James Lopez
James Lopez | |
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Lopez in 2018 | |
| Born | 1968 (age 57–58) |
| Education | Sam Houston State University (BS) |
| Occupations | Film producer and executive |
| Years active | 2000–present |
| Known for | Filmography |
James Lopez (born 1968) is an American producer, film executive, and former music executive. He is the president of Macro Film Studios since 2021, and has received nominations for two Black Reel Awards and one Film Independent Spirit Award. He is a member of the executive branch of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.[1]
Career
Lopez began in entertainment as a music executive before transitioning into film. In 2000, Lopez started as senior vice president of marketing at Atlantic Records. At Atlantic, he oversaw marketing campaigns for various multi-platinum artists, including T.I. and Sean Paul. He also oversaw soundtracks for films including Hustle & Flow (2005) and Avatar (2009).[2] His work in soundtracks and music videos would influence a move into the film industry.[3]
After Atlantic, Lopez moved to become a senior vice president of production at Screen Gems,[3] a label of Sony Pictures Entertainment. In 2015, he left Screen Gems to become a producer and head of motion pictures at Will Packer Productions.[4] In 2021, Lopez became the president of Macro Film Studios, and oversees development, production, and distribution of their slate.[5]
Lopez has worked as a producer for a variety of films, including What Men Want (2019), Little (2019), The Photograph (2020), Beast (2022), and One of Them Days (2025). He has also worked as an executive producer on films including Girls Trip (2017), Night School (2018), They Cloned Tyrone (2023), and Freaky Tales (2024).
Personal life
Lopez is an alumnus of Sam Houston State University.
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Credit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Think Like a Man | Executive in charge of production | |
| 2013 | Battle of The Year | Executive in charge of production | |
| 2014 | Think Like a Man Too | Executive in charge of production | |
| About Last Night | Executive in charge of production | ||
| #AmeriCan | Producer | Short | |
| 2015 | The Wedding Ringer | Executive in charge of production | |
| The Perfect Guy | Executive in charge of production | ||
| 2016 | When The Bough Breaks | Executive in charge of production | |
| Almost Christmas | Executive Producer | ||
| 2017 | Girls Trip | Executive Producer | |
| 2018 | Breaking In | Producer | |
| Night School | Executive Producer | ||
| 2019 | What Men Want | Producer (p.g.a)[a] | |
| Little | Producer (p.g.a)[a] | ||
| Jacob's Ladder | Executive Producer | ||
| 2020 | The Photograph | Producer (p.g.a)[a] | |
| 2022 | Beast | Producer (p.g.a)[a] | |
| 2023 | Young. Wild. Free. | Producer | |
| Praise This | Producer | Television Film | |
| They Cloned Tyrone | Executive Producer | ||
| Oracle | Producer | ||
| 2024 | Freaky Tales | Executive Producer | |
| 2025 | One of Them Days | Producer (p.g.a)[a] | |
| Wizkid: Long Live Lagos | Executive Producer | Documentary | |
| Eternal Return | Producer | Upcoming Release | |
| 2026 | Rock Springs | Producer | Festivals |
Upcoming
| Year | Title | Credit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| TBD | Samo Lives | Producer | Post-production |
| Don't Ever Wonder | Producer | Production | |
| One of Them Days 2 | Producer | Pre-production[6] |
Selected Discography
Albums
As Music Executive
| Year | Album | Artist | Certification |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Da Baddest Bitch | Trina | Gold[7] |
| 2001 | Jealous Ones Still Envy (J.O.S.E.) | Fat Joe | Platinum[8] |
| Born to Do It | Craig David | Platinum[9] | |
| Thugs Are Us | Trick Daddy | Platinum[10] | |
| 2002 | Watermelon, Chicken & Gritz | Nappy Roots | Platinum[11] |
| Loyalty | Fat Joe | Gold[8] | |
| Diamond Princess | Trina | ||
| Dutty Rock | Sean Paul | 3x Platinum[12] | |
| Thug Holiday | Trick Daddy | Gold[10] | |
