I live to capture moments.

Michael Cooke is an award-winning director and cinematographer from Atlanta, Georgia. Michael's credits span from commercial work to narrative to documentary. He got his start in 2007 as a Director of Photography lensing some of hip-hop's biggest names. After years of freelancing in the music video world, Michael transitioned to directing commercials for international brands such as Apple, American Express and Walmart.
Within the last decade, Michael has become one of the most sought after emerging independent directors. Having directed hundreds of projects in multiple genres, his focus has shifted to narrative storytelling. In 2014, he made his directorial debut with the short film Across the Tracks, which was crowdfunded on Seed&Spark. It went on to win multiple awards including Best Diaspora Short Film at the African Movie Academy Awards, Best Short Film at UK's Music Video and Screen Awards, and a Ceaser Award from the French Academy of Cinema.

Michael's commitment to sharing stories with social relevance and meaning is evident in all that he masterminds. He is currently on a festival circuit with his two most recent projects. Freeman Hospitality, a short pilot/film that follows the exploits of a black security service set in 2055. Yogurt Raisin where a group of long time friends find themselves confronting race, identity and over policing, on the eve of the groom’s wedding. Whether Michael is directing or shooting, his goal is to carefully craft images that will remain etched in viewers' minds for years to come.

Contact: info@mikecooke.tv

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2018 Telly Award Winning Director - Walmart #Fighthunger

2017 New York Stage & Film Screen Writing Fellowship - Walled Gardens

2017 French Academy of Cinema // Les Nuits En Or Official Selection - Across The Tracks

2016 African Movie Academy Award Winner - Best Diaspora Short Film: Across The Tracks

2015 Music Video & Screen Awards Winner - Best Diaspora Short Film: Across The Tracks

Director Michael Cooke speaks to the French Academy of Cinema about the conception and production of the short film Across The Tracks. Watch the whole film on our site! www.acrossthetracksfilm.com ****************** Two African American sisters grow up in racially charged 1960s Georgia, but one is born with fair skin.

The French Academy of Cinema interviews Michael Cooke about the conception of his International Award Winning Short Film Across The Tracks