"Based in Singapore and Germany, the visionary director, cinematographer, and producer Max Penzel has mastered an impressive array of cultures and genres. From music videos with a raw Berlin aesthetic to multi-million-dollar motion pictures, the M2 founder shies away from nothing. Max began his career as Oscar and Palme d’Or winner Volker Schlöndorff’s promising apprentice. His talents quickly earned him a Michael Ballhaus Fellowship for up-and-coming cinematographers, a Bavarian Film Award, and nominations at Manaki Brothers Film Festival and Cameraimage. With his arsenal of multi-disciplinary skills, his thirst for collaboration, and his eagerness to infuse cutting-edge technology into his work, Max then travelled the world refining his skills. The German all-rounder has perfected his bespoke approach to advertising. The look, tone, and feel of each film is precisely crafted. Every frame is essential to the storytelling. Max’s keen eye for places, people, and products has won the trust of clients such as Nikon, BMW, Kaufland, Pioneer, adidas, Danone, and Allianz. "