Chronicling the scandalous sale and relocation of the Seattle SuperSonics NBA team to Oklahoma City. In the modern business of pro sports, no team is safe. Sonics fans were helpless against powerful corporate and political forces, as a perfect storm of lies, greed and ineptitude ripped Seattle’s 41-year team away in 2008. The filmmakers conducted 41 exclusive interviews including Gary Payton, Shawn Kemp, George Karl, Wally Walker, Kevin Calabro, Slade Gorton and Sherman Alexie. The Director’s Cut of the film premiered online in 2009 and won a Webby Award for BEST SPORTS FILM in 2010. It was recut for a CNBC national television audience in 2012 and ESPN Classic in 2014. SONICSGATE.COM
Filmography
Dirtbag: The Legend of Fred Beckey
A feature documentary on the exceptional life of an all-time mountaineering icon and his groundbreaking influence on the sport. DIRTBAGMOVIE.COM
Sam Now
A mother’s disappearance sends pain and mystery through her family. SAM NOW follows her son’s 25-year quest for answers.
World Premiere at Hot Docs 2022
K2: Siren of the Himalayas
Documenting the adventure, peril and serenity of a group’s attempt to climb the world’s most challenging peak in 2009, on the 100-year anniversary of the landmark 1909 K2 expedition. Shot by director Dave Ohlson and his expedition team in Pakistan, the film follows world class Fabrizio Zangrilli and Gerlinde Kaltenbrunner with veteran climbers Jake Meyer and Chris Szymiec in a breathtaking high-altitude mountaineering experience.
K2: Siren of the Himalayas World Premiered as a competition finalist at the Banff Mountain Film Festival in November 2012, followed by its U.S. Premiere at Telluride Mountainfilm and an award-winning international festival run. Domestic Distribution by First Run Features. International Distribution by X-Treme Video.
Something Soon
A music video for “Something Soon” by Car Seat Headrest that serves as the band’s unveiling on Matador Records.
http://www.npr.org/2015/09/01/436340786/songs-we-love-car-seat-headrest-something-soon
http://pitchfork.com/reviews/tracks/17653-car-seat-headrest-something-soon/
http://noisey.vice.com/blog/car-seat-headrest-something-soon-video
http://www.spin.com/2015/09/car-seat-headrest-matador-something-soon-video-teens-of-style/
BACKFIRE: HOW TO DESTROY A PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE
A short documentary examining the 1988 Presidential Election Campaign: Bush vs. Dukakis. ESPN Films Presents a 2R Productions / Lucid Visual Media production for FiveThirtyEight.
http://fivethirtyeight.com/features/film-how-to-destroy-a-presidential-candidate/
The Ultimate Upset
The Ultimate Upset: Are 16 seeds due?
March Madness is all about the upset: David taking down Goliath and shocking the world. But since the NCAA Tournament expanded to 64 teams in 1985, a No. 16 seed has never defeated a No. 1 seed. According to FiveThirtyEight probability data, we should have seen at least three 16 vs. 1 upsets by now. There have been some close calls, but why hasn’t it happened yet? What are the odds and determining factors? Will we ever see The Ultimate Upset?
ESPN Films presents a 2R Productions / Lucid Visual Media production.
https://abcnews.go.com/fivethirtyeight/video/ultimate-upset-16-seeds-due-56175521
http://fivethirtyeight.com/features/a-no-16-seed-will-win-but-dont-bet-on-it/
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt6649824
The Finish Line
78-year-old Bill Iffrig was thrust into the national spotlight after the Boston Marathon attacks. One year later, he talks about his journey.
Produced with Sports On Earth.
Named an Official Honoree in the Sports category at the 19th Annual Webby Awards.
Evergreen: The Road to Legalization
An in-depth examination of Washington State Initiative 502 and the future of drug prohibition laws. The film captures a landmark period in American history, taking viewers behind the scenes during the intense I-502 campaign while examining the context and controversies surrounding this unprecedented public vote to legalize, tax and regulate the recreational use of marijuana.
World Premiere at the Seattle International Film Festival in June 2013.
Mr. Irrelevant
A short documentary exploring the fates of three men branded “Mr. Irrelevant” as the final pick of the NFL draft.
Produced with Sports On Earth.
Named an Official Honoree in the Sports category at the 18th Annual Webby Awards.
