Benji Weinstein

Benji has developed a distinctive style, expertly capturing the humour in the subtleties of human behavior and the absurdities of everyday life. His unique approach to storytelling seamlessly blends acute comedic timing, nuanced performances and a deep understanding of character-driven narratives, crafting films that resonate with sharp wit and authenticity.

Most recently, Benji brought comedy to trading with “80’s Mac is Back” for Pepperstone, giving global tennis icon John McEnroe an anachronistic 1980s persona and pitch-perfect, deadpan delivery. His “Two Become One” spot for Temptations, featuring a man whose entire personality has been subsumed by his cat, comically explores the symbiotic relationship between humans and their pets. The film showcases Benji’s deft observational skills, expertly balancing absurdist humor with narrative depth. Other notable works include his series of films for Dr. Pepper, highlighting Benji’s storytelling prowess and penchant for brilliant performances, as well as his iconic “Fulfillment Center” spot for Monster that reimagines job hunting with a medieval twist.

Collaborating with top agencies across the world, Benji has directed spots for a diverse roster of clients such as Spectrum, Mentos, GEICO, Dunkin’ Donuts, Jim Beam, Credit Karma, and AmeriSave, to name a few. His work has garnered praise at Cannes, AICP, Clios, and The One Show, among others. Notably, Benji’s REI “#OptOutside” campaign swept the international awards circuit with a Grand Prix at Cannes Lions, the Gold Pencil for Best in Show, along with Gold Pencils in six other categories, three Silver Pencils, and one shortlist at The One Show, in addition to two Wood Pencils at the D&AD Awards.

Benji’s work is always rooted in his unwavering commitment to exploring human truths. He consistently pushes the boundaries of traditional dialogue comedy with films that capture offbeat yet deeply relatable moments, imbued by his unique talent for casting, innate cleverness and masterful comedic timing.