California native Hank Friedmann is an accomplished director of music videos, and editor of commercials and the television show Comedy Bang! Bang!. An alumnus of UCLA, Friedmann received a degree in Russian Studies, melding an international sensibility into his work. Collaborating with Annapurna Pictures, Funny or Die, Interscope, Microsoft, Universal, Ford, History Channel, American Idol, and IFC, Friedmann has developed a range of skills that give him a unique perspective into the storytelling process. His passion for practical effects and a hand-made aesthetic give Friedmann's work a quality that stands out. With Black Sugar, Friedmann combines an indie, handheld style with the monstrous elements of supernatural horror, creating a world that is uniquely terrifying.