Motoko says hello!

A new audio/visual agency has landed in the heart of The Hague.

Motoko produces films, commercials, music videos, title sequences and animations. With an emphasis on post-production, we use traditional and new techniques, from film to two- and three-dimensional animation and graphic design. Typical clients include broadcast and advertising agencies, production companies, record labels, bands, brands, and artists. And you. We have built our reputations through experience in the Dutch film and motion design business. Mark Visser (Creative Director) was a co-founder of Creative Agency Post Panic and worked as creative director for Nike, MTV Networks, Amstel and DSM, among others. Jeroen Schellekens (Creative Director) developed his skills on editing and post-production for several commercials and music videos in the past years. Motoko's out-of-the-box thinking results in aesthetic and expressive solutions. We strive to produce buzz-worthy work, from concept to content, on a national and international level. Sharing offices in The Hague with <>TAG, a platform for art and creative technology, brings a further level of energy and inspiration to our work.

How integrated are you

The Green Party of the council in The Hague is curious to know if the citizens of the city are aware of their surrounding environment with all its cultural diversity. Five days before election day the Greens are giving a clear signal to Geert Wilders' PVV: embrace the unknown. www.benjijingeburgerd.nl.

Ajanaku/Stepping Stones Promo

Members and friends of Ajanaku (Nigerian for elephant) is organizing a fundraising party/event for the children of Stepping Stones Nigeria. Inspired by the documentary 'Saving Africa's Witch Children' (Joost van der Valk, 2009) that screened at a recent Cinetoko evening, Ajanaku's leading man Maurice decided to setup this event. We support him with a promo! Watch promo. More info.

Symposium9

It's the second time that Motoko takes part of the Crossing Border interior. Again, stalking artists and visitors to seduce them for some bold statements concerning The Hague's ambition to become Cultural Capital of Europe. Watch the result.

Improve Your Move

A staff member of Holland Dance Festival 2009 asked herself: what happens if I combine a selection of ten dancers, choreographer Uri Eugenio ("So You Think You Can Dance" sensation), dj/ producer Mark Norman and Motoko? Watch the result.

In production - TodaysArt 2009

A conflict is in the air! The 5th edition of the TodaysArt festival (25/26 sept '09) will present a program that examines how conflict can lead to new insights and solutions. Without revealing too much, Motoko is creating a set of viral videos that will shake up The Hague's foundations. Kaboom!

In production - Danslab

Currently working on an 8 minute promofilm for Danslab (The Hague). Together with 'Processing' guru Marcus Graf, we're involving shots that blend live action footage with motion-captured choreography, to visualize the beauty of movement on an abstract level. Danslab is an initiative that stimulates the development and exchange in choreography, dance and research.

In production - Day of the Architecture

Stroom, centre for art and architecture, asked Motoko to produce six compilation films for the annual event Day of the Architecture. This year's theme - mobility and architecture - comprises an alley cat ride across The Hague helt on the 27th of june. In this city race, six extraordinary locations are turned into checkpoints each accommodating a mini movie theatre, illustrating the variety and dynamics of mobility ranging from skating and racing to buildering and urban exploration.

Now online - Cinetoko.com

Visit our new website to get a taste of Cinetoko: what's the next film evening about, order tickets and see snapshots of the previous shows. Design by You & McCuskey and Flash programming by Frozen Emotion. The upcoming Cinetoko film evening on 12 june is all about unauthorized and spoof advertising. Reserve your tickets now!

Communiceren kun je leren (Feedback Structures)

We teamed up with <>TAG to produce a film as part of the upcoming expo at <>TAG Headquarters. The project conducts around the theme: Feedback Structures, initiated by <>TAG during this year's Club Transmediale (CTM) festival in Berlin. Watch the result.

De Culturele Staat

Motoko created the opening presentation for De Culturele Staat - an alliance of several creative and cultural organisations in The Hague. This presentation was the kick-off for the People Making Stuff Festival 2008: a short film about The Hague becoming the Cultural Capital of the European Union in 2018. The film's main character - a spaceman from the future - then appeared on-stage to hand over “De Culturele Staat Manifest” to the new deputy mayor Marieke Bolle of Culture and Finance The Hague. Watch film

Symposium10

Now online: four films we created for Symposium10. Filmed at Crossing Border 2008. How do art and culture relate to cities in general and specifically The Hague? Artists, writers, and special guests like Louis Theroux, Van Dyke Parks, Wilfried de Jong try give us answers that range from well considered, provocative to hilarious. Watch them here.

