Inspiration can come from anywhere when you’re with Amex. For Lin-Manuel Miranda, it’s the sounds of Puerto Rico that inspire what’s next. “The Rhythm of the Island” was created by Dentsu, produced by Young Collective, and directed by Luis Gerard (represented in both the general and Hispanic markets by bespoke NY-based production company Easy Mondays).
Music house was Human, with sound design from Bill Chesley of Henryboy, the shop which he founded with EP Kate Gibson.
Client American Express Agency Dentsu Julie Sceizo, EVP, global executive creative director; Jessica Terlizzi, creative director/art; David Black, creative director/copy; Celia Everett, executive producer; Serena Bove, integrated producer; Stephen Stallings, executive music producer. Production Company Young Collective Luis Gerard, director; Itzie Molini, exec producer; Joel Perez, managing director; Luis Valderrama, producer; Adrienne Franciscus, Javier Sola, production supervisors. Editorial PS260 Maury Loeb, editor; Erica Verga, assistant; Evann Payne, head of production; Zarina Mak, managing partner. Color Company 3 Tim Masick, colorist; Ryan Moncrief, producer. Music Human James Dean Wells, exec producer; James Bloch, production coordinator. Sound Design Henryboy Bill Chesley, owner/sound designer; Kate Gibson, owner/exec producer. Audio Post Human Sloan Alexander, mixer; Rob Suchecki, post producer. Record Sonic Union Michael Marinelli, recording engineer; Graham Carpenter, audio post assistant; Patrick Sullivan, audio post producer.
As the world’s largest WishMaker, Disney grants a wish every hour of every day, and this special week spotlights nearly 200 signature wish experiences. Disney Week of Wishes kicked off ON Monday (4/2) off with the debut of "Drawn to You," a brand spot directed by Emmy®‑nominated filmmaker Goh Iromoto via production company PRETTYBIRD for agency Fallon.
The spot is inspired by true stories and the Make-A-Wish official Wish Discovery Phase that uses conversation, play and art to help children express their heartfelt wish. From dancing with Stitch, to winning the Piston Cup alongside Lightning McQueen, to having a playdate with Mickey Mouse at Disneyland, this piece explores not just how a wish comes true, but how it comes to be — from imagination to reality. "Drawn to You" premiered on ABC’s Good Morning America. The broadcast also highlighted a wish granted to EJ, whose wish helped inspire the brand spot. EJ is a 16‑year‑old liver transplant recipient who has been drawing since age seven. His wish was to experience a “day in the life” of a Disney animator, a dream fulfilled this month at Walt Disney Animation Studios, where he got the chance to draw alongside renowned animator and incoming Disney Legend Eric Goldberg.
“When a child falls in love with a Disney story, that connection can become a source of comfort, creativity, and hope,” said Joanna Balikian, SVP, brand management, The Walt Disney Company. “'Drawn to You' was created to capture that journey of how fandom sparks imagination, and how that imagination often becomes the heart of a wish. It’s a powerful reminder that every wish begins with something deeply personal, and we’re honored to help bring those moments to life.”
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