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13/05/2008

AKQA Film Launches

AKQA Film has launched to create and distribute unique digital programming and content for clients and independent projects.
AKQA Film combines the existing motion graphics and broadcast team to create a team of 20 people in London.
AKQA Film brings together a multi-disciplinary team of award-winning director, writer, motion-graphics and production talent to create feature length films, branded content, programming and entertainment. The company will also work in partnership with broadcasters and production companies.
In addition to producing and managing content for clients, AKQA Film will produce and sponsor independent films and other creative projects.
AKQA film projects have included: 'Tipping Pot' for Pot Noodle; 'Slip and 'Boxhead' for Xbox; 'Everyday Masterpieces' and 'Eco-drive' for Fiat; as well as the full-length feature, 'Unflinching Triumph' for Red Bull.
Tom Bedecarre, AKQA's Chief Executive Officer, said: "Over the last five years, we have been recognised for our award-winning entertainment, feature-length films, programming and documentaries. AKQA Film builds on that momentum and brings together our world-class creative talent and collaborators to launch a new generation of memorable ideas that international audiences will love to share."
(KMcA)
VMI.TV Ltd

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