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TO LIVE AND DIE AND LIVE THEATRICAL RELEASE
Apr 17, 2025
Apr 17, 2025

Our feature film, written and directed by Qasim Basir is getting a theatrical release on May 16 in AMC multiplexes from AuthentiQ Films & CinemaStreet Pictures. See you at the movies!

Apr 17, 2025
<SUPERLATIVE SIGNS CLAUDIA ABEND
Jan 16, 2025
Jan 16, 2025

We’re extremely grateful to add documentary filmmaker Claudia Abend to our roster as we kick off 2025. Her textured narratives, emotional storytelling and feature documentary background make Claudia the type multi-dimensional artist that we are looking forward to partnering with for branded content and beyond!

Jan 16, 2025
<SUPERLATIVE SIGNS MALAKAI
Dec 4, 2024
Dec 4, 2024

We are beyond ecstatic to welcome Malakai to the <SUPERLATIVE Class of 2024. Malakai is a storyteller within the genres of magical realism, docu-narrative, and installation art whose talent “cannot be contained”.

Dec 4, 2024
GOLDPEAK
Nov 1, 2024
Nov 1, 2024

New Docu-Series directed by Brian Pineda following Amiel Stanek as he travels to the home kitchens of three professional chefs exploring how brunch is about real golden moments.

Nov 1, 2024
THE HONEST CO. DIRECTED BY CLAUDIA ABEND
Jul 29, 2024
Jul 29, 2024

Check out The Honest Company's new campaign by our incredible director Claudia Abend! We collaborated with agency Tinuiti and service company Metropolis Films.

We couldn't think of a better director to capture the relationship between moms and their babies who know all too well the importance of using clean products when taking care of someone with sensitive skin.

Jul 29, 2024
&lt;S SIGNS JERK STORE DIRECTING DUO
May 14, 2024
May 14, 2024

<SUPERLATIVE is hype to welcome dynamic comedy directing duo Jerk Store to the roster class of 2024!

May 14, 2024
COURTNEY DIXON LATEST FILM TRIBECA PREMIERE
Apr 29, 2024
Apr 29, 2024

Depression is a Beast, the latest short doc from the talented Courtney Dixon utilizes horror movie aesthetics to help viewers understand and de-stigmatize depression. Beyond hype that it will be premiere at Tribeca Film Festival 2024! Click for tix to the premiere this June.

Apr 29, 2024
SPAM
Feb 20, 2024
Feb 20, 2024

Director Brian Pineda put genuine passion and sizzle in this new campaign for SPAM in partnership with BBDO MW.

Feb 20, 2024
PRIORITY HEALTH
Nov 14, 2023
Nov 14, 2023

<SUPERLATIVE director Melanie Chung directed an incredibly heartfelt spot for Aisle Rocket agency, showcasing the initiatives being taken by Priority Health to empower children who seek mental health support.

Nov 14, 2023
CHISPA  - FLUENT IN AMOR
Nov 7, 2023
Nov 7, 2023

April Maxey directed the first-ever campaign with Majority Agency for Latinx dating app Chispa, featuring celeb influencers and icons with a toast to modern love stories and connections across Hispanic culture.

Nov 7, 2023
CETAPHIL - HEALTHY RENEW
Sep 26, 2023
Sep 26, 2023

<SUPERLATIVE produced this kinetic CETAPHIL ad alongside agency Deutsch NY. The commercial was crafted with a fastidious eye and aesthetic by director Jackie Bao.

Sep 26, 2023
donkey
Jun 29, 2023
Jun 29, 2023

MATT KAZMAN’S SHORT FILM ‘DONKEY’ FEATURED ON SHORT OF THE WEEK AND IS A VIMEO STAFF PICK!

Jun 29, 2023
&lt;S Sponsors laapff
May 18, 2023
May 18, 2023

As a multicultural production company, we were proud to sponsor the LAAPFF and highlight new voices in Asian and Pacific Islander cinema. This year was no exception with beautiful films and unforgettable moments to celebrate them.

May 18, 2023
&lt;S SIGNS PETR SIMON
May 10, 2023
May 10, 2023

<SUPERLATIVE welcomes Petr Simon to our Class of 2023! His work includes spots and digital campaigns for global brands such as LEGO, Skoda, Jaegermeister and Zapier. <S manager Stefan Dezil says, “Petr’s storytelling skills are propelling SUPERLATIVE into a whole new realm of modernism in filmmaking. He’s a young auteur who loves to apply his personal influence and artistic control to branding.”

May 10, 2023
&lt;S signs blush la
May 4, 2023
May 4, 2023

We are so excited to be working with Deirdre "Dee" Rymer Rivard and Lisa Gimenez of Blush LA. Dee has a long standing relationship with our Executive Producer Pia Clemente and says of her, "It’s amazing to work alongside a long time industry colleague who not only understands the market but who offers our agency and brand clientele top shelf service.”Lisa added, "Just in the short time we have worked together the interest in the roster is clear. The level of taste and director curation is right on the money." Both Blush and <Superlative share the same commitment to elevating underrepresented voices.

