Daniel Lir and Bayou Bennett, AKA The Dream Team, are on a mission to uplift the world through cinematic, inspiring storytelling at the highest level. These two, over their 15 years collaborating, have won over 77 awards and worked with an unrivaled client list, including; Oscar nominees Michelle Pfeiffer, Mark Ruffalo, Juliette Lewis, Jane Fonda as well as brands and celebrities such as Coldplay, Chrome Hearts, Lindsey Stirling, John Legend and Norman Reedus.

Dream Team's drama, “Tombstone Pillow”, shot in a Manila cemetery where 6,000 families live received a flood of awards including Best Inspiring Film, Best Drama, Best Screenplay, Best Cinematography and Best Short Film. "Tombstone Pillow" was introduced in Italy at Ora Fest by one of their cinema heros, Oscar nominated actor, Edward Norton. They won Best Picture and Best Director for their empowering fashion film "Time is Eternal" at the prestigious La Jolla International Fashion Film Festival 2022. The film is a powerful ode to female historical change makers, Cleopatra Queen of Egypt and fierce feminine philosopher and women’s rights advocate, Mary Wollstonecraft.

Recently they won the Leonardo Award at the DaVinci International Film Festival for the documentary “Destination Angels” which also won Best Short Documentary at French Riviera Film Festival, Cannes. The film was co-produced with the Jack Kerouac Estate and narrated by Norman Reedus.Currently, they are promoting their environmental themed film “Connection” in film festivals across the world. This highly cinematic film shot on multiple continents empowers audiences to recognize the tremendous power they have to help Mother Earth through their daily actions and environmental decisions. 

We help brands achieve worldwide recognition through cinematic, inspirational storytelling. Dream Team Directors is a LA-based, but global-minded, production and directing team specializing in branded content, commercials, fashion and lifestyle pieces, documentaries, and films that marry stunning visuals with meaningful, impactful narratives. 

Dream Team's inspiring drama, “Tombstone Pillow”, shot in a Manila cemetery where 6,000 families live received a flood of awards including Best Inspiring Film, Best Drama, Best Screenplay, Best Cinematography and Best Short Film.  "Tombstone Pillow" was introduced in Italy by one of their cinema heros, Oscar nominated actor, Edward Norton. 

They won Best Picture and Best Director for their empowering fashion film "Time is Eternal" at the prestigious La Jolla International Fashion Film Festival 2022. 

Their latest film, “Connection,” explores the profound question: What impact can one person have on the future of Planet Earth? Shot on multiple continents, the film examines the interconnectedness of humanity and the global consequences of individual actions.

“Connection” has been recognized internationally, earning the Net Zero Award at Climates 2025, Best Message at Sarajevo Fashion Film Festival, Best Actress at Beyond Hollywood, and Best Environmental Film at NYCIFF.

Through their work, Bayou and Daniel continue to push the boundaries of cinematic storytelling, blending artistry, social impact, and unforgettable human stories.