| 2003 | Trap Muzik | T.I. | Platinum[13] |
| Wooden Leather | Nappy Roots | ||
| 2004 | Kamikaze | Twista | 2x Platinum[14] |
| Urban Legend | T.I. | 2x Platinum[13] | |
| Thug Matrimony: Married to the Streets | Trick Daddy | Platinum[10] | |
| Real Talk | Fabolous | Gold[15] | |
| 2005 | The Minstrel Show | Little Brother | |
| I Gotta Make It | Trey Songz | ||
| 2006 | King | T.I. | 2x Platinum[13] |
| 2007 | T.I. vs. T.I.P. | T.I. | Platinum[13] |
| 2008 | Paper Trail | T.I. | 4x Platinum[13] |
Film Soundtracks and Albums
As Music Executive
| Year | Movie | Artist |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Hustle & Flow | Various |
| 2007 | Daddy's Little Girls | Various |
| P.S. I Love You | Various | |
| 2008 | Nick & Norah's Infinite Playlist | Various |
| 2009 | Avatar | Jack Horner |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Production | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Black Reel Awards | Outstanding TV Movie or Limited Series | Praise This | Nominated[16] |
| 2026 | Outstanding Film | One of Them Days | Nominated[17] | |
| 2026 | Independent Spirit Awards | Best First Feature | One of Them Days | Nominated[18] |
Notes
- a.^ ^ ^ ^ ^ The PGA mark, introduced in 2012, certifies that a listed producer has performed a major portion of the producing duties on a motion picture, marking eligibility for some awards nominations in the role of producer.
References
- ^ Stedman, Alex. "Academy Invites 683 New Members in Push for More Diversity". Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Archived from the original on July 6, 2019. Retrieved February 12, 2026.
- ^ "Careers in Film Summit 2016 Biographies". Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Archived from the original on November 24, 2025. Retrieved February 12, 2026.
- ^ a b Green, Chris (May 2021). "James Lopez". Produced By. Los Angeles, CA: Producers Guild of America. pp. 28–35. Retrieved February 19, 2026.
- ^ Fleming, Mike. "James Lopez Moves From Screen Gems To Will Packer's Universal-Based Shingle". Deadline. Archived from the original on August 9, 2022. Retrieved February 12, 2026.
- ^ Jackson, Angelique. "Veteran Producer James F. Lopez Named President of Macro Film Studios". Variety. Archived from the original on October 5, 2022. Retrieved February 12, 2026.
- ^ Jackson, Angelique. "'One of Them Days' Sequel With Keke Palmer and SZA in the Works at TriStar". Variety. Retrieved February 12, 2026.
{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ "American certifications – Trina". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved February 18, 2026.
- ^ a b "Gold & Platinum: Fat Joe". Recording Industry Association of America. Archived from the original on February 25, 2013. Retrieved February 18, 2026.
- ^ "Gold & Platinum: Craig David". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved February 18, 2026.
- ^ a b c "Gold & Platinum: Trick Daddy". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved February 18, 2026.
- ^ "Gold & Platinum: Nappy Roots". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved February 18, 2026.
- ^ "Gold & Platinum: Sean Paul". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved February 18, 2026.
- ^ a b c d e "Gold & Platinum: T.I." Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved February 18, 2026.
- ^ "Gold & Platinum: Twista". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved February 18, 2026.
- ^ "Gold & Platinum: Fabolous". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved February 18, 2026.
- ^ "Black Reel 7th Annual Television Awards Featuring Gender Neutral Categories Announces Nominations". Deadline. Archived from the original on February 21, 2026. Retrieved February 12, 2026.
- ^ "26th Annual Black Reel Awards". Black Reel Awards. Archived from the original on January 22, 2026. Retrieved February 16, 2026.
- ^ "2026 Spirit Awards: Best First Feature". Film Independent. Archived from the original on January 28, 2026. Retrieved February 16, 2026.
External links
- James Lopez at IMDb