News
11-20-11
8Bit FIlms produces and provides creative direction for "Fearless Youth Convention 2011." Over 2,200 people in attendance. In addition to the event production and print advertising, 8Bit Films also produced all media content for the event. Watch the event's theme intro video here.
11-12-11
Design updates on our blog. Have a look here.
10-26-11
8bit Films second video for artist Andy Mineo releases. Featuring Sho Baraka, the video was produced by collaborative producer James Diaz, and Co-Directed by Francis De La Torre and Andy Mineo. Watch the video here.
10-16-11
Francis De La Torre works with Motomo Designs, on several 3d animations developed in conjuction with the release of the film Anonymous.
10-04-11
Reach Record's recording Artist Andy Mineo drops promo/mini-music video for his single "Everyday Thing," off the album Formerly Known. The promo was produced by James Diaz and Directed by Francis De La Torre. Click here to watch it.
09-05-11
Francis De La Torre works with Possible WorldWide, on the third and final phase of a 3D design project.
08-15-11
8Bit Films produces and directs B.A.R.T. (Bay Area Rapid Transit) "Fleet of the Future," vision video, demonstrating the potential future for Northern California's Bay Area life-line metro system. Production, post-production and VFX were also housed at 8Bit Films. DesignWorksUSA developed the train model as well as interior renders seen in the video. Watch the vision piece here.
07-21-11
Post-Production completes on the new music video "One Step at a Time," for hip hop artist "Celestine." Directed by Francis De La Torre,and filmed in March/April on location in Ghana, Africa, the video encourages viewers to get involved in global needs and causes. Watch the video here.
06-20-11
8bit Films develops a new "Social Media Marketing," video for the organization Constant Contact.
06-01-11
Francis De La Torre works with Possible WorldWide, on the second phase of 3D design project.
05-20-11
Work begins on "Fearless Youth Convention." Francis De La Torre brought on once again by SPDYM to oversee creative direction and production for the event set to take place later this year in Palm Springs, CA. This will be the fourth convention, Francis has been able to colab on with the SPDYM team.
05-15-11
Design updates on our blog. Have a look here.
04-27-11
Post-Production completes on the new music video "The Antidote," for hip hop artist "MR.USE.TA." Directed by Francis De La Torre, the song is an appeal to the listener, that regardless of current circumstance, Hope never fails. Watch the video here.
04-18-11
Francis De La Torre works with Possible WorldWide, to develop 3D design for classified project.
03-27-11
Francis De La Torre travels to Ghana, Africa to shoot a music video/documentary with Rap Artist Celestine. The video, focused on social injustices, rebuilding Africa, and promoting international involvement, is scheduled for release this summer. This is Celestine's and Francis' third project together. Watch their previous collaboration here.
03-14-11
8bit Films develops four new "Email Marketing," featurette videos for the organization Constant Contact. Check one out here
03-05-11
8bit Films creates EuroCopter's "Grand Reveal" video, used in conjuction with brand new EC-145 t2 helicopter, presented at this years HeliExpo 2011. Commisioned by Exhibit Lighting Group, with an intensive schedule, the final video was used as the opener to the finale roll in of the actually Helicopter in the convention center. Watch the video here.
02-21-11
After 11 weeks, production wraps on BMW's "Connect to Drive," animations, being used in conjuction with the 2011 Geneva autoshow. Check out our blog for some of the early 3d style frames. Final animations are currently touring with BMW's 2011 concept car, and will be posted shortly.
11-30-10
Francis De La Torre brought on board once again by agency Schematic, to oversee 3d animation and motion design for upcoming BMW graphics.
11-19-10
8Bit FIlms to oversee all creative direction and production for "Engage Youth Convention 2010." Check out some of the style frames and event photos on our design blog.
09-30-10
Francis De La Torre and Producer Jessie Ottolini team up again for the second round in the "GoDaddy Commercial Competition: Summer Edition." Their spot entitled "Senior Swagga." Don't forget to vote.
08-16-10
Francis De La Torre brought on by agency Schematic to provide animation and motion direction on project for client "Comcast."
08-14-10
In 2009, while a staff senior animator at Schematic, Francis De La Torre provided animation and motion direction for the menu systems and post game event in the anticipated Bungie video game release "Halo:Reach." Earning over $200 million in the first 24 hours of release, the game has become an instant hit. IMDB credit.
08-08-10
"Boloco: Social Done Right," an online commercial marketing tool for client Constant Contact. Produced, written and directed by Francis De La Torre.
08-01-10
8Bit Films developed several new projects for Constant Contact, a company focused on helping small businesses utilize online and email marketing to expand their reach. Watch the first of several: Nutshell Mail
07-25-10
Francis De La Torre brought on by agency Schematic to provide animation and motion direction on project for client "BMW."
07-10-10
Francis De La Torre finishes Creative Direction and Animation of motion graphics elements for Kirk Camerons television show "The Way of the Master." Episodes to air in several months.
