October • 2022
Mathew is great to work with, very communicative and delivered everything that was asked for.
Mathew O.
Madrid, Spain
2 reviews$600 - $10000 / Day
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Mathew Orzel is an award-winning filmmaker whose debut film, When Two Worlds Collide, premiered at the 2016 Sundance Film Festival and won the Special Jury Prize for Best Debut Feature. The film received international critical acclaim and went on to win over 23 international awards including a Cinema Eye Awards nomination. Soon after screening in independent cinemas in the U.S., U.K., Peru, Mexico and Germany, it was released Worldwide via Netflix, with actor Leonardo DiCaprio signing on as EP. In 2020, Orzel co-founded Hairless Dog Films, focusing on long-form non-fiction and branded content. That same year he directed the campaign Committed To The Long Run that was awarded a Dolphin at the prestigious 2020 Cannes Corporate Media and TV Awards. Most recently, Orzel co-produced Gaming Wall Street premiered on HBO Max.
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5.0 Produced for CNN
CNN Call To Earth
In the Peruvian Andes, "potato custodians" are preserving hundreds of varieties of this humble tuber.
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Produced for ARUP
Arup – Committed To The Long Run: Our Story
Our aim: To produce a series of films capturing the impact of events like the Lima 2019 Games. We told stories of stakeholders—host, citizens, Arup (the client), and athletes—highlighting teamwork and dedication. Using facts and sporting metaphors, we aimed to symbolize commitment and sacrifices, inspiring future generations and leaving a lasting legacy. The campaign slogan: "Committed to the Long Run."
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When Two Worlds Collide
A feature documentary that exposes the political machinations behind a pitched battle in the Peruvian rainforest, the deaths on multiple fronts, and the true motivations that led to the tragedy now known as El Baguazo. In addition to recognition on five continents, the film became a polemic centrepiece of political discourse in Peru, respected for uncovering the painful truth from a balanced perspective.
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Mafer - Committed To The Long Run, Arup
Maria Fernanda Reyes, known as Mafer, honed her swimming and surfing skills by the sea. Mentored by a local surfer, she emerged as Peru's leading female longboarder. In 2019, Mafer aimed for gold at the Pan American Games, only to face a setback when her board broke in the first round. Yet, against all odds, she mounted an extraordinary comeback, clinching the silver medal and igniting national inspiration. This story epitomizes Mafer's journey of resilience amidst adversity.
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Produced for ARUP
Juan Leon - Committed To The Long Run - Arup
Juan Leon, a Para-athlete who lost his legs in an accident and tried to get his life back on track by swimming, which brought him to compete in the Parapan American Games. This is a story about fighting back from adversity with the inspiration of a coach, who helped him realise his potential, but also giving back to his community.
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Produced for William Reed Business Media
Experience The World's Best Hospitality at Salmon Guru
Salmon Guru is dedicated to five-star service in a casual setting, an incredible experience that has earned the bar the title of Michter's Art of Hospitality Award 2021. Step inside the Madrid bar, as Diego Cabrera and the team share what makes Salmon Guru so unique.
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