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Persil 'Breakdancing Girl'

Breakdancing prodigy B Girl Terra busts a move in David's latest ad for Persil.

The UK born star, who recently performed at Glastonbury festival, is seen dancing outside in a playground and getting dirty in the process.

'Breakdancing Girl' was directed by Nadia at Academy Films and runs as part of Persil's 'Dirt Is Good' campaign.

Campaign:: Persil - Breakdancing Girl
Director:: Nadia
Producer:: Mark Whittow-Williams @ Academy
Agency Creatives:: Adam Sears & Ben Evans @ DLKW Lowe

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Cannes Success

This year's Cannes Lions spelled success...

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This year's Cannes Lions spelled success for several campaigns worked on here at The Assembly Rooms.

Amonst those awarded were Viktoria Modesta's 'Prototype', which won Silver in the 'Branded Content & Enterntainment' category, SSE 'Maya' which won Bronze & Silver in Animation and Visual Effects respectively, along with Mumsnet 'Elliemae' which won Bronze in the 'Film/Public Awareness Messages' category.

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Everyone's Going To Die

Everyone's Going To Die in cinemas...

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Critically acclaimed independent feature, Everyone's Going To Die, which David cut alongside directors JONES, is released in UK cinemas today.

EGTD is a story about coming home, getting by and the redemptive power of realising you aren't alone.

Click here to watch the trailer on David's film reel and here to find out where you can catch a screening.

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Pepsi 'Friend Finder'

Joe's latest for Pepsi dreams up a perfect solution...

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Joe's latest for Pepsi dreams up a perfect solution to finding your friends when lost at a festival.

'Friend Finder' was directed by M.O.D and is part of Pepsi's 'What If' campaign.

Campaign:: Pepsi Max - Friend Finder
Director:: M.O.D
Producer:: Ben Porter @ RSA Films
Agency Creatives:: Nicholas Hulley & Nadja Lossgott
Agency Producer:: Emily Rohan @ AMV BBDO

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Cadbury 'Puddles'

The life of a stuffed toy can be full of hardship...especially when strapped to the front of an long-haul lorry...

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The life of a stuffed toy can be full of hardship...especially when strapped to the front of an long-haul lorry.

It is amazing, though, what a bit of sunshine can do for the mood! Cadbury 'Puddles' was cut by Sam and directed by Us at Academy Films.

Campaign:: Cadbury - Puddles
Director:: Us
Producer:: Lucy Gossage @ Academy
Agency Creatives:: Adam Griffin & Rob Spicer @ Fallon

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Will Young 'Thank You'

'Thank You' is the latest single from Will Young's sixth studio album...

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'Thank You' is the latest single from Will Young's sixth studio album, '85% proof'.

Set within the steamy interior of London's Porchester Baths, we see Will moving through crowds of choreographed bathers.

'Thank You' was cut by David and directed by Nick Bartleet.

Campaign:

Will Young - Thank You

Director:

Nick Bartleet

Producer:

Phoebe Lloyd @ Kode Media

Executive Producer: Nathan Killham @ Kode Media

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Fairy 'Learning to Hug'

Launched ahead of Father's Day is Nik's new film for Fairy...

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Launched ahead of Father's Day is Nik's new film for Fairy Non-Bio directed by Amanda Blue at Tantrum.

'Learning To Hug' illustrates how easy it is to lose the natural physical bond with our children as they grow older.

The real-life story of Stephen and his son Ben, serves as a reminder of how important a simple hug can be.

#NeverStopHugging

Campaign:: Fairy Non Bio – Learning to Hug
Director:: Amanda Blue
Producer:: Stuart Wrigglesworth @ Tantrum
Agency Creatives:: Nick Bygraves @ Holler
Agency Producer:: Emma Clapton @ Holler

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McCoys 'Go Bold'

McCoys latest campaign urges men to break the rules...

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McCoys latest campaign urges men to rip up the rulebook on masculinity and unleash their inner popstar.

'Go Bold' was cut by David, shot by director-duo JONES and features a particularly impassioned performance of Ella Henderson's chart topping track 'Ghost'.

