Justin Martinez
Justin Martinez | |
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Justin Martinez at the 2012 Sundance Film Festival for V/H/S | |
Born |
July 14, 1980 Tucson, Arizona, United States |
Nationality | American |
Occupation | Film Director, Writer, Producer |
Years active | 2011–present |
Justin Martinez is an American film director, cinematographer, visual effects artist, writer and producer. He is a co-creator of Radio Silence, known for their work on the films V/H/S, Devil's Due, and Southbound.[1]
Biography
Radio Silence
In 2011, Martinez formed Radio Silence with Tyler Gillett, Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Chad Villella.[1] The group co-directed and co-wrote the 10/31/98 segment of the feature film V/H/S.[2] Radio Silence was brought on to direct a segment for V/H/S after producer Brad Miska saw Mountain Devil Prank Fails Horribly, a found footage short that Martinez created with the group Chad, Matt & Rob.[3][4][5] V/H/S premiered at the 2012 Sundance Film Festival[6] It was released theatrically by Magnolia Pictures in October 2012.[7][8]
In 2013, Radio Silence made Devil's Due for 20th Century Fox.[1][9] The movie was produced by John Davis and released theatrically in January 2014 to a worldwide audience.[10][11][12] Martinez is credited as the Executive Producer, Cinematographer, and Visual Effects Supervisor on the movie.[13][14]
In 2015, their film Southbound premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival. The movie was picked up for distribution by the Orchard for release in February 2016.[15][16][17][18]
Filmography
- V/H/S (2012)
- Devil's Due (2014)
- Southbound (2015)
References
- 1 2 3 Barone, Matt. "The Come-Up: How "Devil's Due" Directors Radio Silence Upgraded From YouTube to Feature Films". Complex. Retrieved 16 January 2014.
- ↑ Gallagher, Brian. "EXCLUSIVE: Radio Silence Talks ‘V/H/S’ Blu-ray". Movie Web. Retrieved 5 December 2012.
- ↑ Barone, Matt. "Scare-A-Thon: The Stories Behind "V/H/S," The Best, Most Unique Horror Anthology Movie In Years". Complex. Retrieved 5 October 2012.
- ↑ Leak, Brian. "Under The Gun Review - THE SHORT CUT: AN INTERVIEW WITH RADIO SILENCE". Under The Gun Review. Retrieved 1 December 2011.
- ↑ Dickson, Evan. "‘V/H/S’ Filmmakers Radio Silence Talk About Holding The Interest Of An Online Audience And Their Feature Premiere!". Bloody Disgusting. Retrieved 21 January 2012.
- ↑ Barnes, Brooks (2011-12-1), "Delusional Teenagers and Other Sundance Offerings." New York Times http://carpetbagger.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/12/01/delusional-teenagers-and-other-sundance-offerings/
- ↑ Lowe, Justin (2012-1-27), "V/H/S: Sundance Film Review." The Hollywood Reporter http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/review/vhs-sundance-2012-film-review-285296
- ↑ Miller, Daniel (2012-1-26), "Sundance 2012: Magnolia Pictures Acquiring Horror Flick 'V/H/S' for North of $1 Million." The Hollywood Reporter http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/risky-business/sundance-2012-magnolia-pictures-vhs-284886
- ↑ Dickson, Evan. "Checking Out ‘The Devil’s Due’ With Eli Roth And Radio Silence!". Bloody Disgusting. Retrieved 8 January 2014.
- ↑ Disgusting, Mr. "‘V/H/S’ Directing Quartet, Radio Silence, Attached To Fox Horror Project!". Bloody Disgusting. Retrieved 18 December 2012.
- ↑ Newman, Nick. "Radio Silence to Follow ‘V/H/S’ Segment with Set of Found Footage Projects". The Film Stage. Retrieved 18 December 2012.
- ↑ "Devil's Due Box Office". Box Office Mojo. Retrieved January 17, 2014.
- ↑ Koestner, Madeleine. "Devil's Due (Film Review)". Diabolique Magazine. Retrieved 17 January 2014.
- ↑ Fischer, Russ. "Radio Silence Explains the Collective’s Approach to Found Footage and ‘Devil’s Due’". Slashfilm. Retrieved 8 January 2014.
- ↑ Sneider, Jeff (2015-10-8) The Wrap http://www.thewrap.com/the-orchard-buys-anthology-horror-movie-southbound-after-toronto-debut/
- ↑ "New film from "V/H/S" standouts Radio Silence gets date". Fangoria. 14 May 2013. Retrieved 14 May 2013.
- ↑ "First Generation "V/H/S": Radio Silence". Diabolique. 6 August 2013. Retrieved 6 August 2013.
- ↑ Erbland, Kate. "Toronto International Film Festival Reveals Midnight Madness and Vanguard Slate".