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Video Styling & Production Design
TIFF: Volunteer Appreciation
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Cave of the Treasure
A 2017 volunteer appreciation trailer that plays before all the films at TIFF. A nod to the old pulp adventure stories, where a daring adventurer journeys through jungle and ruins to locate the greatest treasure of all. Writer and Director: Rob Lazar Producers: Rob Lazar and Priscilla Sreedharan Cinematographer: Kevin Rasmussen Production Designer: Dawn Fisher Drone Pilot: Rob Turi Editor: Tyler Hopkins Visual Effects: soho VFX Sound and Music: Mark Alexander
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We Are The Champions
TIFF volunteers are the ultimate champions in this 2018 sponsorship video from Cineplex, thanking them all. Writer and Director: Rob Lazar Producers: Rob Lazar and Priscilla Sreedharan Cinematographer: Kevin Rasmussen Production Designer: Dawn Fisher Editor: Tyler Hopkins Music: Queen Arrangements: newchoir Sound: Boombox
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The Wonder Years
A 2016 volunteer appreciation trailer that plays before all the films at TIFF. A pop culture nod to The Wonder Years, shot in a home movie style, that see four friends grow up from childhood to adulthood. Two things are apparent - their love of helping other and their love of movies. Writer and Director: Rob Lazar Producers: Rory Halsall and Rob Lazar Production Manager: Vimla Mangru Cinematographer: Martin Wojtunik Assistant Director: Patrick Hepburn Editor: Tyler Hopkins Production Designer: Dawn Fisher VFX: Jason Tennant Sound: Vapor Music Music: Joe Cocker
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Volunteers In The Off-Season Regular and Alt Versions
A 2014 volunteer appreciation trailer that played in front of all the films at TIFF. Volunteers passion for movies last all year long. Writer and Director: Rob Lazar Producers: Anthony Grani and Rob Lazar Cinematographers: Zach Melnick and Ann Tipper Production Designer: Dawn Fisher Editor: Jason Reinert Music: Simple Minds Sound: Vapor
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Dancing In The Streets
A 2013 volunteer appreciation trailer that played before all the films at TIFF. A nod to everyone's favourite dance films. Writer and Director: Rob Lazar Producers: Anthony Grani and Rob Lazar Cinematographers: Zach Melnick and Ann Tipper Production Designer: Dawn Fisher Editor: Zach Melnick Music: Katrina and the Waves
TIFF: Midnight Madness
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It's Alive!
A 2014 volunteer appreciation trailer for TIFF's Midnight Madness screenings. A mad scientist enlists the help of his assistance to gather parts for the perfect specimen. Writer and Director: Rob Lazar Producers: Anthony Grani and Rob Lazar Cinematographers: Zach Melnick and Ann Tipper Production Designer: Dawn Fisher Editor: Zach Melnick VFX: Patrick Letourneau Sound and Music: Vapor
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Volunteers To The Rescue
A 2014 volunteer appreciation trailer for TIFF's Midnight Madness screenings. A video that shows how horror movies would have been different if a volunteer had been there to save the day. Writer and Director: Rob Lazar Producers: Anthony Grani and Rob Lazar Cinematographers: Zach Melnick and Ann Tipper Production Designer: Dawn Fisher Editors: Jason Reinert Sound and Music: Vapor
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Mad Tasks
A 2016 volunteer appreciation trailer for TIFF's Midnight Madness films. An outdated 1950s training video showcases how to successfully perform volunteer tasks...with a murderous twist. Writers: Rob Lazar and Briana Templeton Director: Rob Lazar Producers: Rory Halsall and Rob Lazar Production Manager: Vimla Mangru Cinematographer: Martin Wojtunik Assistant Director: Patrick Hepburn Production Designer: Dawn Fisher VFX: The Butcher Shop Editor: Tyler Hopkins Post Effects: Jason Tennant Sound and Music: Vapor Music
Commercial Styling
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The Rec Room: Tell Better Stories
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2016 Cineplex Holiday Gift Bundle
In the 30 second spot, a guy gives his girlfriend a Cineplex gift card while using the free gift bundle for himself. In the 15 second spot, a guy's holiday gift bundle trumps the $40 spending limit from his girlfriend. Writer: Rob Lazar Director: Rouzbeh Heydari Producers: Rob Lazar and Briana Templeton Cinematographer: Kevin Rasmussen Sound: Josh Jenkins Editor: Ben Goloff Music: Gavin Whelehan
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Mazda CX-90 Inline 6 Turbo - Craftsmanship & Design - Interior
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Security Questions
How awkward can it get when your S.O. sends you an INTERAC e-Transfer, the security answer is your anniversary, and you have NO clue? We worked with Second City Toronto to show how the “money conversation” goes down. Hint: there is an easier way. Find us online: http://interac.ca https://twitter.com/interac https://www.instagram.com/interac https://www.facebook.com/interac
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Clear Media - Playmobil - NHL Hockey Playset (15-sec)
1 x 15-second commercial cut-down, produced by Clear Media from the existing 30-second commercial, to capitalize on the pre-holiday shopping season. He shoots - he scores! The NHL Playmobil Hockey Set provides hours of immersive fun and excitement!
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Casting Call Star Wars and Toy Story
Two commercials that launched the first-ever Cineplex Casting Call campaign in 2014 - the search to find Canada's most passionate movie lover and pre-show host. Writer, Director and Producer: Rob Lazar Cinematographers: Zach Melnick and Ann Tipper Editor: Zach Melnick
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Cineplex Holiday Gift Bundle - The Scream
A 2014 commercial for the Cineplex Holiday Gift Bundle. A guy can't control his excitement for all the great offers. Writer, Director and Producer: Rob Lazar Cinematographer: Christopher Lazar Editer: Rob Chapman
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Staples: Back To School 2016
Writer and Director: Rob Lazar Producer: Melanie Grad, Raechel Mohns and Rob Lazar Production Manager: Mafalda Gugliuzzi Cinematographer: Micha Dahan Editor: Tyler Hopkins Music: Vapor
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