Tom Connolly has eschewed the age old director's adage that one should never work with children or animals, for the opportunity to work with a very famous dog. Dulux is marking its 50th Anniversary with the return of the much loved Old English Sheepdog that became synonymous with the brand all those years ago. Connolly relished taking a classic advertising icon and re-imagining it, retaining a nostalgic tone and contrasting that with bright colours and a fresh modern look.

The director's cut evokes the sense of nostalgia and history by comparing the iconic dog with another four legged friend 'The Littlest Hobo'. In a nod to the TV series, the classic theme tune is the backdrop while 'our colourful friend' the Dulux dog roves from town to country in split screen style, as Dulux adds colour to homes everywhere.