06-24-10
Go Momma Producer Jessie Ottolini's interview on Fox affiliate in Indiana. watch it here
06-17-10
Official Go Daddy released video of CEO & Founder Bob Parson and Danica Patrick selecting Go Momma as competition winner. watch it here
06-15-10
Go Momma airs during National Rugby Championships, and twice during The World Cup (Cameroon vs. Denmark and again in U.S.A. vs Algeria)
06-02-10
Go Momma team launches "GoMommaBackStage.com." A behind the scenes webpage on the GoDaddy 100k winning commercial. See info on production, team bios, etc. Check it out here
06-01-10
Interview with "Go Momma" (GoDaddy commercial contest entry grand prize winner) Director Francis De La Torre and Producer Jessie Ottolini. Domainnamewire.com
05-31-10
"Go Momma" airs during Stanley Cup Finals and Sports Center.
05-31-10
Additional news press covers "Go Momma," commercial victory TheWhir.com, Dotweekly.com
05-30-10
New York Times breaks the story on "Go Momma" commercial victory. Read the article here.
05-30-10
GoDaddy Official Press release on "GoMomma" commercial win . Read it on Yahoo News
05-30-10
RedTie Productions/8Bitfilms submission "Go Momma" (Directed by Francis De La Torre) in GoDaddy user generated commercial contest wins 1st place and grand prize. Watch the winning ad as it aired during the Indy 500.
05-26-10
While working at Schematic Inc, Francis De La Torre was given the opportunity of supervising and overseeing motion direction for the developement of the Sony Erricsens Xperia X10. Working closely with the programing team, Francis Developed and contructed the 3d files used in the build of the phone, as well as the motion and animation associated with the design. With the release of the phone 3 weeks ago in Japan, it is currently outselling apples iphone. Watch the phone ads here
05-21-10
Additional articles, discussing "Go Momma" commercial contest entry. The Whir, Dotweekly and Domainnnamewire
05-20-10
"Go Momma" Commercial Contest Entry recieves attention in official GoDaddy press release. Read it here
05-17-10
Francis De La Torre completes two additional shorts for the organization ShareFaith. "We Honor You," a Memorial Day Tribute to those who have given their lives in service to this nation, and "Dear Dad," a sentimental fathers day animation.
05-07-10
8Bit Films/RedTie submission into GoDaddy Commercial Contest is named one of the top ten finalist, Grand Prize Winners to be annouced live, during the Indy 500 on ABC, May 30th, 2010. Watch the GoDaddy Finalist Promo: "Go Daddy Finalist Video"
04-22-10
8Bit Films in association with RedTie Production collaborate to enter the "GoDaddy" Commercial Superbowl Contest. Directed by Francis De La Torre, watch the finished 30 second commercial here: "Go Momma" Don't forget to rate.
03-26-10
Francis De La Torre completes creative direction and a motion graphics package of several technical animation for the company "Paramount Die." Check out some of the style frames here. As well as, the highlight animations; Animation 1 and Animation 2
03-05-10
Francis De La Torre completes the first of several shorts for the organization Share Faith, in an ongoing contract to develop seasonal materials for their clients. Starring Robert Neary. Watch the Easter Video here
01-29-10
Post officially wraps on Rap Artist "Celestine's" second music video "CRY OUT." Be sure to check it out under the "Music Video" page, or click here
01-06-10
Reel section has been updated. Check out brand new work, plus the completion of the UI animation reel.
12-31-09
"Memory Lane" Premiere at Universal City walk, huge success. Thanks to the tech team there and Petree. Additionally, Good Day LA did a follow up to the event and featured a teaser from the video the following day on air. Watch the Good Day LA excerpt
12-11-09
Due to rain, Stephen Petree music video and premiere has been rescheduled to December 30th, 2009.
12-08-09
Post wraps on Petree music video "Memory Lane." Music Video will premiere at Yoko Ono's event at Universal City Walk, Friday December 11th. Watch the video in the Music Video section.
11-22-09
Passage Youth Convention wraps. Over 1500 in attendance with Francis De La Torre overseeing production as well as creative direction for the event. We will post finished bumpers, animations, and photos soon.
11-08-09
Francis De La Torre brought on by recording group "Petree," to direct and produce their first music video "Memory Lane." Production has wrapped with an early December release date.
09-14-09
Production wraps on Celestine's second video "Cry Out," directed by Francis De La Torre.
08-26-09
Article highlighting Francis De La Torre's "Red Light District," writen by India based magazine "Buzzine." Read it here http://bollywood.buzzine.com/2009/06/stopping-at-the-red-light/
08-25-09
Francis De La Torre's completion of "Red Light District" Music Video for artist Celestine. Be sure to visit the music video section to watch the completed video.
08-20-09
Francis De La Torre to produce and direct "Passage: Crossroad of Purpose" youth convention 2009. www.passageyouth.com
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