Michael Philip

Michael Philip

Personal Details

Biography

Michael Philip was born and raised in the picturesque coastal city of Santa Monica, California, a place that would later become a hub for his career in the film industry. As the grandson of Producer and President of Columbia Pictures, Mike Frankovich, and the stepson of Academy award-winning film editor, Carl Kress, Michael had a unique insider's view of the workings of Hollywood from a young age.

He spent the first decade of his career honing his skills as an assistant editor on a variety of films, including Stroker Ace, Cannonball Run II, Deepstar Six, and Bloodsport. This early experience laid the foundation for his future success in the industry.

In 1994, Michael co-founded Nichol Moon Entertainment, a production service company designed to support independent filmmakers. His work on the production of Arizona Dream, directed by Emir Kusturica, was a pivotal moment in his career, and he went on to produce and package several successful films, including Swingers, The Curve, Lip Service, Who Is Cletis Tout?, and The Movie Hero.

In addition to his work as a producer, Michael has also ventured into writing and directing. In 2005, he wrote and directed Drop Dead Sexy, which premiered at SXSW and was released by Lion's Gate. This achievement marked a significant milestone in his career, demonstrating his versatility as a filmmaker.

From 2006 to 2015, Michael spent several years in Eastern Europe, where he was appointed Head of Production at several studios, including Kentarous Studios in Bucharest and Raleigh Film Studios in Budapest. During this time, he collaborated with Arnold Rifkin to produce several films, including Timber Falls, Night Train, Stag Night, and Battledrone, a stylized action film released by Netflix.

In 2016, Michael returned to the United States, where he directed Frat Pack, released by Lionsgate. He has since gone on to produce Becoming and Disturbing The Peace, both of which have received critical acclaim.

Currently, Michael has co-founded Cr8iv DNA with Jason Moring, and the new banner is in post-production on The Doorman, starring Ruby Rose, for Lionsgate. He is also involved in a slate of new and exciting projects, cementing his position as a respected and accomplished figure in the film industry.

Career

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2020
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2018
Frat Pack
Frat Pack as Director
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2005
Drop Dead Sexy
Drop Dead Sexy as Director, Writer