PASSION. ART. STORY.
WHO WE ARE
Crux Jinx is one of San Francisco’s leading independent film companies. We’ve been making award-winning films for more than a decade, including “Flip the Switch”, which won awards in several countries. Crux Jinx has worked with global corporations and NGOs like Barilla, Hogan Lovells, Salesforce, and Barefoot College.
“WHAT’S A CRUX JINX?”
We often find ourselves in life at a crux, where we feel jinxed by the situation and not happy about our choices. The decision we make from that feeling, at that moment, defines us. Crux Jinx is the point from which we truly define ourselves. Dave’s best friend growing up in Illinois, Jamie Perry, was the first to believe in his dream to be a filmmaker. Together they started filming a documentary called “Dreaming in Mid-America”, about the big and small dreams that people in the Midwest have… a few months later, he died from a brain tumor. Crux Jinx is named that to honor Jamie and his belief in Dave’s dream, which is now a reality.
meet the team
DAVE MOUTRAY
Dave Moutray is an award-winning film director and born storyteller who harbors a deep-seated passion for telling stories of social impact and change. Hailing from the heart of the Midwest, he found his filmmaking dreams realized in the creative hub of the Bay Area. Armed with an M.A. in English and an M.F.A. in Screenwriting, he strives to paint vivid narratives on the cinematic canvas.
At the helm of his venture, Crux Jinx Productions, and as a co-founder of the Bay Area Film Mixer, Dave doesn’t just create films; he cultivates a thriving community of film professionals. These platforms have not only enriched the local film industry but also fostered a network where creativity is celebrated and collaborations are ignited. In 2023, Dave was honored as a Jefferson Award recipient for his work with Bay Area Film Mixer.
Dave Moutray’s filmography stands as a striking testament to his exceptional talent. From winning Best Feature Film at the Noor Film Festival with “Losing Her,” to securing Best Screenplay for his short film “Nobody’s Laughing” at the Epidemic Film Festival, Moutray’s narrative artistry is evident. His feature script, “The Kidnapper,” has claimed a spot within the top 2% on Coverfly and earned recognition from the Blacklist, while his series spec, “Light Walker,” placed Top Ten with Roadmap Writers in 2022. Additionally, his socially conscious documentary “Flip the Switch,” premiered at BAFTA in London in 2019, illuminating his dedication to impactful storytelling that addresses significant societal issues.
MARCUS BRUNO
JOSH RICKERT
MARCUS BRUNO
JOSH RICKERT
WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Deep ties to the Bay Area film community
Crux Jinx Productions is a proud sponsor of the Bay Area Film Mixer (BAFM), a quarterly event dedicated to fostering a vibrant and connected filmmaking community in the San Francisco Bay Area. Co-founded in 2011 by our founder Dave Moutray, who has been honored with the Jefferson Award for his exceptional work in community building through the Bay Area Film Mixer, this event aligns perfectly with our mission to uplift and support local talent.
The Bay Area Film Mixer aims to create a tighter network of filmmakers by providing opportunities to mingle and collaborate off set, helping to retain and nurture talent within the region. Our sponsorship underscores our commitment to empowering the Bay Area film community, ensuring that these filmmakers have the support and connections they need to thrive and succeed.
Join us at the next Bay Area Film Mixer and be a part of this dynamic and supportive network. Together, we can continue to build a strong, united, and thriving film community in the Bay Area.
Background photo © Michael J. Astrauskas Photography. Used with permission.