Film and TV

In college, I studied under Emmy winner Joe Boucher, the producer of "The Simpsons" and "King of the Hill." I love to write about international film, indie movies, offbeat comedies and anything that gives me a sense of wanderlust. I write often about campaign films, and like to delve into the art of them rather than simply marketing moves.

My favorite movie? The Secret Life of Walter Mitty.

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Rolex hails Hollywood for Perpetual Arts Initiative

As the Oscars come to a close, Swiss watchmaker Rolex is shining the spotlight on movie magic. Keeping the fanfare going, the brand is celebrating its ties to cinema across digital touchpoints, from publishing pictures of its sponsored spaces at the weekend awards ceremony to airing interviews with American filmmaker Martin Scorsese. The horological house is bringing attention to its longstanding relationship with Hollywood in a move that both draws upon the captivating nature of the industry and uplifts the Rolex Perpetual Arts Initiative.

Singapore Airlines presents New York City travel guide for film fans

Singapore Airlines is spotlighting an iconic hub for arts, entertainment and movie magic. With the help of its flight crew, the company is broadcasting first-person explorations of global cities in the “Beyond the Cabin” series, a collection of episodes that act as themed travel guides for the adventurous. Revealing the intimate knowledge that those in the organization have of each location, the programming follows along as members of the Singapore Airlines community touch down and discover popular tourist destinations – this time, an in-flight manager uncovers New York City from a film fanatic’s point of view.

Miu Miu inaugurates celeb-studded 'Women’s Tales' committee

Italian fashion house Miu Miu is expanding upon two decades of support for female figures in the world of cinema. The brand is tapping well-known leaders in the field to guide a standing short film series. Stewarding the evolution of existing programming, American filmmaker Ava DuVernay and actor and director Maggie Gyllenhaal designer join cofounding member Miuccia Prada and other notable names in establishing the "Miu Miu Women’s Tales Committee," working together to expand visibility, up engagement and reframe the 20-year-long program’s narrative.

'East meets West' in Kenzo's fall/winter 2023 campaign

French fashion label Kenzo is bridging the cultural divide. For fall/winter 2023, the brand is out with “East Meets West,” the campaign exploring the interactions between the United Kingdom, the United States and the streets of Japan. Specifically bringing to life the 1960s youth culture that swept up the Asian nation, artistic director Tomoaki Nagao — better known as Nigö Goldeneye — is welcoming the Kenzo community to the Kyoto and Osaka of his childhood.

Chanel connects food, fashion in latest podcast episode

French fashion house Chanel is out with a new podcast episode in its third edition. Featuring American chef Jon Gray and British chef Ruthie Rogers, the duo discuss equity, seasonal cooking and the intersection of food and design on the “Chanel Connects” series. Allowing listeners exclusive insights into another creative profession, the sixth installment of the current season puts epicurean excellence and high fashion in the same space, touting both as markers of culture.

Dior gets rebellious, reimagining 1950s fashion for fall/winter 2023

French fashion house Dior is celebrating the power of independent women from its home soil. Set against the sparkling backdrop of Paris, the maison is out with its fall/winter 2023 campaign. The ready-to-wear pieces and their accompanying film reenvision the straightlaced wardrobes of the 1950s with the help of three rebellious female figures spanning generations: Catherine Dior, French singer Édith Piaf, and brand ambassador and singer Juliette Armanet.

Orient Express lends locomotive to 'Mission: Impossible' crew

International hotel, river cruise and rail company Orient Express is stealing the show on the silver screen. For the newly-released blockbuster, Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning, the company built a replica of its historic, art deco-era trains. Orient Express is taking viewers behind the scenes in a new activation, showing off technical know-how and creative spirit just in time for the film’s premiere. “The Mission: Impossible team has taken the use of trains as locations to a whole new level,” said Simon Pielow, cofounder of Luxury Train Club, Swindon. “We have enjoyed for some years providing trains, carriages, and rail facilities such as stations for movies and more, but we acknowledge that Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning has hugely raised the bar!”

Cartier channels Grace Kelly in ‘Grain de Café’ homage

French jewelry maison Cartier is nodding to a famed starlet from Hollywood’s golden era. The brand is centering the Grain de Café jewelry line in its latest slot, a favorite of American actor and princess of Monaco, Grace Kelly. Tapping Elle Fanning to embody the late celebrity, Cartier is situating the historic design in modernity, bringing together a sense of heritage, old glamor and an appreciation for the stars of today.

Gucci platforms modern connections in 'Link to Love' campaign

Italian fashion label Gucci is taking a look at the Gen Z and millennial dating scene. The latest campaign, “Gucci Link to Love,” explores the modern landscape of romance. Through unique jewelry shapes, gender-neutral appeal and visual storytelling, the slot and its accompanying online collection capture what love looks like to the courting generation of today. “When we think of romance, we think of wooing and a yearning for another person,” said Kimmie Smith, cofounder and creative director of Athleisure Mag, New York. “A modern romance is one that is fluid and is not bound by the constraints of gender, and so the pieces that are offered can be worn in whatever way that you identify,” Ms. Smith said. “The minimalist aesthetic includes pieces that have pops of rich gemstones allowing you to wear them in the way that you choose and how you wish to present yourself.”

Chanel showcases dualism for spring/summer 2023

French fashion house Chanel is tapping into the transformative spirit of brand ambassador Kristen Stewart in the newest campaign slot. The American actor is the muse for the brand’s ready-to-wear selection, speaking to the power of reinvention and self-evolution in the accompanying visuals. Set against the two contrasting French backdrops of urban Paris and the coastal south, the cinematic showcase played with the idea of complementary contradictions and rebirth. "Chanel's spring/summer ready-to-wear campaign featuring Kristen Stewart focuses on personal evolution and transformation, showcasing how fashion can impact one's confidence and desire to start fresh every day," said Dalia Strum, founder of ReThink Connect and professor at The Fashion Institute of Technology, New York.

Chopard homages Hollywood, high jewelry in new film series

Swiss jeweler Chopard is platforming a sense of joie de vivre with the help of American actor Julia Roberts. The partnership is celebrating the feel-good spirit of both Ms. Roberts and the moviemaking industry in the United States, releasing a 12-part mini-film series. The brand brought on American film director James Gray to help bring the joyful homage to life, who has directed big-budget films such as Ad Astra and The Lost City of Z.
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