BBC UNVEILS FIFA WORLD CUP 2026 FILM FEATURING WORK BY NATASHA LAWES!

The BBC has unveiled its new FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign film, ‘Let’s Make It Iconic’, featuring Hair + Make-Up Design by echo’s Natasha Lawes.

Created by BBC Creative's James Briggs and Toby Derham, and directed by Nicos Livesey through Blinkink, the mixed-media film marks the broadcaster's build-up to the tournament with a bold and imaginative visual approach.

The campaign is now available to watch across the BBC’s platforms.

ADIDAS RELEASES ‘WHO’S JUDE’ CAMPAIGN FEATURING WORK BY NOËL SCHOOLDERMAN!

Adidas has unveiled its new football campaign, 'Who’s Jude’, featuring work by echo’s Director of Photography Noël Schoolderman.

Directed by Fabio de Frel, the film celebrates the launch of Jude Bellingham’s third signature Predator boot. Inspired by his Birmingham roots, the release is accompanied by an adidas Originals apparel collection and a matching pair of signature Superstars, paying tribute to the journey that shaped one of football’s biggest stars.

Best of luck to the England team tonight!

HAVE YOU SEEN THE TRAILER FOR ‘LAUNDREAMS’?

Following its premiere at Raindance Film Festival, the trailer for ‘LAUNDREAMS’ is out now, featuring Editing by echo’s Donya Majidi-Maguire BFE and Production Design + Costume Design by echo’s Paix Robinson BFDG.

Written and directed by Evie Ward-Drummond and Amber Gadd for Slick Films, the 15-minute coming-of-age film follows two twenty-somethings stuck in their hometown whose lives spiral into chaos when an old co-worker unexpectedly returns from London.

Evie Ward-Drummond and Amber Gadd also star in the film alongside Paapa Essiedu.

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FIRST LOOK AT NEW SERIES OF ‘I AM HELEN’ REVEALED FEATURING WORK BY NORA ROBERTSON!

The first look at the next series of ‘I AM HELEN’ has been revealed, featuring Hair + Make-Up Design by echo’s Nora Robertson.

The next instalment in the BAFTA-winning Channel 4 anthology series stars Nicola Coughlan and Joe Cole and explores the manosphere from a female perspective.

Directed by Dominic Savage, the series follows Helen and her love interest, played by Joe Cole, as he becomes increasingly immersed in the manosphere, revealing how its toxicity can infiltrate modern relationships and affect those around him.

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‘AT NIGHT’, FEATURING WORK BY HOLLY REBECCA, TO PREMIERE AT LOCARNO FILM FESTIVAL!

We're pleased to share that ‘AT NIGHT', featuring Costume Design by echo’s Holly Rebecca, has been selected to make its ‘World Premiere in the Filmmakers of the Present’ competition at the 2026 Locarno Film Festival.

Directed by Beatrice Gibson, AT NIGHT follows six women in Paris. Supported by BBC Film, the feature is produced by Somesuch and Norte productions.

The 79th Locarno Film Festival takes place from 5th – 15th August 2026

OFFICIAL TEASER FOR ‘FIGHTLAND’ RELEASED FEATURING WORK BY ECHO CLIENTS!

The official teaser for ‘FIGHTLAND’ has been released, featuring Editing by echo’s Matteo Bini and Hair + Make-Up Design by echo’s Nora Robertson.

Directed by Tessa Hoffe, Colm McCarthy, Sebastian Thiel and Otto Bathurst, and produced by Expanded Media and Starz, the series is executive produced by Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson.

Starring Howard Charles as boxing champion Duke Kilroy, the story follows his return home after eight years in a U.S. prison as he seeks revenge.

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CONGRATULATIONS TO ECHO CLIENTS FOR THE 2026 EMMY NOMINATIONS!

We’re delighted to see projects featuring work by echo clients recognised with nominations at the 2026 Emmy Awards!

‘WIDOW’S BAY’, featuring Costume Design by echo’s Alex Bovaird, received 19 nominations, including Outstanding Comedy Series. The series is directed by Hiro Murai, Ti West, Sam Donovan and Andrew DeYoung.

‘A KNIGHT OF THE SEVEN KINGDOMS’, featuring Director of Photography echo’s Federico Cesca, ADF, ASK, received 9 nominations, including Outstanding Drama Series. The series is directed by Owen Harris and Sarah Adina Smith.