Symposium 10

Motoko has been assigned to create four films during Crossing Border 2008 for the Symposium10 event that will be held on 26 november at venue Paard van Troje, The Hague. The films will illustrate the importance of cultural activities in large cities and includes interviews with Michael Cunningham, Louis Theroux and Wim de Bie.

New site launch

The world is invited to the official Motoko website, created in cooperation with You&McCuskey and Frozen Emotion.

Motoko is here

With the generous support of Creatieve Stad (The Hague) and The European Union, and thanks to our dear friends & family, Motoko is born.

Symposium9

It's the second time that Motoko takes part of the Crossing Border interior. Again, stalking artists and visitors to seduce them for some bold statements concerning The Hague's ambition to become Cultural Capital of Europe. Some of the talking heads are The Hague's purest citizens while some are internationally acclaimed writers from all over the world: Hitomi Kanehara (Writer), James Kelman (Writer), Harry de Winter (Producer), Yvonne van den Hurk (Actress), Joop Roelofs (Band member of Q65), Karel Kanits (Member of Puur Gelul). The result will be presented 26 november at Symposium9, Paard van Troje, The Hague. Credits Concept, production, shoot, post: Motoko Lighting: Koos Westhoff Production: Jacqueline Meijer, Nina den Iseger Thanks to: The crew of Crossing Border

Improve Your Move

A staff member of Holland Dance Festival 2009 asked herself: what happens if I combine a selection of ten dancers, choreographer Uri Eugenio ("So You Think You Can Dance" sensation), dj/ producer Mark Norman and Motoko? Well, a weird ride through the last "fatigue" hours of a 24 hour Dance Marathon. Concept “Improve your move” contest: Holland dance festival Creation & concept music video: Motoko Choreography: Uri Eugenio Composer: DJ Mark Norman Production: Anne-Lyke van den Elshout Styling: Natascha Helmer Hair styling: Rian & Els Lighting: Davy den Dulk Props & costumes: Natascha Helmer, Geert van der Velden, Rene Bakker, Nationale Toneel Many thanks to: All dancers and actors, Annemarie van der Vlies, Geert van der Velden, Roxanne Klapwijk, Fleur van Rijn, Adri Pouw Volunteers: Naima Sommacal, Eveline Boerrigther, Anneke Klootwijk, Myriam Sillevis Smith, Sara van de Valk, Jessica Willems, Giacomo Della Marina, Gabrielle Chaillat Invite AV, Papillon, Vestia

Danslab Promo

Danslab, where pro's and students reinvent dance by study, inspired us to unravel the vibrations inside ourselves. These movements are basic human motions and reveal our inner needs to give expression. Bullshit? You might be right, although it was a great excuse to experiment together with 'Processing' Meister Marcus Graf.

TodaysArt 2009

This promotion campaign around TodaysArt 2009 caused some nervous moments in the City Hall of The Hague. All the commotion led to an arrest of Todaysart director Olof van Winden by the Dutch antiterrorist police force. The viral videos as part of the concept "Friend or Foe?" are based on the posters by Peter Zuiderwijk. We hope the explicit images won't incite to hostile action, because it should be clear: "Ceci n'est pas un explosif".

Structures Expo

Due to structual miscommunication between participating parties, <>TAG asked Motoko to create a film based on this issue. We made a series of video courses on how to communicate properly, for real. Get ready, with pen and paper! Credits Concept, production, shoot, post: Motoko Actor: Sander Idema Voice-over: David Rietveld Lighting: Koos Westhoff Styling: Dorrith de Roode Location: Studio Zee Set photography: Ruben van Lingen Graphic design: Karin Mientjes 3D animations: Phonk

De Culturele Staat

Motoko created the opening film for De Culturele Staat - an alliance of several creative and cultural organisations in The Hague. Credits Concept, production, shoot, post: Motoko 3d modeling: Lenno Verhoog Actor: Steven van Lummel Voice-over: Hicham Khalidi Music: Legowelt, Danger

Symposium10

Motoko has been assigned to create four films during Crossing Border 2008 for the Symposium10 event that was helt on 26 november at venue Paard van Troje, The Hague. The films illustrate the importance of cultural activities in large cities through interviews with writers, musicians and audience. Amongst the guests are Louis Theroux (documentary filmmaker), Van Dyke Parks (musician/composer), Wilfried de Jong (theatre/television maker). Credits Concept, production, shoot, post: Motoko Sound recording: Multi Acoustics Lighting: Hessel van Waalewijn Production: Jacqueline Meijer, Adam Kramer Thanks to: Cees Debets and the crew of Crossing Border

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