the Inspiration

Ever wondered what fills the world’s most creative minds?
Feed your inspiration with our regular columns.

3^rd Oct

OnMyRadar:SamKatz

Sam Katz, Executive Producer at DOGEATDOG, professes his love for a giant IKEA shopping bag, admits that he's a salesperson's dream, and asks that you please don't request a joke when you next meet him, as he reveals what's on his creative radar.

27^th Sep

PeerReview:PatrickColman

26^th Sep

OnMyRadar:BenTricklebank

21^st Sep

Playlist: Arnaud Bresson

We hear from MJZ director Arnaud Bresson, where he talks terrible tattoos, the relevance of music videos and working with pop artists.

20^th Sep

Peer Review: Andzej Gavriss

Repped by Parisian production house Frenzy, Andzej Gavriss is a director, writer and photographer with a passion for storytelling, portraiture and experimental film. He tells us about the work and directors that inspire him, how he finds inspiration through collaboration, and the importance of developing your own voice.

19^th Sep

On My Radar: Emily Dean

Fantasy and sci-fi fan Emily Dean, a director at Nexus Studios, lists some of the creators, films and TV shows that have inspired - and continue to inspire - her as she reveals what's on her creative radar.

13^th Sep

Peer Review: Oliver Hicks

Oliver Hicks, founder of production company North Six, tells us about the creatives who inspire him, shows us his favourite fashion films, and explains how working as a PA on music videos, whilst studying for an archaeology degree, led him to become the seasoned producer and entrepreneur he is today.

12^th Sep

On My Radar: Bennett Johnson

Tantrum director Bennett Johnson thinks watching a certain old film would make us all happier, got into advertising due to a specific Christmas campaign, and admits that a recent rodent-starring spot lives in his head 'rent free'.

7^th Sep

Playlist: Original Kids

We hear from the Frenzy directing duo Original Kids about how they got their unusual name, a massive list of music promos and a dazzling list of inspirations.

Around the world

On Location is a column that gives a boots-on-the-ground look at some amazing cities, brought to you by local production experts.

11^th Aug

OnLocation...Shanghai

MPC Shanghai Creative Director Barry Greaves gives us a tour of this incredible city, spanning the historic Bund to the Jing'an temple and its surrounds, offering something for everyone who visits.

30^th Jun

OnLocation...Barcelona

Barcelona is an expanse of delightful architecture, incredible food, and beautiful beaches, and we asked Jordi Molla, Production Ambassador for Twentyfour Seven to give us a guided tour of his city.

28^th Jul

OnLocation...Budapest

From Angel Films' production service mavens Zsofi Kende and Enikő Palchuber, comes a guided tour around Budapest, from rooftop bars to ancient amphitheaters, plus some recommended Hungarian street food.

9^th Jun

OnLocation...Athens

Maria Kopanou, Executive Producer, Green Olive Films, gives us the foodie's tour of Athens, shows off the beachfront locales, and recalls her fondest Akropolis memory.

2^nd Jun

OnLocation...Vilnius

Ema Čielytė, Production Manager at Magic Vilnius, guides us around the city; it's luxurious hotels and well-stocked whisky bars and its love of hot air balloons, and explains why the capital of Lithuania is the 'g-spot' of Europe.

5^th Sep

On My Radar: Joe Totti

Joe Totti, storyboard artist, illustrator and comic book artist, talks tablets, trilogies and perfect TV shows as he reveals what's on his creative radar.

4^th Sep