‘ALL HER FAULT’, featuring Editing by echo’s Dan Roberts BFE, received 7 nominations, including Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series, Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie (Sarah Snook) and Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie (Dakota Fanning). The series is directed by Minkie Spiro and Kate Dennis.

‘YOUNG SHERLOCK’, featuring Editing by echo’s Tim Murrell, received a nomination for Outstanding Title Design. The series is directed by Guy Ritchie.

The 2026 Emmy Awards will take place at the Peacock Theater at L.A. Live in Los Angeles on Monday 14th September.

‘POMPEII: OUT OF TIME WITH TOM HIDDLESTON’ TRAILER OUT!

Check out the trailer for ‘POMPEII: OUT OF TIME WITH TOM HIDDLESTON’! Featuring Hair + Make-Up Design by echo’s Martin McClean and Personal Styling by echo’s Oliver Cronk for Tom Hiddleston and the featured experts.

Directed by Tom Barbor-Might and produced by Plimsoll Productions for Disney+ and National Geographic, the documentary-drama follows Tom Hiddleston as he uncovers hidden stories of everyday life in one of history’s most famous ancient cities.

‘POMPEII: OUT OF TIME WITH TOM HIDDLESTON’ is scheduled to premiere on July 23rd on National Geographic.

ECHO CLIENTS WORK FEATURED IN THE 2026 EDINBURGH INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL LINE-UP!

We're pleased to share that several projects featuring work by echo clients have been selected for the 2026 Edinburgh International Film Festival.

Selected for the Sean Connery Prize for Feature Filmmaking Excellence competition, 'MISSION' features work by echo clients Andy Drummond, BFDG, as Production Designer and Nick Cooke as Director of Photography. The film is directed by Paul Wright and produced by 65 Wilding Films, Early Day Films, BBC Film, BFI and Screen Scotland.

Also selected for the Sean Connery Prize for Feature Filmmaking Excellence competition, ‘THE STATE OF US’ features work by echo client Yunus Roy Imer as Director of Photography. The film is directed by Ollie Gardner and Jake Harvey, and produced by CrossDay Productions and Freeway Entertainment.

Selected for the Out of Competition programme, opening film ‘THE INCOMER’ features work by echo client Sarah Blenkinsop as Costume Designer. The film is written and directed by Louis Paxton and produced by Pilea Pictures and BFI.

Also screening for the Out of Competition category, ‘EXTRA GEOGRAPHY’ features work by echo client Andrew Commis, ACS, as Director of Photography. The film is directed by Molly Manners and produced by Sarah Brocklehurst for Brock Media.

The 79th Edinburgh International Film Festival takes place from 13–19 August 2026.

‘A HAPPY FAMILY’ TO COMPETE AT KARLOVY VARY INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL FEATURING WORK BY YUNUS ROY IMER!

We’re delighted to share that ‘A HAPPY FAMILY’, featuring work by echo’s Director of Photography Yunus Roy Imer, has been selected for the Crystal Globe Competition at the 60th Karlovy Vary International Film Festival.

Written and directed by Swiss filmmaker Jan-Eric Mack, the debut feature marks the first Swiss production ever selected for the festival’s main competition.

Produced by C-Films AG and Bendita Films, the film stars Anna Schinz, alongside Julia Jentsch and Bettina Stucky.

‘LADY’ OUT IN UK CINEMAS TODAY FEATURING WORK BY ECHO CLIENTS!

Following its premiere at the London Film Festival last autumn, where it received a 4 star review from The Guardian, ‘LADY’ is out in selected UK cinemas today, featuring work by echo’s Director of Photography Korsshan Schlauer, Production Designer Agnieszka Debska, and Editor Josh Mallalieu.

Directed by Samuel Abrahams and produced by MetFilm Production, the mockumentary was shot entirely on location at Somerleyton Hall. Sian Clifford stars as a fictional aristocrat determined to draw attention to her lavish lifestyle by persuading a reluctant filmmaker to document her every move.

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2026 NATIONAL FILM AWARDS WINNERS FEATURING WORK BY ECHO CLIENTS!

Congratulations to all of the winning projects featuring work by echo clients at the 2026 National Film Awards.

