CICLOPE Latino
CICLOPE Latino Director of the Year 2026: Luiz Whately
Luiz Whately (BALMA), took us on the inspiring journey behind crafting a film that not only stood out to the Jury, but audiences in Brazil and beyond, with its message of shared humanity.
CICLOPE Asia Pacific Awards: 2026 Winners
The Winners of the 2026 CICLOPE Asia Pacific Awards are here, setting the region’s new benchmark for excellence in craft. Congratulations to all of this year’s Award-Winners!
CICLOPE Latino 2026: Winners Announced
The Winners of the 2026 CICLOPE Latino Awards are here, setting the region’s new benchmark for excellence in craft. Congratulations to all of this year’s Award-winners!
behind the craft
Editing Company of the Year 2025: Cabin
We spoke to Kayt Hall, Managing Director of Cabin, about the view from the edit suite: what we can expect to see more of on our screens (of all sizes), and how to create director-editor collaborations that make the cut.
behind the craft
Sound Company of the Year 2025: SUPREME MUSIC
SUPREME’s Florian Lakenmacher and Markus Stemler dove into the craft behind creating sonically rich worlds onscreen, and shared some sound advice for how brands can stand out in an increasingly noisy world.
behind the craft
VFX Company of the Year 2025: 1920
Managing Director of 1920, Jon Hurst, spoke to us about BTS breakdowns having their moment in the spotlight – giving visibility to the process and people behind the craft – and forecasting the future of VFX houses in the age of generative content.
behind the craft
Music Company of the Year 2025: Leland
Toby Williams – Managing Director & Music Supervisor at Leland – gave us the state of play on the musical side of the industry: how AI tools are old news, a new generation of clients bring good news, and the artists to keep an eye out for in 2026.
behind the craft
Production Company of the Year 2025: Biscuit Filmworks
Biscuit Filmworks’ Founding Partner Shawn Lacy, and UK Managing Director Rupert Reynolds-MacLean, gave us insights on the path that led to the company’s Special Award win at last year’s CICLOPE Awards – and to celebrating a major business milestone.
behind the craft
Brand Spotlight: Squarespace
As Chief Brand and Creative Officer of Squarespace’s in-house agency, David Lee is one of the leading minds behind the company’s award-winning work. We spoke to him about changing industry dynamics, collaborating with internationally acclaimed directors, and how the brand’s firmly established itself as one that values craft.
behind the craft
Agency of the Year 2025: Droga5
Droga5 was named Agency of the Year at the 2025 CICLOPE Awards in Berlin. We spoke to Pelle Sjoenell, Worldwide CCO, about what shapes outstanding craft and looking forwards – to the future of creativity, and the agency’s 20th anniversary.