Hunters ‘Abafostayo Winter’ (Director’s Cut)

Hunters ‘Abafostayo Winter’ (Director’s Cut)
Giant Films | Thina Zibi

BEST IN CRAFT (DIRECTION)
Awarded by Steph van Niekerk

CRAFT MENTION (DIRECTION)
Awarded by Anton Visser

Judges comment: ‘It’s been wonderful to watch Thina’s growth as a director over the years and I think her latest spot for Hunter’s is worthy to be called ‘Best in Craft’. The casting and performances are excellent – smart, considered and never veering off into slap stick although it would have been quite easy to do so. Loved the ridiculous comedic touches (like the crying goldfish) which help land the comic beats. But what makes it my pick is that in essence this is a promo ad, but so much love went into it that it feels like much more.’ – IDIDTHAT Guest Judge: Steph van Niekerk, ECD at TBWA Hunt Lascaris

Judges comment: ‘I have a soft spot for this kind of comedy! I love the universe of the spot, the writing, the characters, performance, editing, production design and all the small little touches. But that stuff only hangs together when you have a clear vision. Well done to Thina – she has a strong, clear comedy voice.’ – IDIDTHAT Guest Judge: Anton Visser, Director at Patriot Films

ABOUT THE WORK
This winter don’t hibernate, Be like uSiv iSterring se Winter (The Champion of Winter) and elevate. From wrestling champ to forex mogul to creating the most tear-jerking song ever uSiv has done it all.

CREDITS
Brand: Hunters
Business Director: Brett David / Michelle Jardim
Account Manager: Matthew Cryer/ Neo Mojanaga
Client Service Director: Jacqui Howard Tripp

Advertising Agency: Grey South Africa
Executive Creative Director: Glenn Jeffery
Creative Director: David Mthembu
Art Director: Lerole Phakoa and Vee Motigoa
Copywriter: Tebogo Jonas and Maxinne Mboweni
Producer: Emma Hurley

Production Company: Giant Films
Director: Thina Zibi
Executive Producer: Emma Lundy, Cindy Gabriel
Producer: Nick Voortman
Production Manager: Kelly Ryan
Production Coordinator: Tshego Moeketsane
Post Superviser: Christian van der Walt

DOP: Willie Nel
1st AD: Travis Nel
Key Grip: Thomas Wahl
Gaffer: Andre Beumer
Art Director: Lauren Wilensky
Packs Specialist: Laurika Venter
Wardrobe: Rozanne Whyte
Hair & Make-up: Tshepiso Sithole
Unit & Location Manager: Douglas Machogo

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