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Emily Kai Bock
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| Born | 1983/1984 (age 41–42) |
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| Years active | 2012–present |
Emily Kai Bock (born in 1983 or 1984) is a talented Canadian writer and film director. She is known for creating amazing music videos and short films.
In 2017, her short film A Funeral for Lightning was chosen as one of the top 10 Canadian short films of the year by the TIFF. This film was also nominated for a Canadian Screen Award and won a big award at the LA Film Festival. It also received special mentions at the Nashville Film Festival.
Emily Kai Bock also won the Prism Prize and UK Music Video Awards in 2014. She won these for directing the music video for the Arcade Fire song "Afterlife". She was also nominated for Director of the Year at the 2014 Much Music Video Awards. She has directed music videos for popular artists like Lorde, Grizzly Bear, and Grimes.
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Becoming a Director: Emily's Early Life and Education
Emily Kai Bock was born in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, in 1983 or 1984. She first studied painting and sculpture at Emily Carr University of Art and Design. Later, she went on to study film production at Concordia University. During this time, she lived in a creative space called Lab Synthese.
In 2012, Emily directed the music video for Grimes' song "Oblivion". This video became very popular. After its success, Emily decided to leave her university studies to focus on her directing career.
Creative Style: How Emily Kai Bock Makes Films
Emily Kai Bock was inspired by music videos from bands like Daft Punk, Radiohead, and the Foo Fighters. These videos were directed by famous filmmakers like Spike Jonze, Michel Gondry, and Jonathan Glazer. Her older sister, Naomi Bock, is also a filmmaker. Naomi helped Emily learn a lot and influenced her artistic style.
Emily is known for her "run and gun" style of filmmaking. This means she shoots quickly and precisely. She often films in places that feel like they are from a memory. Her work is often done with great speed and skill.
Emily Kai Bock's Music Videos and Commercials
Emily Kai Bock has directed many notable music videos and television advertisements. Her work often brings a unique visual style to the songs and products she features.
Music Videos Directed by Emily Kai Bock
| Year | Title | Artist | Ref. |
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| 2012 | "Running Back To Everyone" | Kool Music | |
| "Oblivion" | Grimes | ||
| "Yet Again" | Grizzly Bear | ||
| 2013 | "Afterlife" | Arcade Fire | |
| 2014 | "Yellow Flicker Beat" | Lorde | |
| 2022 | "The Lightning I, II" | Arcade Fire |
Television Advertisements Directed by Emily Kai Bock
| Year | Product | Company | Ref. |
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| Coca-Cola | The Coca-Cola Company | ||
| Fuel for Life (fragrance) | Diesel |
