Via this series of mini-documentaries created by BBDO New York and produced by BBDO Studios, we are introduced to various people in the Dunkin Donuts’ family. In this particular installment of "Dunkin' Docs," we “Meet Amberlynn,” who worked at a Dunkin’ and decided to paint portraits of regular customers. In meeting her in this doc., she in turn introduces us to Tom and Linda, Dunkin’ regulars with whom Amberlynn developed a daily rapport.
Amberlynn presents her portraits to Tom and Linda, and we see the feelings that have developed over time. Amberlynn explains that she doesn’t think anybody is ordinary and that each individual is the lead to his or her own story–and “that’s beautiful,” she affirmed.
Lawrence Chen directed “Meet Amberlynn” via BBDO Studios.
CreditsClient Dunkin’ Agency BBDO New York David Lubars, chief creative officer, worldwide; Greg Hahn, chief creative officer, NY; David Rolfe, EVP, director of integrated production; Doug Fallon, Steven Fogel, executive creative directors; Lucas Owens, Sei-Rey Ho, associate creative directors; Bree Feibischoff, copywriter; Chris Kim, art director; Dan Blaney, VP, executive producer; Darbi Fretwell, Katie Greene, producers. Production BBDO Studios Michael Gentile, director of BBDO Studios; Lawrence Chen, director; John Hsu, producer. Editorial Work Editorial Adam Witten, editor; Erica Thompson, exec producer.
Top Spot of the Week: EHRAC, Animation Studio NOMINT Depict Life “In Limbo” As Families Search For Loved Ones
This animated film titled In Limbo depicts the journey of a heroic woman protagonist representing the countless families in the North Caucasus of Eastern Europe (where Chechnya is situated) searching for their forcibly disappeared loved ones. Utilizing theatrical elements, the film highlights the unnatural disruption caused by enforced disappearances and delves into the profound trauma these families endure. It emphasizes their long battles with the domestic authorities as they seek answers. The film also underscores the vital role of community support in helping these families cope and continue their fight for answers, serving as a compelling call to action for justice and human rights.
Through intimate storytelling, In Limbo raises awareness of the ongoing uncertainty that leaves families in a perpetual state of limbo, unable to find closure.
Directed by Afterman--the animation duo consisting of Tsvetelina Zdraveva and Jerred North--and created and produced by London-based animation studio NOMINT, In Limbo was commissioned by the European Human Rights Advocacy Centre (EHRAC).
In a joint statement, Zdraveva and North shared, “Our film takes place on a theater stage, highlighting how such tragedies are far removed from ordinary life,” they continued. “The stage is circular, resembling an artificial, perpetually spinning obstacle course, with a target—the red tail lights—just within sight yet never within reach, symbolizing the family’s never-ending quest for justice.”
“We used a limited primary color palette to contrast the two worlds all families are pulled between. Minimalist compositions of starkly silhouetted characters and environments create the ominous atmosphere of a deeply painful and... Read More