Company 3 Honored at the 2026 Lumiere Awards

February 10, 2026 Feb. 10, 2026

The Advanced Imaging Society has announced the winners of the 2026 Lumiere Awards, celebrating the artists and innovators shaping the future of cinematic storytelling. At this year’s 16th annual ceremony, Company 3 was proud to be recognized with two top honors for Best Use of High Dynamic Range, across both feature and episodic storytelling.

Held at the Beverly Hills Hotel, the annual Lumiere Awards luncheon brought together more than 200 leaders from the creative, entertainment, and technology communities. Selected by members of the Hollywood creative and technology community, the awards spotlight work that advances both the art and craft of visual storytelling.

Director Joseph Kosinski’s F1 received the Lumiere Award for Best Use of High Dynamic Range – Feature Film, with Company 3 Senior Colorist Stefan Sonnenfeld accepting the honor. Known for its precision, scale, and immersive realism, F1 pushes HDR as a storytelling tool—heightening contrast, detail, and emotional impact while maintaining a grounded cinematic experience. The win caps off a standout awards season for the film, which has also received four Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture.

In episodic storytelling, Stranger Things Season 5 earned the Lumiere for Best Use of High Dynamic Range – Episodic, with Company 3 Senior Colorist Skip Kimball recognized for his work shaping the show’s signature look. Accepted by Company 3 producer Jared Arkulary, the award honors HDR grading that deepens atmosphere, scale, and emotional intensity while staying true to the series’ established visual language. As the final chapter of a global phenomenon, Season 5 required both continuity and evolution—using HDR to elevate contrast, texture, and mood without losing the cinematic DNA fans expect.

The ceremony also recognized excellence across film and episodic production. Director Jon M. Chu was awarded the inaugural Judy Garland Legacy Award, and Wicked: For Good took home the Lumiere for Best Motion Picture – Musical. Graded by Company 3 Senior Colorist Jill Bogdanowicz, the film’s recognition reflects the collaborative craft behind its bold visual identity. The esteemed Harold Lloyd Award was presented to Joseph Kosinski and Jerry Bruckheimer, honoring a creative partnership that continues to push the boundaries of cinematic realism, emotional storytelling, and technological innovation. Their work on F1 further exemplifies that commitment to craft.

Additional honors highlighted the breadth of creative achievement across the industry, including Andor, Season 2, receiving the Lumiere for Best Episodic – Live Action, graded by Company 3 Senior Colorist Jean-Clément Soret, and Apple TV+’s Severance winning Best Audio – Episodic, graded by Company 3 Senior Colorist Tom Poole.

From blockbuster features to genre-defining series, the 2026 Lumiere Awards underscore the essential role of color and imaging in modern storytelling. We’re proud to celebrate Stefan Sonnenfeld and Skip Kimball for their award-winning work and to stand alongside the collaborators and creatives who continue to push what’s possible on screen.

 

Winners

F1

Best Use of High Dynamic Range – Feature Film

 

Stranger Things | Season 5

Best Use of High Dynamic Range – Episodic

  • Color | Skip Kimball
  • Finishing Editor | Ray Ruotolo
  • Dailies | Nick Winkelmann
  • Editorial Services | Brandon Rosser, Jasmine Hingorani, Paulina Llorico
  • Color Producer | Jared Arkulary
  • Trailers | Ariane Ackerberg
  • Directors | Matt Duffer, Ross Duffer, Shawn Levy, Frank Darabont
  • DPs | Caleb Heymann, Brett Jutkiewicz
  • Editors | Dean Zimmerman ACE, Casey Cichocki, and Kat Naranjo
  • Production Design | Chris Trujillo

 

Wicked: For Good

Best Motion Picture – Musical

  • Supervising Color | Jill Bogdanowicz
  • Additional Color | Jared Pecht
  • Finishing Editor | Joe Ken
  • Dailies | Lucie Barbier
  • Dailies Producer | Jonathan Mann
  • Color Production | Erik Rogers, Karlie Gochnour
  • Trailers | Jennifer Raymond, Matt Hull
  • 3D Immersive VFX | SDFX Studios
  • VFX | Framestore
  • Director | Jon M. Chu
  • DP | Alice Brooks ASC
  • Editor | Myron Kerstein ACE
  • Production Design | Nathan Crowley

 

Andor | Season 2

Best Episodic – Live Action

  • Color | Jean-Clément Soret
  • Finishing Editor | Thomas Crews
  • Color Production | Christopher Foster, Ellora Soret
  • Supporting VFX | SDFX Studios
  • Showrunner | Tony Gilroy
  • Directors | Ariel Kleiman, Janus Metz, Alonso Ruizpalacios
  • DPs | Christophe Nuyens SBC, Mark Patten BSC, Damián García
  • Editors | Yan Miles ACE BFE, John Gilroy ACE, Craig Ferreira, Matthew Cannings, Morten Højbjerg
  • Production Designer | Luke Hull

 

Severance | Season 2

1 Win

  • Color | Tom Poole
  • Additional Color | Dustin Wadsworth
  • Finishing Editor | Nicholas Figueroa
  • Dailies | Alex Kaufman
  • Color Producer | Ray Stanton
  • Trailers | Joe Pestana, Lenny Fohrer, Igor Darbo, Aaron Dorn
  • VFX | Curated
  • Supporting VFX | SDFX Studios
  • Directors | Ben Stiller, Sam Donovan, Uta Briesewitz, Jess Gagné
  • DPs | Jessica Lee Gagné, Suzie Lavelle BSC, David Lanzenberg
  • Editors | Geoff Richman ACE, Joe Landauer, Keith Fraase
  • Production Design | Jeremy Hindle