Derin Seale of Finch directed this spot which stops a devastating car accident just prior to impact, allowing both drivers to get out of the car and discuss what happened only to come to the sad realization that it’s too late to avert disaster. Agency is Clemenger BBDO, Wellington, NZ.
Wells Fargo, BBDO New York, Director Taika Waititi Journey To Paris With Reese Witherspoon
Wells Fargo has rolled out the new iteration of its partnership with Academy Award-winning actress and producer Reese Witherspoon, this time taking audiences to Paris, the City of Light.
Directed by Taika Waititi via production company Hungry Man and created in partnership with BBDO New York, this :30 captures Witherspoon discovering Paris through fresh eyes, thanks to the benefits of the Autograph Journey credit card. From exploring iconic landmarks to dining at charming local cafés, the spot celebrates the magic of experiencing a beloved destination in an entirely new way--an extension of the campaign’s core message about rediscovering travel.
This latest creative follows the London-based debut ad with Witherspoon that launched last fall and continues the campaign’s travel-led storytelling, using iconic global cities as backdrops to bring the credit card’s rewards to life.
Greg Ketchum, executive creative director, BBDO New York, said, “Reese represents something we all recognize--the way work can turn travel into a blur. You’re moving from one place to the next without really being in any of them. With the Autograph Journey Card, the idea is to shift that perspective. It gives her--and all of us--a reason to slow down, rediscover the moment, and experience a place like it’s the first time.”
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