01Narrative commercial / 2022David M. Gil

Sea of Dawn: Adventurer's Game

A character-led fantasy commercial built around performance, atmosphere, and a gradual invitation into another world.

Director and co-writer

Directing approach

The work leads with human behavior: precise comic timing, tactile production design, and a reveal that grows naturally from the scene rather than interrupting it.

Verified foundation

  • Directed and co-written by David M. Gil
  • Released in 2022
  • 44th Annual Telly Awards: Gold — Branded Content: Influencer & Celebrity; Bronze — Branded Content: Directing; Bronze — Branded Content: Commercials

Behind the work

Behind the scenes

A look at the production process behind Sea of Dawn and David's collaboration with Johnny Depp.