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John Crane Films

Visual Stories, Captured Dreams

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The Adrenline of a Good Idea.

People love journeys.

Powerful ideas grab deep emotions that inspire action. They offer solutions to problems that are consciously or unconsciously bubbling just below the surface. People love discoveries and the experience of the journey especially those that offer hope and inspiration.

Powerful ideas often appear like magic crystallizing in an instant – sometimes in your sleep. And although they can be hard to come by, you know one the second you see it. And the joy of discovering a surprise that gives you satisfaction, adventure while freeing you from a dilemma is an adrenaline rush that is like no other. Powerful ideas are universally, lovingly welcomed.

The Filmmaker

Collage of John Crane with clients, film posters, and brand logos

Crafting Cinematic Narratives

About John Crane

John founded his advertising agency at age 24 and served as its creative director. His agency did work for CNN, Reebok, Puma Shoes, Apple, O’Neil Wetsuits, Dreyer’s Ice Cream, Charles Schwab, Hewlett Packard, California Closets, The Berkeley Repertory Theatre, Amnesty International and The Make-a-Wish Foundation. Later he formed John Crane Films and focused on commercials, documentaries and was executive producer for Warner Brother’s Batkid which he created for Make-a-Wish. It raised millions of dollars for the benefit of children fighting life threatening illnesses.

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Based in Los Angeles

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Photography
Screenwriting
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