Kelleher will co-produce alongside
Todd Fellman and Sylvia Wilczynski with writer-director Kim Mordaunt and
with assistance from Screen Australia. One Crowded Hour follows
Australian combat photojournalist and cameraman Neil Davis who
documented areas of extreme conflict in South East Asia for over 20
years.
To view Lance Kelleher's director reel click here.