Created by filmmakers The Progress Film Company was founded in 2010 by Matt Hopkins and Ben Lankester. The studio operates in both the commercial and independent space producing powerful and engaging stories.The Brighton based studio known as Progress S have a decade of work under their belt with a dedicated team of filmmakers and animators bound by a shared passion to telling compelling stories no matter the budget. From automotive TVC’s to VR & Animation, Progress S have worked with some of the biggest brands on the planet working with the likes of Land Rover, Microsoft, Oxfam and Tag Heuer to name a few.
“Progress is a perfect fit within our roster. Since Andrew and Antionette joined Progress the industry has been watching closely what these guys are going to do next. They have all the right sensibilities and foundations to become a well-loved and deeply resourceful production company; their offering of top international directors combined with the development of new talent through their studio gives them the perfect platform to service large projects through to smaller, more creatively challenging content. Like Lemonade, Progress have big plans and we’re thrilled our partnership will help to realise them.” - Corin West, Managing Director at Lemonade Reps.
The timing couldn’t be better to have Lemonade as our repping company as we enter a new phase of our growth. I’ve known Corin for a long time and implicitly trust his creative judgement, and that our companies share the same ethos.” - Andrew Porteus, Executive Producer at Progress.
Andrew adds: “We are poised to tackle all aspects of the advertising film market with our established Progress X roster and the emerging talent of Progress S. Progress, Antoinette and I are excited about this new partnership with Lemonade as we look to build even greater momentum.”
Progress X is the rich roster of talented filmmakers working at The Progress Film Company featuring Ben Lankester, Cale Glendening, Carly Cussen, Helen Takkin, Jonny Mass, Kacper Larski, Matt Hopkins, Sam Washington and Tibor Glage. Between them they have worked with a rich tapestry of brands ranging from Converse to BMW.
