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Moxie Directors Henry & Rel crafted a 20-minute short film, Who is Sabato de Sarno? A Gucci Story, released exclusively on Mubi. Shot over five days in September 2023 and narrated by Paul Mescal, the documentary offers an inside look into the making of the Gucci Ancora fashion show, marking the debut of the brand’s new Creative Director, Sabato De Sarno.

“The film was supposed to be five minutes long, but it ended up being 20 minutes because we captured so much great material,” said Henry & Rel. “We are so grateful that Sabato trusted us to tell his story.”

Take a look at the trailer and catch the film on Mubi from March 15 – June 30.

Director Lee Hirsch’s documentary “The First Class” is screening in March at DOC NYC, a festival at the center of celebrating and supporting documentary storytelling.

Produced by Hirsch, Robert Fernandez, and Moxie Pictures, the documentary immerses viewers into the lives of the very first students and teachers at Crosstown High in Memphis, Tennessee, a school that’s attempting to break the mold in a city craving change. This closely observed verité film is full of humor and emotion and shines a light on a national movement aimed at redefining the future of learning in the U.S.

Catch the DOC NYC screening of “The First Class” on March 12th at 7 pm at the IFC Theater. Find tickets here.

Moxie Pictures is excited to announce our new partnership with director Rory Kennedy, who we’ve signed for global representation. Rory’s work spans streamers and broadcast networks including Netflix, HBO, National Geographic, and Hulu.

“Whenever you have the opportunity to work with such a prolific filmmaker, you jump at it,” said Moxie CEO Robert Fernandez, “Rory’s reputation in the documentary space is unparalleled and we look forward to many great collaborations with her.”

With an incredible career highlighted by an Academy Award nomination and a primetime Emmy win, Kennedy’s portfolio of over 30 films, including acclaimed works such as “Last Days in Vietnam” and “Ethel,” cements her as a force in documentary filmmaking. Her recent Netflix hit, “The Volcano: Rescue from Whakaari,” topped charts worldwide, while her HBO series, “The Synanon Fix,” debuted to critical acclaim at the prestigious Sundance Film Festival. Her directorial expertise extends to advertising, evidenced by her captivating commercial projects like “The Evolution of Barbie” for Mattel and Verizon’s campaign addressing the digital divide.

Thrilled about the collaboration, Rory says, “Moxie Pictures has a stellar reputation for making some of the most engrossing commercials in the industry,” said Kennedy, “I’m excited to be partnering with them and look forward to making cutting-edge and dynamic content together.”

Take a look at Rory’s reel.

Moxie Director Martin Granger and Arnold Worldwide continue to impress with another comedic spot for Progressive Insurance. In the last commercial, Dr. Rick has the help of LL Cool J as he attempts to guide another young homeowner away from embarrassing parent-like behavior. This time, young homeowners who are turning into their parents have been hoarding junk without realizing it.​ All signs are pointing to a trip to the dumpster with Dr. Rick.

Watch ‘Letting Go‘ and take a look at Martin’s reel.

In Chris Werner’s latest for Saturday Night Live’s first show of the year, Alaska Airlines employees share the company’s new slogan after a cabin door broke off mid-flight.

The sketch features jokes like a safety card replaced by an oversized manual and a souvenir photo befitting a theme park. Watch the parody featuring Jacob Elordi, Kenan Thompson, and Heidi Gardner.

Following four Golden Globe nominations, Todd Haynes’ May December was nominated for Best Original Screenplay at this year’s Academy Awards. Congratulations to Sammy Burch and Alex Mechanik!

May December is streaming now on Netflix in the US and on Sky TV in the UK.

Directed by Martin Granger, Progressive Insurance recently released its latest commercial in the ongoing series with the Dr. Rick character. “Chance Encounter” highlights Progressive’s long-standing theme of young homeowners inevitably transforming into their parents with a special appearance from LL Cool J.

The campaign that’s become a classic blends humor with common life transitions to resonate with a broad audience. Remi Ken, Progressive CMO, underlined this approach, stating that the company’s “goal is that their creative remains relatable and that people can always see themselves in the work from Progressive. The nostalgia and subtle connection to hip hop adds a new layer to the insight behind the Dr. Rick campaign.”

Watch as Dr. Rick attempts to guide another young homeowner away from embarrassing parent-like behavior.

Moxie Director Chris Werner returns with another skit for Saturday Night Live that doesn’t hold back on the comedy. When life gets busy, sometimes people need a gentle nudge to respond, and Paperless Post’s newest feature takes care of that.

Take a look at Chris’ latest short for NBC’s Saturday Night Live and never get left on read again.

We’re happy to welcome Simon Bird to the UK Moxie team. Best known for his role as Will McKenzie in the BAFTA-winning C4 sitcom The Inbetweeners, Simon has been making people laugh for years.

Dawn Laren, Managing Director of Moxie Pictures, expressed her enthusiasm, saying, “I’m such a long-standing fan of Simon’s, so couldn’t be more thrilled to now represent him as a director. His style is seminal in the making, and we can’t wait to get going.”

Bird commented on the partnership, saying, “Moxie represents some genuine blue-chip Hall-of-Famers, and I’m honored to be joining its ranks. The best commercials share a lot of DNA with the best comedy, and I relish the prospect of creating work that is precise, accessible, and audacious.”

Get familiar with Simon’s work by taking a look at his reel.

Nominations were announced for next year’s Golden Globe Awards, and Todd Haynes’ May December has made the cut. Good luck to all the nominees, and continue reading to see the four categories in which May December was recognized.

Best Picture, Musical or Comedy – May December (Netflix)
Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture, Musical or Comedy – Natalie Portman
Best Supporting Actor, Motion Picture – Charles Melton
Best Supporting Actress, Motion Picture – Julianne Moore

Tune in to watch the 81st Golden Globe Awards on January 7, 2024, taking place at The Beverly Hilton.

We are proud to congratulate Martin Granger, Progressive, and Arnold Worldwide on an incredible achievement. Ranked number 30 on AdAge’s 40 Best Ads of 2023, “Social Listening” was a standout in the Dr. Rick campaign that’s been connecting with audiences for years.

We’re excited to see what next year holds as we continue to celebrate Martin’s ongoing success with Progressive and Dr. Rick.

Vanity Fair’s chief critic listed the best movies of 2023, and Todd Haynes’ May December took first place. Now available on Netflix, Todd’s new hit movie is an elaborate study of a notorious tabloid scandal elevated by distinct performances from Natalie Portman and Juliane Moore.

Congratulations to all of the filmmakers featured in Vanity Fair! We couldn’t be more excited for Todd and the success of his latest masterpiece.