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Colonel Kernel on an epic mission!

In the heart of the wild jungle, a brave battalion of popcorn, led by the legendary Colonel Kernel, embarked on a top-secret mission. Armed with courage, they ventured into the unknown, expecting hardship and heroism in their travails through the dense foliage.

In the ongoing campaign for Scotia Cineplex, Milford continued on the successful path making adventures with a twist, featuring these fearless popcorns. This time the narratives took place in a jungle and on a beach that turned out to be something else.

Our challenge was to create a tonality in the scenes and acting that gave the impression you were witnessing a scene in an action movie. If we succeeded in this, the contrast would be greater when reality unfolded, and our storytelling would become more dynamic, allowing room for laughter at the realization that reality is not always what it seems to be.

In fact, it is not easy feat to match the level of acting displayed by the iconic action heroes we see on the silver screen. Especially when our action heroes are popcorn, confined by their attributes. Or is it?

Campaign

Agency Bensinmon Byrne and directors againstallodds created stories to promote the loyalty rewards program “Scene”, by Scotiabank and Cineplex Entertainment.

For the Milford studio it has been a blast animating the characters’ different personalities based on voice acting.Agency Bensinmon Byrne and directors againstallodds created stories to promote the loyalty rewards program “Scene”, by Scotiabank and Cineplex Entertainment.

For the Milford studio it has been a blast animating the characters’ different personalities based on voice acting.

Colonel Kernel on an epic mission!


In the heart of the wild jungle, a brave battalion of popcorn, led by the legendary Colonel Kernel, embarked on a top-secret mission. Armed with courage, they ventured into the unknown, expecting hardship and heroism in their travails through the dense foliage.

In the ongoing campaign for Scotia Cineplex, Milford continued on the successful path making adventures with a twist, featuring these fearless popcorns. This time the narratives took place in a jungle and on a beach that turned out to be something else.

Our challenge was to create a tonality in the scenes and acting that gave the impression you were witnessing a scene in an action movie. If we succeeded in this, the contrast would be greater when reality unfolded, and our storytelling would become more dynamic, allowing room for laughter at the realization that reality is not always what it seems to be.

In fact, it is no easy feat to match the level of acting displayed by the iconic action heroes we see on the silver screen. Especially when our action heroes are popcorn, confined by their attributes. Or is it?

SandCastle

Our popcorn heroes find themselves on a wild mission while enjoying a much-deserved vacation in a sandcastle.

Client
Agency
Production Co.
Director
Animation and CG 

Scotiabank
Rethink Toronto
againstallodds
againstallodds
Milford Animation Studios

Uncharted Territory

Embark on an extraordinary adventure into a mysterious tropical rainforest with our fearless crew of popcorn led by the commanding Colonel.

Client
Agency
Production Co.
Director
Animation and CG 

Scotiabank
Rethink Toronto
againstallodds
againstallodds
Milford Animation Studios

Campaign

For 10 years Milford has been telling stories with Kernel Colonel and his fearless gang.

Already from the beginning of the campaign, the idea was to transform popcorn into larger-than-life heroes who would act and speak like real action heroes. Since regular popcorns have limitations in expressing themselves and we couldn't find any popcorns that had appeared in action movies, we had to rely on our imagination to create these hilariously corny characters.

Drawing upon our expertise in the realm of character animation, we dug into the world of popcorn personification, infusing these kernels with vibrant personalities and genuine emotions that rival even the most seasoned actors. Our secret ingredient? Striking the delicate balance between whimsical charm and plausible popcorn realism, resulting in characters as believable as popcorn even if they're wearing red berets and headset.

Brace yourself for a celluloid sensation where popcorn transcends its snack-time status and becomes the star of the show!

Campaign

For 10 years Milford has been telling stories with Kernel Colonel and his fearless gang.

Already from the beginning of the campaign, the idea was to transform popcorn into larger-than-life heroes who would act and speak like real action heroes. Since regular popcorns have limitations in expressing themselves and we couldn't find any popcorns that had appeared in action movies, we had to rely on our imagination to create these hilariously corny characters.

Drawing upon our expertise in the realm of character animation, we dug into the world of popcorn personification, infusing these kernels with vibrant personalities and genuine emotions that rival even the most seasoned actors. Our secret ingredient? Striking the delicate balance between whimsical charm and plausible popcorn realism, resulting in characters as believable as popcorn even if they're wearing red berets and headset.

Brace yourself for a celluloid sensation where popcorn transcends its snack-time status and becomes the star of the show!


The Mission

The team has recieved a signal from the far reaches of the known universe - Theatre 6, and sends a unit to investigate. 

Client
Agency
Production Co.
Director
Animation and CG 

Scotiabank
Bensimon Byrne
againstallodds
againstallodds
Milford Animation Studios

Coffee Shop

The captain uses the credit card in a heroic flight, both showing off and gathering points for a movie.

Client
Agency
Production Co.
Director
Animation and CG 

Scotiabank
Bensimon Byrne
againstallodds
againstallodds
Milford Animation Studios

Alien Emotion

The Cornel is deciding on what movie to watch, while his team warns of alien emotions from the past.

Client
Agency
Production Co.
Director
Animation and CG 

Scotiabank
Bensimon Byrne
againstallodds
againstallodds
Milford Animation Studios

Blast Off

We follow two popcorn astronauts and their team through a lift-off sequence as they leave for a distant destination.

Client
Agency
Production Co.
Director
Animation and CG 

Scotiabank
Bensimon Byrne
againstallodds
againstallodds
Milford Animation Studios

They Can Hear

As they are about to watch a free scary movie together, the Captain insinuates that the others should perhaps close their eyes. 

Client
Agency
Production Co.
Director
Animation and CG 

Scotiabank
Bensimon Byrne
againstallodds
againstallodds
Milford Animation Studios

Ticket Dash

The popcorns run to Cineplex for a freebee movie. They do acrobatic team stunts to blip the card for access.

Client
Agency
Production Co.
Director
Animation and CG 

Scotiabank
Bensimon Byrne
againstallodds
againstallodds
Milford Animation Studios

Milford Animation Studios

Bondegatan 21, 116 33 Stockholm, Sweden

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inquiries@milford.secareers@milford.seinfo@milford.se

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Milford Animation Studios

Bondegatan 21, 116 33 Stockholm, Sweden

Get in touch

inquiries@milford.secareers@milford.seinfo@milford.se

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