The Inspiration

Ever wondered what fills the world’s most creative minds?
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Peer Review: Freddie Powell
11th Feb

Peer Review: Freddie Powell

Director Freddie Powell of DROOL tells us why people skills trump talent, which filmmakers he envies most, and how turning 'safe' scripts into something magical has become part of the job.

3rd Feb
On My Radar: Fatal Farm

On My Radar: Fatal Farm

Neighborhood Watch directing duo, Fatal Farm, aka Zachary Johnson [left] and Jeffrey Max, on the amazing opportunities afforded by Zillow, the "proto-Idiocracy" of The Nutty Professor 2, skillet cookies with ice cream, and GI Joe action figure collections.

2nd Feb
Harry Bradbeer: A Few Of My Favourite Things

Harry Bradbeer: A Few Of My Favourite Things

From Fleabag's statue to Sherlock's pipe, the Park Village director reveals the props and personal relics that linger long after cut is called.

27th Jan
On My Radar: Tom Wilson

On My Radar: Tom Wilson

Feel Films director Tom Wilson tells us about his creative radar, revealing he's a sucker for a Google Sheet, has dipped his toe - and his pen - into Japanese artistry, and loves living in Europe's best kept secret.

26th Jan
Mykyta Bereg: A Few Of My Favourite Things

Mykyta Bereg: A Few Of My Favourite Things

Church Edit’s Mykyta Bereg reveals the motorcycle, Moccamaster, and Massive Attack that keep his creativity moving.

22nd Jan
Playlist: Pablo Garcia

Playlist: Pablo Garcia

Pablo García is a composer and sound engineer at the award-winning music production company Pickle Music. Here he talks about some intriguing music promos, using the S-4 sampler by Torso, and his admiration for Cole Palmer.

21st Jan
Peer Review: Veronica and Yamel

Peer Review: Veronica and Yamel

From Spike Jonze to Alexander McQueen, Agüita founders Yamel Thompson and Veronica Leon reflect on the culture-defining creatives who inspire them and tell us how trust, shared taste and absolute honesty power their partnership.

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20th Jan
On My Radar: Kyle Thrash

On My Radar: Kyle Thrash

RadicalMedia director Kyle Thrash admits to being a reformed walker, says it's definitely worth it to watch L'Oréal's brand film, and can't envision life without his iPad, as he tells us what's on his creative radar.

16th Jan
Brandon Kapelow: A Few Of My Favourite Things

Brandon Kapelow: A Few Of My Favourite Things

Voyager director Brandon Kapelow reveals the canines, celluloid, and Chevys that fuel his creativity.

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14th Jan
Peer Review: Blair Getz Mezibov

Peer Review: Blair Getz Mezibov

Greenpoint Pictures director Blair Getz Mezibov has been capturing photos and films since he was given his first camera – and cowboy boots – aged just 15. Here, he chats about the power of simple visuals, the human storytelling of Robert Redford, and the importance of staying present in a project.

13th Jan
On My Radar: Franki Goodwin

On My Radar: Franki Goodwin

From being inspired by Swingers to finally understanding Aphrodite, Franki Goodwin, Saatchi & Saatchi London’s Chief Creative Officer, reveals what’s on her creative radar.

12th Jan
Tomás O’Gorman: A Few Of My Favourite Things

Tomás O’Gorman: A Few Of My Favourite Things

The Ogilvy Barcelona Executive Creative Director shares the wisdom, work contracts and otherworldly pens that help keep his inspiration flowing.

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