FINDING THEIR VOICE
Watch FINDING THEIR VOICE on the official Seahawks YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gn0JXvdieNs
In this episode of SEAHAWKS STORIES, we learn about the current voice of the Seahawks and former wide receiver Steve Raible. Learn about Raible’s role on the 1976 expansion team, his transition to broadcasting and why he shaved off his legendary mustache.
Watch more SEAHAWKS STORIES: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRVcMIZKZIzjO6CEdrGoaT2UZOsqgkuBz
THE STARTING FIVE
Watch THE STARTING FIVE on the official Seahawks YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qXQ4XIbdZ_c
In this episode of SEAHAWKS STORIES, The Starting Five offensive lineman from the Seattle Seahawks 2005 season sit down over a meal to talk about some of their favorite stories during their time together. Join Seahawks legends Walter Jones, Steve Hutchinson, Robbie Tobeck, Chris Gray and Sean Locklear.
Watch more SEAHAWKS STORIES: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRVcMIZKZIzjO6CEdrGoaT2UZOsqgkuBz
GARAGE BRAND
For the 20-Year Anniversary of Casual Industrees, we brought back friends, artists and former employees who contributed to Casual over the years. We reopened the old HQ’s basement in Alki, popped some gold tops, turned the mic on them and hit record. Cheers to 20 Years! We couldn’t have done it without all of you. So whether you’ve been a fan since we were selling hoodies out of the Mt. Baker parking lot, or started following us yesterday – get ready, the Garage Brand Podcast is coming soon!
Breaking the Ice
A short documentary on the groundbreaking 1988 Jamaican bobsled team. What you know from Cool Runnings is wrong.
Produced with Sports On Earth.
The Kicker
Taking an unprecedented look at one of the most important and commonly overlooked positions in pro football: The Kicker. On the biggest stages of professional football, the pressure is immense, and the focus of the kicker must be intense both on and off the field.
The filmmakers conducted more than 70 exclusive interviews including Morten Andersen, Jan Stenerud, Tom Dempsey, Gary Anderson, John Carney, Jason Hanson, Kevin Butler, Matt Stover, Pete Gogolak, Jay Feely, Mike Ditka, Kenny Mayne and John Clayton.
Currently in post-production. More at kickermovie.com
Mackie Driven Artists
A series of mini-documentaries on influential DJs and producers including DJ Livia, Talib Kweli, DJ Irie, DJ Shacia Payne and Commissioner Gordon Williams.
#KeepThumping
Watch the full series:
Mackie: A Brand for the Ages
30 years ago, Greg Mackie changed the audio world with great sounding gear that struggling musicians could afford and pioneered new technology and innovations along the way. This 30th Anniversary documentary takes you on a wild ride through the years of Mackie history.
The Nachomentary
An episodic documentary series on rapper Nacho Picasso.
**WARNING** Contains adult language, drug use and (im)mature content.
https://nachopicasso.bandcamp.com/
Ls Up
Music video for “Ls Up” by SPAC3MAN and Jake One. Shot on location at EMP/SFM in Seattle.
Slick Watts
A Hill in Reverse
A pair of well-dressed gents find themselves hopelessly lost in the woods. They embark on a mind-bending journey to try and escape.
SRM V-Class
A commercial for the Mackie SRM V-Class speakers.
SRM FLEX
Ad for the Mackie SRM Flex portable PA. Starring Whitney Lyman and Cedric Walker.
mackie.com
ProFX Series
An ad for the new Mackie ProFXv3 Series Mixers.
MC Series
Ad campaign for Mackie MC Series Headphones.
Starring Isabella Du Graf and Upe Moore.
Filmed on location at Bear Creek Studio in Woodinville, WA.
Mackie Professional Series
A commercial for the Mackie Professional Series In-Ear Monitors starring Naked Giants.
Shot on location at The Crocodile in Seattle.
DL Series
A pair of ads for the Mackie DL Series and MasterFader app. http://mackie.com
FreePlay II
Commercials for the Mackie FreePlay Series:
FreePlay
An ad for the Mackie FreePlay Portable PA system: Perform. Present. Play. freeplay.mackie.com
STARRING: Zach Fleury, Liz Rodrigue, Joel Benjamin, Spac3man, Students from Massive Monkees’ The Beacon. SHOT ON LOCATION AT: Seattle Center, Yogasmith Seattle, The CD
THUMP
A 30-second commercial for Mackie THUMP speaker system. Show us your moves.
