Spotlight On:

Creative initiatives and ways to destress, get involved or be inspired while staying at home.

This week we are spotlighting the cinemas and film festivals that are adapting to the new normal of moviegoing. 
 
MOCEAN helped Cinemark Cinemas create a custom spot highlighting their new safety protocols.
 
John Waters designed the poster for the 58th New York Film Festival which will be held with virtual and drive-in screenings.
 
Alamo Drafthouse cinemas are hosting screenings of "42" in honor of Chadwick Boseman. All proceeds will be donated to the Colon Cancer Foundation: 
 
Missing movie theater popcorn? Arena Cinelounge has 10 different gourmet popcorns for sale on their website.
 
This week we are spotlighting some cool Instagram accounts to follow for entertainment lovers: 
 
@movieposterofthday - A great account showcasing movie posters new and old
@colorpalettecinema - Get a close up look at the color palettes used in iconic film scenes 
@accidentallywesanderson - A beautiful feed of locations around the world that invoke the beloved film director's distinctive style
@posterhousenyc - A brand new NYC museum dedicated to the art of the poster
 

This week we are spotlighting some of the incredible creatives for hire featured on the daily Muse Recruits initiative. Click to learn more and view their portfolios.

Wallace Bridges Jr. -  Art Director, Los Angeles

Xochitl Orozco - Jr. Art Director, Los Angeles

Chris DeAngelis - Editor, Los Angeles
 
Jessica McEwan - Copywriter, Los Angeles
 
Alberto Belli - Comedy Director, Marina Del Rey, CA
 
Criterion Collection - The Criterion Collection has lifted their paywall on select titles about Black lives. Recommended titles: Daughters of the Dust, Losing GroundDown in the Delta

Netflix Netflix launched a special collection of over 45 titles about racial injustice and the Black experience. Recommended titles: When They See Us, Da 5 Bloods, Moonlight

Paramount: Selma - Paramount has released Ava DuVernay's 2014 film on the historic march from Selma to Montgomery during the Civil Rights movement for free on Youtube Movies. 

Warner Bros. Entertainment: Just Mercy Warner Bros. has released this new title that stars Michael B. Jordan in the incredible true story of civil rights lawyer Brayn Stevenson for free on Youtube Movies.
 
 
Black TV and Film Collective - Works to attract, engage, and create opportunities for talented storytellers of color in the fields of television, film and digital entertainment.
 

Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center - Designed to advocate, educate, research, develop, and preserve the history, and the future, of blacks in the film and television industries.

I Need Diverse Games - Dedicated to helping those that want to bring more diversity to the art of gaming. 
 
Black Theatre Network  - Dedicated to the exploration and preservation of the theatrical visions of the African Diaspora
 

We Are Hear x Wild Card - The Wild Card team was treated to a live music showcase from rising British artist, LION from music label/publishing group We Are Hear.

Chip's Channel - How do you design a website for a DESIGN STUDIO without going crazy? Creative Director, Ronnie Koff, shares his approach to reimagining Imaginary Forces' website.

MediCinema - Nonprofit brought over 4,500 hours of films to the bedside screens of 1,300 U.K.-based hospital patients completely free of charge.
 

ELA "Meet Our Neighbors" series - Say hello to Jeff Consoletti of JJLA, a live event production, management and entertainment firm. 

Tribeca Drive-In Missing the movie experience? Tribeca Enterprises, co-founded by actor Robert De Niro, is teaming up with IMAX and AT&T to launch a drive-in movie series, kicking off June 25.

Criterion Collection Profiles Saul Bass Visionary designer Saul Bass saw the aesthetic potential in movie titles and pushed them into previously uncharted territory. On the 100th anniversary of his birth, the Criterion Channel is showcasing some of his best-known works.

Ayzenberg's LISTEN IN Chris Do from The Futur discusses how to reinvent your creative career from the ground up. 

Chip's Channel - Imaginary Forces Creative Director Tosh Kodama stops by Chip’s Channel to share how he uses science, laughs and tar to promote LA’s La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.

Ayzenberg's LISTEN IN - Matt Bretz talks with Ayzenberg CCO Gary Goodman about the challenge of making video during COVID-19.

Amazon Studios "For Your Community" - Amazon has donated $1 million for Jon & Vinny’s restaurant group to prepare meals for local charities feeding those in need. They have also donated their FYC billboard space to COVID-19 non-profits.

Buddha Jones Creator Series - This week profiles a Buddha Jones employee who started a Detroit style pizzeria, "A-PIZ-ZA DETROIT," with her partner. 

Wild Card's  Worldbuilding: The Future of Storytelling - It's harder than ever to grab and keep consumers' attention. In this 3-part series, Wild Card breaks down everything marketers need to know about today's complex consumer.

Aspect's Sofa Showcase - Check out @chancepena's private Zoom serenade; thanks @goteamaspect

SpotCo's Weekly Spotify Playlists - This week’s SpotCo Spotify Playlist is full of songs that bring joy. Some lift you up, others chill you out, and they all will make you smile. 

 TED talks on Bway -  Agency Situation is helping to host free TED talks on Broadway

MOCEAN's Mini Challenge - This time the agency opened up  their Mocean Mini challenge to all sizes with Recreation Week--and Lindsay brought a Full House. 

Bright Side Bracket - Play along with The Refinery Creative's bracket to highlight some positivity in the world.  The 4 categories are: Delightful Distractions, Best Binge Watches, Work From Home Wonders, and Fantastical Food Hacks.

ELA on Instagram - ELA created @myintent bracelets showcasing words that most represent each of their personal intentions. Take a look at some intentions that inspire their team and discover why.

Lionsgate LIVE! - A Night at The Movies - Free movies streamed each Friday, hosted by Jamie Lee Curtis. 

The Mill @ Home - Check out The Mill team's personal projects and weekly creative challenges.  

Buddha Jones & WB - Shag and Scoob practice 6 ft. distancing

MOCEAN Cares - Please consider joining MOCEAN in supporting @onefamla2020

Good Libations - The Refinery Creative's Friday drink series


Post Hanks - Wild Card’s take on #covidculture and where it’s headed next

What to Watch Quiz by Tubi - Posted by Trailer Park

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