Campaign:: McCoy's - Power Ballad
Director:: Jones
Producer:: Mel Nwanguma @ Outsider
Agency Creatives:: Michael Tsim & Rachel Miles @ BMB
Agency Producer:: Catharine Griffiths @ BMB

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Sony Action Cam 'Iris'

David's documentary film...

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David's documentary film for Sony's 'Action Cam' follows the daily goings-on of Iris, an autistic young girl with a very special talent.

'Iris' was directed by Wilkins and Maguire at Stink.

Campaign:: Sony Action Cam - Iris
Director:: Wilkins & Maguire
Producer:: Lauren Jacobs @ Stink

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Mumsnet '999 For Kids'

Sam's film for Mumsnet...

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Sam's film for Mumsnet, directed by Frederic Planchon through Academy Films, is a moving recount of a genuine emergency call made by a young child.

Using real home footage of the concerned family, '999 For Kids' urges parents to teach their children an important skill - dialling 999.

Campaign:: Mumsnet - 999 For Kids
Director:: Frederic Planchon
Producer:: Lucy Gossage @ Academy

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HSBC 'House Warming'

Moving home can be stressful and demanding...

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Moving home can be stressful and demanding. Many of us rely on assistance from friends and family.

Sam's latest for HSBC paints a picture of this process, reminding us why a support network can be so important.

Campaign:: HSBC - House Warming
Director:: Tony Barry
Producer:: Sara Cummins @ Biscuit
Agency Creatives:: Ian Edwards & Steve McCallum @ JWT
Agency Producer:: Doug Wade @ JWT

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Bombardier

Celebrate St George's Day with Bombardier...

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Celebrate St George’s day with some good old fashioned English silliness care of Bombardier's new ad that Joe cut for director Cris Mudge. Produced by Gwilym Gwillim at Kream with creative by Sam Cartmell this sets Bombardier in a new direction and features the always excellent comic talents of Bob Mortimer. Cheers!!

Campaign:

Bombardier - Burning Gold

Director:

Cris Mudge

Producer:

Gwilym Gwillim @ Kream

Agency Creatives:

Sam Cartmell @ Karmarama

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AnOther MOVEment

Ruth’s dance piece for director Jacob Sutton & AnOther is now released...

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Ruth’s latest film for director Jacob Sutton celebrates a collaboration of fashion and dance featuring fast paced dance duo AyaBambi, dressed by acclaimed designer Chalayan.

The film is released by AnOther as part of their MOVEment project with Sadler's Wells.

Campaign:: AnOther Magazine - MOVEment
Director:: Jacob Sutton
Producer:: Laura Holmes & Pia Ebrill @ Laura Holmes Production Ltd
Agency Producer:: AnOther Magazine

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Recognition at British Arrows

This year's British Arrow awards saw success for films cut by two of our editors...

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This year's British Arrow Awards saw success for films cut by two of our editors, Matt Chodan and David Stevens.

Matt's Oral B Toothpaste 'Merry Bleeping Christmas' won a Silver Arrow in the Household Soaps, Detergents and Toiletries category.

David's Sunday Times 'Icons' nabbed a Gold Arrow in the Newspapers, Magazines and Music Category and a Silver Arrow for Best Over 30 And Up To 60 Second TV Commercial

Campaign:

Oral B - Christmas

Director:

Stephen Pipe

Producer:

Clare Smith @ Tantrum

Executive Producer: Stuart Wrigglesworth @ Tantrum

Agency Producer:

Victoria Murphy @ Publicis

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Creative Circle Success

This year's Creative Circle Awards...

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This year's Creative Circle Awards saw success for a variety of films cut at The Assembly Rooms.

SSE 'Maya', The Sunday Times 'Icons' and The Prince's Trust 'Personal Statement' all bagged themselves awards.

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Department for Transport 'Drug Driving'

A stern warning is issued to those driving under the influence...

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A stern warning is issued to those driving under the influence of drugs in Sam's latest ad for the Department For Transport.

The film, directed by Frederic Planchon and cut by Sam, informs us of the recent changes in legislation designed to clamp down on drug drivers.

Campaign:: DFT - Drug Driving
Director:: Frederic Planchon
Producer:: Medb Riordan @ Academy

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Dove 'A Mother's Body'

Kat & Nik's new film for Dove, directed by Amanda Blue...