May 4, 2023
KSC Space Center
Feb 14, 2023
Feb 14, 2023

Congrats to Director Ian Robertson and Peter Mayer Agency on winning GOLD and SILVER at the American Advertising Awards in New Orleans for Kennedy Space Center’s “Gateway” Campaign! We’re so proud of this story that continues to push humanity to reach for the stars.

Feb 14, 2023
CONGRATS TO pete chatmon on naacp image award nomination!
Feb 7, 2023
Feb 7, 2023

Congrats to powerhouse director Pete Chatmon for his NAACP Image Award nomination for Outstanding Directing in a Comedy Series for HBO’s ‘The Flight Attendant’! The public can vote to determine the winners of the “54th NAACP Image Awards” by visiting www.naacpimageawards.net. Voting closes on February 10, 2023.

Feb 7, 2023
NEW SIGNING! &lt;S DIRECTOR COURTNEY DIXON FEATURED IN SHOOT MAGAZINE
Feb 2, 2023
Feb 2, 2023

We are excited to welcome innovative, visionary documentary filmmaker Courtney Dixon to our <SUPERLATIVE family! Read more about her history and our exciting collaboration here in SHOOT magazine. Dixon has directed spots for Dove, Aleve, Benjamin Moore Paints and eHarmony. From Courtney: “No matter the subject matter, my focus is on ingraining the piece with a deeply humanistic voice with an evocative spin.”

Feb 2, 2023
QASIM BASIR’S TO LIVE AND DIE AND LIVE PREMIERES TODAY AT SUNDANCE ‘23!
Jan 20, 2023
Jan 20, 2023

Today is the day! Our narrative feature drama film TO LIVE AND DIE AND LIVE, directed by <S director Qasim Basir, is premiering for the first time January 20th at 1:25PM at The Ray Theatre in Park City. The film follows Muhammad, a strong, handsome Hollywood film director, as he makes his way through the gorgeous and alluring landscapes of a rebuilt Detroit — the glistening legacy of his newly deceased stepfather Khalid, a be loved and highly regarded building contractor.

Jan 20, 2023
TARGET - HOLIDAY
Dec 9, 2022
Dec 9, 2022

<S director April Maxey perfectly captures the excitement, fun and cozy vibes of the holiday season with this spot for Target. Grab your friends and get shopping at the one stop holiday shop!

Dec 9, 2022
qasim basir’s feature film ‘TO LIVE AND DIE AT LIVE’ set to premiere at SUNDANCE!
Dec 9, 2022
Dec 9, 2022

Our first narrative drama feature film, written and directed by <SUPERLATIVE’s own Qasim Basir, has been selected to premiere at the Sundance Film Festival 2023! Come see us in UTAH and celebrate this soulful, personal story set in Detroit.

Dec 9, 2022
IBX - DRIVEN
Nov 1, 2022
Nov 1, 2022

Independence Blue Cross spot, “Driven”, on location in Philly with director Connor Carroll just released! IBX and agency Tierney, aligning with our brand ethos, is “committed to good” and strives to give back to the community. And, yes, the cheesesteaks are as good as they say.

Nov 1, 2022
campire storyteller ian robertson directs HONDA: CALLING ALL EXPLORERS for dailey + 9th wonder.
Oct 6, 2022
Oct 6, 2022

Best campfire storyteller Ian Roberton directs HONDA: Calling All Explorers for Dailey + 9th Wonder.

Oct 6, 2022
cox: meet the neighbors DIRECTED BY MATT KAZMAN HITS OVER 1 MILLION VIEWS
Jul 19, 2022
Jul 19, 2022

COX: MEET THE NEIGHBORS campaign directed by Matt Kazman hit over 1 million views! Shoutout to agency 180LA for incredible, hilarious creative that brought us back to ol’ 80s sitcoms to bring families closer to each other.

Jul 19, 2022
WORK: NEW.0 TRAILER DEBUT
Apr 27, 2022
Apr 27, 2022

<SUPERLATIVE and Qualtrics Studios partnered on an upcoming documentary that explores the evolving future of the workplace and its impact on the next generation. Debuting in 2022 exclusively on XM+

Apr 27, 2022
hello again series directed by melanie chung
Mar 11, 2022
Mar 11, 2022

Director Melanie Chung helms Hello(Again) romcom series executive produced by Simu Liu (Marvel’s Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings) which premieres on March 25th for streaming on CBC Gem.

Mar 11, 2022
ADIDAS: always ORIGiNAL
Feb 17, 2022
Feb 17, 2022

Director MALAKAI shepherded this global campaign for Adidas Originals and agency TBWA\NEBOKO.

Feb 17, 2022
SentinelOne
Feb 1, 2022
Feb 1, 2022

We partnered with Sentinel One on this new campaign to highlight their revolutionary autonomous cybersecurity with impeccable storytelling and direction by Bryan Schlam.

Feb 1, 2022
Burt’s Bees Baby
Jul 6, 2021
Jul 6, 2021

We are excited to launch a new brand of Burt's Bees Baby: baby formula in this spot called "Nature" crafted with Dentsu and the fabulous director Melanie Chung.

Jul 6, 2021
Crystal Farms
Apr 20, 2021
Apr 20, 2021

<S and Director Charlie Mysak helmed the brand campaign for Crystal Farms with agency Public Works.

Apr 20, 2021
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