The latest work from Will Innes Smith for Fiat is a colorful road trip pop infused delight, featuring music star Jacob Collier.

Director Will Innes Smith explained the lengthy process for production: “Shot over two days in late May, ‘Here With You’ is a new film for Fiat featuring multi Grammy award winning artist Jacob Collier and the brand’s all new electric car the Fiat 500e. The film follows Jacob on a quick cut journey of inspiration - as he leaves the city in pursuit of fresh air and a healthy dose of head space - all set to Jacob’s re-interpretation of the classic Peggy Lee song “Here With You.”

The film takes both visual and tonal cues from the look and personality of the car; a vibrant colour palette of acid tone, intercutting mixed media formats and cinematic framing all combining to merge youthful energy with high production values. The film was often a challenging one; a mix of false starts (production and otherwise), tight deadlines, non existent British spring sunshine - often making it feel like the job could take the wrong turn at any moment.

But thanks to the tireless work of the crew - a special mention to Chris Clarke DOP - and resourcefulness of the production team - hat tip to Natalie Price at MilkMoney - it didn’t and we produced a film I’m enormously proud of.”

Credits

Agency : Universal Music / UMGB - Harry Adams and Emma Aucouturier

Production Company : Milk Money

Production : Roz Barnfield, Sam Farrance, Natalie Price, Poppy Davies

Director : Will Innes Smith

DOP : Chris Clarke

Music : “Here With You” Peggy Lee reversioned by Jacob Collier

Featured Talent : Jacob Collier

Art Director : Ranya El-Refaey

Stylist : Barbara Ayozie

Drone Pilots : Steve Peters / Mike Foyle

Editor : Colin Sumsion