BRW USA, Los Angeles, has signed director Stewart Hendler for U.S. commercial representation. Hendler comes to BRW from Bandito Brothers. The award-winning feature film and commercial director is know for his elevated cinematic approach and has become a recognized pioneer in narrative digital content, including the blockbuster web series “Halo: Forward Unto Dawn” and Warner Brothers Entertainment’s “H+” digital series. The latter, a highly popular futuristic sci-fi series available exclusively on YouTube, is in production on its second season and has earned numerous nominations and awards, including Streamys for Best Scifi Series and Best Director. As a commercial director, he has helmed spots for clients such as BMW, Adidas, MTV, Mercedes, Motorola and Budweiser, garnering top industry accolades including the AICP award. He has also directed the studio feature films Whisper and Sorority Row and is currently in development on several large-scale studio projects.
Says BRW USA EP/Partner Gianfilippo Pedrotti, “Stewart is one of the most complete directors I’ve ever worked with. He is a real director and possesses the ability to direct dialogue as well as beautiful images and his is a true storyteller.” Adds Hendler, “I’m excited to join such a focused an actively growing company as BRW. I really enjoy working with the guys there and look forward to being a part of their innovative team.”
Graduating with a Cinema/Television Production degree from the University of Southern California, west coast native Hendler got his start at the now-defunct Omaha Pictures. In 2003, he made a big splash as a fresh commercial director, earning a coveted spot on the Cannes New Directors Showcase and the Clio Awards’ New Directors Showcase as well as being named among the Young Guns at Young & Rubicam’s New Directors Showcase. His spot work ranges from a humorous character-driven mock trailer for Lucky Charms to an affecting PSA for the American Academy of Dermatology.
After directing features, Hendler harnessed his skills in both short form and long form narrative to dive into the world of original digital series. After the tremendous success of H+, he began work on the 5-part action epic “Halo: Forward Unto Dawn” for Microsoft. The popular series has taken in over 55 millions online views and has earned numerous accolades including Streamys for Best Drama Series, Best Cinematography, Best Editing and Best Production Design.
When not directing, Hendler spends his time hiking, traveling, and endlessly watching TED talks.
About BRW USA
BRW USA is a creative content and commercial production company in Los Angeles, California. The West-Coast based shop boosts a roster of A-List international and domestic directors and offers integrated creative solutions for agencies, brands and the entertainment industry. Along with award winning sister companies, Independent in London and BRW FILMLAND Milano, BRW USA has a reach that extends to Europe as well as strategic production centers across the globe. Founding Partners/Executive Producers Gianfilippo Pedrotti and Michele Nocchi and Executive Producer Peter Trucco can be contacted through www.brwusa.com.