Dream Team Directors

08/02/2025

So amazing being in NYC with it’s contagious artistic energy.

We are celebrating another great partnership of when Bayou and I collaborated with Virgin to show our fashion film “I Want you Bad”.

Check out this gem which premiered on Nylon Magazine starring Starring Melany Bennett (Louis Vuitton, Guess, Levis) and Musician/Artist Harley Prechtel-Cortez. Written and Directed by Daniel Lir and Bayou Bennett.

Watch the film at Dreamteamdirectors.com

08/01/2025

As I reflect on my birthday today, I can’t help but think about one of the most powerful influences in my life—Oscar-Winner Isaac Hayes. He wasn’t just my first client or my life mentor—he was someone whose music, spirit, and journey truly lifted me.

When I had the honor of working with him, it became so clear: Isaac wasn’t just an entertainer—he was a man of deep purpose. On his birthday, he gave back by raising money for a literacy charity and got all his friends to do the same. That moment has stayed with me ever since. He taught me that success means nothing unless you use it to uplift others.

So this week, when I had the chance to speak at Oscar qualifying at Regal Cinemas, I felt like I was walking in his footsteps—giving, connecting, and sharing with a beautifully empowered audience. Bayou and I left feeling inspired and full of gratitude.

Everything I’m doing now—from storytelling to speaking to giving back—is rooted in what Isaac showed me. On my birthday, that feels more important than ever.

Thank you, Isaac. You changed my life—and I’m trying every day to pay that forward. Thankyou for these stunning photos!!

07/31/2025

So amazing being in NYC with it’s contagious artistic energy.

We are celebrating another great partnership of when Bayou and I collaborated with Virgin to show our fashion film “I Want you Bad”.

Check out this gem which premiered on Nylon Magazine starring Starring Melany Bennett (Louis Vuitton, Guess, Levis) and Musician/Artist Harley Prechtel-Cortez. Written and Directed by Daniel Lir and Bayou Bennett.

Watch the film: https://tinyurl.com/5dyab649

07/22/2025

People often ask us: How do you do you balance it all as a couple, 80x award winning creatives, and being parents?

We’ll, here’s our secret:
🎬 When we’re working, we work.
❤️ When we’re romantic, we really show up for each other.
👶 And when it comes to being parents—our son adds joy and inspiration to our lives.

We’ve found that separating our roles (director, partner, parent) keeps things flowing. We schedule in creativity and date nights. We keep the fun alive while chasing our dreams.

It’s not always easy but nothing is unless you have a strategy and a purpose to win.

👉 Tip: Create structure for your passions and your relationship. Don’t wait for balance—build it.
You can have love, art, success, and a family that uplifts it all. We’re living proof. 💫

06/26/2025

While at Film School in NYC creating in the amazing and inspiring Village where every turn down another block gave birth to a new story, I started my first gig working at Adidas America.

My first very viral video happened and I felt that wild rush of excitement and was in awe of the award winning streak.

All these years later, I’m thrilled but now even more because I get to make films with my true love, now winning almost 80 awards together and combining entertainment plus a powerful social impact on society making the world better one project at a time.

So blessed to be a Filmmaker in love with my craft and my co-director

06/12/2025

Bayou Bennett and I are honored to receive the Net Zero Award for our film "Connection" starring the amazing Berite Labelle. This film was born out of a deep desire to inspire people across the globe to realize that small everyday choices can truly make a big impact on our planet.

From choosing a reusable stainless steel water bottle over single-use plastic, to turning off lights when they’re not in use, going solar, driving electric, planting trees or growing a garden — it all adds up. 🌱💡🚗

A heartfelt thank you to James and the incredible team at the Frome Climate Film Festival for recognizing our message and honoring us with this beautiful award — a stunning sculpture created by the talented Anthony Rogers.

Let’s keep creating, educating, and acting — together we can change the world. 🌎💚

06/10/2025

✨ Your Dream. Your Vision. Our Team.
At Dream Team Directors, we don’t just shoot—we collaborate, elevate, and bring your purpose to life.

Step behind the scenes of our latest cinematic journey featuring the inspiring and her beautiful family, filmed for the visionary team at —a sustainable architecture firm where intention meets design, and every frame tells a deeper story. 🌱🏡

We were so honored to receive this heartfelt feedback from our client:
💬 “Working with Dream Team Directors was an absolute game-changer for our project. From day one, they made us feel completely at ease and deeply understood our vision—then elevated it... Their passion, expertise, and attention to detail shine through in every frame.”

Whether you're building homes or changing the world, we’re here to help you turn your message into cinematic impact.

🎥 Directed by your favorite purpose-driven duo: Daniel Lir & Bayou Bennett
Co-Produced by
Cinematography by
Color by .in.a.hat
Drone by

04/26/2025

We are so grateful for more wins, nominations and selections!

04/26/2025

We are so grateful to collaborate with Algalita Marine Research and Education for Earth Week, one of the truly greatest non profits.

04/23/2025

So blessed by the incredible press, audience response and positive inspiration from our latest music video for Earth Day “Change” starring rising star artist Nova produced by Chris Garcia. Thankyou CIE Fashion Magazine!!

04/22/2025

BIG NEWS: Our Music Video “Change” Is Out Now – Just in Time for Earth Day!

We’re thrilled to announce the release of our moving new music video “Change” — live now and launching in honor of Earth Day! (link to video in comments)

Written, sung, and performed by 11-year-old prodigy , this project is a powerful call to action for the planet. Nova’s voice is the heartbeat of this movement — raw, honest, and full of hope.

We’ve joined forces with leading nonprofits , , and , innovative fashion brand , and Grammy-nominated producer (Dua Lipa, Adele) to amplify this message through music and visuals.

Let’s come together and inspire real change. One beat at a time.

Watch the full video now — link in bio.
Photo by .mdl

04/21/2025

Just in time for Earth Day — BIG NEWS!
Our music video “Change” was featured on KISS FM by our favorite radio voice, Andrew Caravella!

https://kiisfm.iheart.com/featured/la-local-news/content/2025-04-20-la-music-video-change-inspires-earth-day-action/

This powerful project brings together nonprofits, fashion designers, producer Chris Garcia (Dua Lipa, Adele) and 11-year-old prodigy Nova to spark real change through music and visuals.

Listen now & feel the energy of CHANGE:

Let’s build a better world, one beat at a time.

11-year-old music prodigy Nova releases “Change,” an Earth Day anthem filmed in Los Angeles. Directed by Dream Team Directors, the video blends music, activism, and sustainable fashion to inspire youth to protect the planet.