Portfolio Review: Director Jake Davis Shares His Favorite Works

Fashion's favorite filmmaker breaks down his back catalog.

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Intro

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Philippe Petit for Supreme

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Philippe Petit for Supreme

"Directing a legend like Philippe for Supreme was a real special moment for me. He's a real iconoclast."

Life Is Bear Pond Espresso

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Life Is Bear Pond Espresso

"Japan really opened my eyes in a lot of ways. Katsu's passion for his craft was one of the most inspiring things I've ever been around."

Woolrich Fall/Winter Campaign Film

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Woolrich Fall/Winter Campaign Film

"We shot on location in Tuscany, Italy and I had the most amazing time enjoying the culture, food, and land."

The Walkmen "While I Shovel The Snow"

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The Walkmen "While I Shovel The Snow"

"The video gods were on our side that day with the snow. I love the classic New York City vibe of this one."

#ScreenTests: A$AP Rocky

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#ScreenTests: A$AP Rocky

"Working with Rocky was great. I never thought when I got into music video directing I would make a conceptual art film with a rapper."

Jake Davis Test Shots: Adrianne Ho

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Jake Davis Test Shots: Adrianne Ho

"This is one of those really special Test Shots where all the elements came together. Sometimes artists fall for their subjects and vice versa."

Jake Davis Test Shots: Tanya Romero

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Jake Davis Test Shots: Tanya Romero

"Tanya set the tone early for Test Shots. Whenever I shoot my women I try to make them as poetic as her. It's been a hard feat."

Jake Davis Test Shots: Sean Sullivan

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Jake Davis Test Shots: Sean Sullivan

"On a particular snowy morning in February I shot my good friend Sean in my backyard. I never thought anyone would care."

Wiz Khalifa "On My Level"

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Wiz Khalifa "On My Level"

"I love working with artists on their rise. Helping create their iconism and visual look is incredibly rewarding. I have to thank Wiz for smoking as many joints as I asked him to that day. This video just got nominated for an MVPA award so I'm proud of that."

Drake & Trey Songz "Successful"

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Drake & Trey Songz "Successful"

"Loved this moment with Drake and the whole OVO fam because all eyes were on him. We won some awards so I think we made all the right choices in those Toronto streets."

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