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Kat & Nik's film for Dove, directed by Amanda Blue through Tantrum, gets it's UK release this weekend in celebration of Mother's Day 2015.

Featuring the words of English poet Hollie McNish, the commercial reflects upon the true beauty of a mother's body, building upon the success of Dove's 'Real Beauty' campaign.

Campaign:: Dove - A Mother's Body
Director:: Amanda Blue
Producer:: Stuart Wrigglesworth & Will Waters @ Tantrum
Agency Creatives:: Andre Laurentino & Christine Jones @ Ogilvy London
Agency Producer:: Maggie Blundell @ Ogilvy London

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Take That 'Let In The Sun'

'Let In The Sun', the second single from Take That's latest album III...

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'Let In The Sun', the second single from Take That's latest album 'III', hits the airwaves on 2nd March.

Ruth edited their blazing performance piece, directed by Mike Sharpe and shot in a huge soundstage.

Campaign:: Take That - Let In The Sun
Director:: Mike Sharpe
Producer:: Joe Binks

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The Prince's Trust 'Learning The Hard Way'

Sam's latest piece of work for The Prince's Trust...

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Sam's latest piece of work for The Prince's Trust, directed by Seb Edwards at Academy, reminds us of the charity's important work in improving the lives and prospects of disadvantaged young people.

Campaign:

Prince's Trust - Personal Statement

Director:

Seb Edwards

Producer:

Executive Producer: Liizie Gower @ Academy Films

Producer: Dominic Thomas @ Academy Films

Agency Creatives:

Will Cottam & James Crosby @ Chi & Partners

Agency Producer:

David Jones @ Chi & Partners

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Armani 'Acqua Di Gio'

Jason Morgan stars in Ruth's latest film for Armani's fragrance for men...

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Jason Morgan stars in Ruth's latest film for Armani's fragrance for men, 'Acqua Di Gio'.

'Acqua Di Gio' was shot in Sardinia and directed by Jacob Sutton.

Campaign:: Armani - Acqua di Gio
Director:: Jacob Sutton
Producer:: Laura Holmes @ Laura Holmes Production Ltd

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Wolf Hall Trailer

BBC's Wolf Hall, an adaptation of Hilary Mantel's acclaimed historical novel...

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BBC's Wolf Hall, an adaptation of Hilary Mantel's acclaimed historical novel, chronicles the rise of Thomas Cromwell to Henry VIII's chief minister.

Joe cut this trailer, directed by Max Wright, for the launch of the series.

Campaign:: Wolf Hall Trailer
Director:: Max Wright
Producer:: Edel Erickson @ Red Bee Media

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Seafret 'Oceans'

Ruth's promo for Seafret, directed by newly-signed Stink director Jonathan Entwistle...

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Ruth's promo for Seafret, directed by newly-signed Stink director Jonathan Entwistle, is out now.

'Oceans' stars upcoming British actress Maisie Williams (of Game of Thrones fame) in a tale of superpower discovery.

Campaign:: Seafret - Oceans
Director:: Jonathan Entwistle
Producer:: Dobrina Manolova

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'Quadrophenia Live in London' wins DEG Award

The Who's concert video of 'Quadrophenia Live in London'...

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The Who's concert video of 'Quadrophenia Live in London' has won itself a DEG (Digitial Entertainment Group) award in the category of 'Concert Video on Blu-Ray'.

This performance of the bands iconic record was edited by Nik and directed by Chris Rule, one half of director duo Conkerco at Academy Films.

Campaign:: The Who - Trailer
Director:: Chris Rule
Producer:: Liz Kessler @ Academy+

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KFC's Football Fans

Nik's just finished this charming spot directed by Peter Cattaneo for KFC...

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Nik's just finished this charming spot directed by Peter Cattaneo for KFC through BBH.

Two boys set out to watch a local football derby, each accompanied by one of their parents. They sit in opposing sides of the stadium cheering their teams on...

Peter Cattaneo has achieved an beautifully authentic vision of grass roots football by shooting during a real Stirling Albion v Dunfermline Athletic match. The two boys were street cast from the local supporters.

Campaign:: KFC - Fans
Director:: Peter Cattaneo
Producer:: Juliette Harris @ Academy
Agency Creatives:: Hamish Pinnell @ BBH
Agency Producer:: Jodie Sibson @ BBH