🏆 ‘I SWEAR’ won Best British Film, featuring Editing by echo’s Sam Sneade. The film was directed by Kirk Jones and produced by One Story High and Bankside Films.

🏆 ‘SECRET SERVICE’ won Best Supporting Actress in a TV Series (Alex Kingston), featuring Editing by echo’s Matteo Bini on episodes 1, 2 and 3. The series was directed by James Marsh and produced by Potboiler.

🏆 ‘UNDER SALT MARSH’ won Best Actress in a TV Series (Kelly Reilly), featuring Editing by echo’s Alastair Reid (Editor on episodes 1, 2, 5 and 6 and Co-Editor on episodes 3 and 4). The series was directed by Claire Oakley and produced by Little Door Productions and Sky Studios.

Congratulations to everyone involved in these well-deserved wins!

TONY KEARNS, ACE, ISE JOINS AMERICAN CINEMA EDITORS!

We’re delighted to share that echo’s Tony Kearns, ACE, ISE has officially become a member of American Cinema Editors (ACE).

Tony’s recent work includes ‘THE DEATH OF BUNNY MUNRO’ (Episodes 5 + 6), for which he received a 2026 BAFTA TV Craft Awards nomination for Titles and Graphic Identity, ‘BLACK MIRROR: USS CALLISTER: INTO INFINITY’ (Season 7, Episode 6), for which he received a 2026 ACE Eddie Awards nomination for Best Edited Limited Series, and ‘THE END OF THE F***ING WORLD’ (Season 2, episodes 1 -4) which was directed by Lucy Forbes and produced by Clerkenwell Films, Netflix and Dominic Buchanan Productions. The series was awarded a BAFTA for Best Drama Series 2020.

Congratulations to Tony on this well-deserved achievement.

DIANDRA FERREIRA AND ANDY DRUMMOND, BFDG, JOIN THE EUROPEAN FILM ACADEMY!

We're delighted to share that echo’s Hair + Make-Up Designer Diandra Ferreira and Production Designer Andy Drummond, BFDG are now members of the European Film Academy.

Diandra recently worked on ‘PILLION’, for which she won Best Hair + Make-Up Design at the 2025 BIFAs. The film was written and directed by Harry Lighton and produced by BBC Film, BFI and Element Pictures.

Andy's recent work includes ‘CALIFORNIA SCHEMIN’, directed by James McAvoy and produced by Bankside Films and Ransom Films, which was selected to premiere at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival.

Congratulations to Diandra and Andy on this well deserved achievement!

CONGRATULATIONS TO ECHO CLIENT PROJECTS NOMINATED AT THE 2026 NATIONAL FILM AWARDS!

We're proud to celebrate a number of projects featuring work by echo clients, that have received nominations at the 2026 National Film Awards!

‘I SWEAR’, featuring Editing by echo’s Sam Sneade, received nominations for Best Drama, Best British Film and Outstanding Performance (Robert Aramayo). The film was directed by Kirk Jones and produced by One Story High and Bankside Films.

‘ROSE OF NEVADA’, featuring Costume Design by echo’s Jo Thompson and Hair + Make-Up by Hannah Eccleston, was nominated for Best Feature Film and Best Independent Film. The film was directed by Mark Jenkin and produced by Film4 Productions and BFI Films.

‘THE BALLAD OF WALLIS ISLAND’, featuring Production Design by echo’s Alexandra Toomey, received a nomination for Best Comedy in Film & TV. The film was directed by James Griffiths and produced by Baby Cow Productions.

‘SECRET SERVICE’, featuring Editing by echo’s Matteo Bini on episodes 1, 2 and 3, received nominations for Best TV Drama Series, Best Producer in Film & TV (Gail Egan and Andrea Calderwood), Best Actress in a TV Series (Gemma Arterton), Best Supporting Actor in a TV Series (Rafe Spall and Roger Allam), Best Supporting Actress in a TV Series (Amaka Okafor and Alex Kingston), Best Action in a Film / TV Series and Best Screenplay in a TV Series. The series was directed by James Marsh and produced by Potboiler.

‘THE NIGHT MANAGER’ Season 2, featuring Costume Design by echo’s Oliver Cronk, Editing by Napoleon Stratogiannakis and Additional Editing by John Dwelly BFE on episode 3, received nominations for Best TV Drama Series, Best Actor in a TV Series (Tom Hiddleston) and Best Action in a Film / TV Series. The series was directed by Georgi Banks-Davies and produced by The Ink Factory.