Mackie Mixbusters
A branded entertainment video for Mackie mixers. The Mixbusters smash, toss and burn the competition and see which mixer comes out on top.
Join the Mackie MixBusters as they return to pit the Mackie VLZ4 compact mixer against the competition in a series of no-holds-barred destruction tests. Brands A, B and Y take another swing. Can they hold up against the Mackie VLZ4?
Ballard SeafoodFest
Mackie and EAW rock the Ballard SeafoodFest, a 42-year tradition in Seattle!
http://mackie.com
Sound Like You Mean It
A promotional video highlighting Mackie products edited together using voiceover narration and archival footage.
Thomas Dolby for Mackie
Thomas Dolby endorses the Mackie DL1608 mixer and SRM speakers.
Ampeg Artists
Artist testimonials for Ampeg bass amps. Juan Alderete, Emma Anzai, dUg Pinnick, Corey Parks, George Biondo, Tony Levin, Ricky Phillips, Gregg Hopkins talk about why they love Ampeg SVT.
Skype Bicymple
Proof that manufacturing in America is alive and well: Washington’s two-man Bellingham startup, Bicymple. They’ve created an innovative new bicycle and founded a company around it. Discover how they use free Skype group video calling to stay efficient, build relationships worldwide and keep the orders rolling in.
Wear Orange Seattle
Videos of the 2019 Seattle rally for Wear Orange.
Xbox Ultimate Game Sale
A 30-second ad for Xbox. The Ultimate Game Sale offers the best deals of the summer with steep discounts of up to 40%-50% on over 70 games across Xbox One and Xbox 360.
Northside Basketball
An online video for Northside Swarm Basketball.
Lynwood Crossfit
A Crossfit marketing video for Local’s Gym in Lynwood, Washington.
Costco: A Company Built on Values
**Winner of VIDEOGRAPHY/CINEMATOGRAPHY at the 2012 Telly Awards**
A 30-minute documentary retrospective video highlighting Costco’s early roots, fast rise and worldwide revolution of the warehouse club business. The video premiered at the 2012 Costco Annual Shareholder’s Meeting.
Duo Pinball
A 30-second ad for the Duo Pinball system by Discovery Bay Games.
Duo Pinball is the app-supported pinball controller for iPad®. F lipper buttons and a spring-loaded plunger make pinball gameplay unbelievably real.
http://duo-games.com
Duo Gamer
A 30-second ad for the Duo Gamer system by Discovery Bay Games.
Take gaming control to another level with Duo Gamer, the app-supported game controller for iPad, iPhone and iPod touch. With two analog joysticks, d-pad, four buttons, and two triggers Duo Gamer allows you to play a host of Gameloft’s top-rated first-person shooter, role playing, and racing games (available on the App Store).
Atari Arcade
A 30-second ad for the Atari Arcade system by Discovery Bay Games. The controller device works with an iPad application to bring the user classic Atari games.
How to Duo
A short marketing video for the DUO gaming systems by Discovery Bay Games. The video shows how to use the Duo Pop, Duo Plink and Atari Arcade game systems using downloadable iPad applications.
Z-App
A short marketing video for the Z-App iPad application by digital agency ZAAZ. The Chief Creative Officer demonstrates Z-App and explains how ZAAZ uses it to enhance creative communication within the agency.
Audi A-7
A short marketing video for ZAAZ on its Audi A-7 campaign. To showcase the car’s bold new design, ZAAZ created an integrated social campaign featuring seven locations around New York City that are also boldly designed.
Seattle Team Shop
Seattle Team Shop between the two Seattle stadiums is the place to be on game day! These two marketing videos put you on the street in all the action for Mariners vs. Yankees and Mexico vs. Ecuador.
SNL: The Game
A national TV commercial for SNL: The Game by Discovery Bay Games. The 30-second ad aired nationally on NBC during episodes of Saturday Night Live, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon and The Today Show.
“In Full Uniform” – David Reynolds
Music video for the song “In Full Uniform” by David Reynolds. Released on Memorial Day 2012 as a tribute to soldiers. From the “Evergreen” EP. Music written and performed by David Reynolds. Song produced by Stephen Shirk. Starring Dylan Noebels as the deployed soldier with real military footage from director Ian Connors.
Featured video on Military.com, Q13 Fox News and Blue Monster Entertainment. Winner of second place at the F-Action Music Video Competition presented by F Magazine.