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Chris Neil is now available for directing gigs through Frank, and that is good news for all.

For Chris, filmmaking isn’t just a profession, it’s a family way of life. Growing up on the sets of his uncle’s (Francis Coppola) films, Chris was exposed to the passion inherent in great films and the tenacity required to make them. He learned a great deal from his creative collaborations, and carried many of his lessons into his own career. But it is his fierce loyalty to both his vision and his story that are Chris’s own.

Chris began working with actors professionally in the mid 90s on Coppola’s JACK and THE RAINMAKER. He later went on to shepherd both Sofia Coppola and brother Roman’s feature film debuts, THE VIRGIN SUICIDES and CQ (on which he also served as 2nd Unit Director). His commanding work on those projects lead to hires on other films including MARIE ANTOINETTE, THUMBSUCKER, STAR WARS EPISODE III, BEING JOHN MALKOVICH, ADAPTATION. Chris recently wrapped work on the films, HESHER and PRIEST, and re-teamed with Sofia on her latest, SOMEWHERE. In addition to his work on feature films, Chris has also gained recognition as a commercial director, creating spots for global brands Volkswagen, T-Mobile, Levis, StubHub.com, and Canon.

Bring on the videos and spots, Chris will unclog all the issues you have and deliver some fine films for ya!

Another sweet good times project for the Japanese band Jam Project. Shot in the desert by Petro and edited by Groban, this video will be released late summer as part of their Greatest Hits album release.

Check out these stills from the recent Murphy helmed viral video for Quiksilver’s clothing line. Cut by master knife-man Chris Groban.

Thank you.

Here’s a little teaser….

Nice work, Petro, Jack and team.

Timbaland \"CARRY OUT\" Featuring Justin Timberlake

Here’s a little taste of what’s to come Saturday night when Timbaland hits the stage.

This past Sunday, Frank the Plumber Headquarters became the home of filming for David Kang’s new horror film, “Fear Not”. With a talented cast and cameos from George Maloof (owner of the Sacramento Kings and Vegas’ The Palms Hotel & Casino), Kang’s crew shot the opening scenes of the movie set to premiere in the fall of 2010. Shooting on Super 8mm cameras, the Blair Witch-esque film is based on a group of young adults who decide to live in a newly-renovated Louisiana plantation home, only to find out that is it haunted and their documentation of the phenomena taking over becomes the plot for this thrilling new film. The haunted house, located in Los Angeles, has had other horror movies like Halloween II filmed in it as well. Directors Jamell Saleem and Nico are very excited about this project and eager for its distribution in early 2011