‘UNDER SALT MARSH’, featuring Editing by echo’s Alastair Reid on episodes 1, 2, 5 and 6, and directed in part by Mary Nighy, received nominations for Best TV Drama Series and Best Actress in a TV Series (Kelly Reilly). The series was produced by Little Door Productions in association with Sky Studios.

‘SURVIVING EARTH’, featuring Costume Design by echo’s Oliver Cronk, received a nomination for Best Independent Film. The film was directed by Thea Gajić and produced by My Accomplice and Sona Films.

‘PILLION’, featuring Hair + Make-Up Design by echo’s Diandra Ferreira, received a nomination for Best British Film. The film was written and directed by Harry Lighton and produced by BBC Film, BFI and Element Pictures.

‘ON BECOMING A GUINEA FOWL’, featuring work by echo’s Director of Photography David Gallego, ADFC, received a nomination for Best Foreign Language Film. The film was directed by Rungano Nyoni and produced by BBC Film and Element Pictures.

Winners will be announced at the 12th National Film Awards Ceremony on 1 July 2026 at Porchester Hall, London.

FFERN RELEASES ‘THE GREEN KNIGHT’ FEATURING WORK BY SUSIE COULTHARD!

Ffern has unveiled its new Summer 2026 campaign, ‘The Green Knight’, featuring Costume Design by echo’s Susie Coulthard.

Released to mark the summer solstice and produced by Newland, the seasonal film reimagines the medieval tale of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight.

Directed by Julia Jackman, who has previously collaborated with Susie on '100 NIGHTS OF HERO', the film stars Indira Varma and Faye Marsay, bringing a contemporary interpretation to the classic fable.

PAIX ROBINSON, BFDG FEATURED ON TODAY’S EPISODE OF ‘OUR TABLE’ WITH JUDI LOVE!

Echo’s Costume and Production Designer Paix Robinson, BFDG, joins Judi Love on today’s episode of ‘OUR TABLE’.

The acclaimed talk show and podcast brings together Black creatives and public figures for inspiring and humorous conversations, all set against the backdrop of Caribbean fine dining.

Episode 3 is now available to watch on YouTube, or available to listen via Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

‘THE MOMENT’ OUT NOW FEATURING WORK BY ECHO CLIENTS!

‘THE MOMENT’ is now available to stream on Apple TV and Amazon, featuring Cinematography by echo’s Sean Price Williams and Hair + Make-Up Design by echo’s Loz Schiavo.

Directed by Aidan Zamiri and produced by A24 and Studio365, the film stars Charli XCX in a quirky and electric mockumentary inspired by her own experiences.

Set against the backdrop of life on tour, the film follows a high-profile pop artist navigating the highs and lows of life in the spotlight.

‘PILLION’ IS NOW STREAMING IN THE US AND UK FEATURING WORK BY DIANDRA FERREIRA!

Following its acclaimed festival run, ‘PILLION’ is now available to stream on HBO in the US and NOW TV in the UK, featuring Hair + Make-Up Design by echo’s Diandra Ferreira, who won Best Make-Up + Hair Design at the BIFA Craft Awards.

Written and directed by Harry Lighton, and produced by Cornerstone, Element Pictures and BBC Film, the film stars Alexander Skarsgård and Harry Melling.

The feature premiered in the Un Certain Regard section at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, where it received a seven-minute standing ovation. It was also nominated for several BAFTA Awards and screened at Telluride Film Festival, New York Film Festival and BFI London Film Festival.

‘WIDOW’S BAY’ FINALE OUT TODAY FEATURING WORK BY ALEX BOVAIRD!

The final episode of ‘WIDOW’S BAY’ arrived on Apple TV+ yesterday, featuring Costume Design by echo’s Alex Bovaird.

Directed by Hiro Murai, Ti West, Sam Donovan and Andrew DeYoung, the series is set in a small coastal town where long-held superstitions begin to prove true, unleashing a series of unsettling events.

Starring Matthew Rhys, the series follows a community pushed to breaking point as fear and belief begin to blur.

Recently receiving a 5-star review from The Guardian, now’s the perfect time to catch up if you haven’t tuned in yet!