“The Dream Still Lives,” a new project concepted by Stevie Wonder and directed by Candice Vernon, has launched 50 years from the exact moment of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s tragic death. In the film, some of the world’s most recognizable entertainers, politicians, and athletes -- including Wonder, former President and First Lady Barack and Michelle Obama, Katy Perry, Meryl Streep, Chadwick Boseman, Senator Kamala Harris, Trevor Noah, Dave Chappelle, and Bruce Springsteen -- address personal hopes for the future as inspired by MLK’s Dream.
Produced by Bullitt Entertainment, the moving tribute to envisioning change encourages the public to make their voice heard through personal posts and positive action. Find inspiration here: https://www.dreamstilllives.com
“I am honored that I have been chosen to be a part of the team to bring Stevie Wonder’s vision to life, and help keep the dream of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. ever present. The project is so vital to the unity that we still strive for today, and serves as a reminder that we are all one human race,” comments Vernon. “Together we can make the impossible possible, breaking the chains of discrimination for all groups, and create peace and harmony across the globe.”
“To see such an army of talented artists, businessmen and women, politicians, thought leaders and influencers lend their voices to this cause speaks to the value of Dr. King’s message today as much as ever,” comments Bullitt Chairman Todd Makurath. “We at Bullitt are pleased to have been able to play a small part in helping to carry that message to the people of the world.”
From branded content to short films and episodic series, Candice Vernon is driven to create stirring and engaging narrative content. Among her noted projects, Vernon wrote, directed, and produced “Make America Great?” an award-winning short film that screened worldwide in the wake of the 2016 elections. A former advertising Executive Producer, Vernon has worked on projects with clients such as The Dollar Shave Club, Time Warner Cable, Jockey, and many more. Following production on Dream Still Lives, Vernon signed with Bullitt for branded projects and advertising.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Candice into the Bullitt family with the launch of her first project, Stevie Wonder’s celebration of the message and legacy of Dr. King,” noted Bullitt President/EP Luke Ricci. “The video is a powerful reminder that Dr. King’s dream is just as meaningful now as it was when his life was cut tragically short 50 years ago.”
Production Company: Bullitt Entertainment
Director: Candice Vernon
Chairman: Todd Makurath
President and Exec Producer: Luke Ricci
EVP Sales and Business Development: Allison Amon
EVP Strategy: Noel Sullivan
HOP: Jenni Sprunger
Line Producer: L. Vertel Scott
Design Production: SHIPPING & HANDLING
Executive Producer: Scott Friske
Producer: Dustin LaForce
Creative Director: Casey Price
Designers/Animators: Johannes Gamble and Raphael LaMotta
Editorial: Spot Welders
Editor: Ting Poo
Executive Producer: Carolina Padilla
Assistant Editor: Robinson Eng
Assistant Editor: JC Nunez
Assistant Editor: Trevor Schulte
Color: MPC
Colorist: Ricky Gausis
Executive Producer: Meghan Lang
Producer: Rebecca Boorsma
Audio: Formosa Commercials
Mixers: John Bolen & Hermann Thumann
Executive Producer: Lauren Cascio
In order of appearance:
Stevie Wonder (opening)
President Barack Obama and Mrs. Michelle Obama
Common
Megan Nicole
Tyler Oakley
The Chainsmokers
Mariah Carey
Whoopi Goldberg
Ryan Tedder
Michael Strahan
James Corden
Billy Crystal
Dave Matthews
Senator Kamala Harris
Serena Williams
Dr. Keith Black
Lupita Nyong’o
Naomi Campbell
Katy Perry
Billie Jean King
Gloria Estefan
Samuel L. Jackson
Smokey Robinson
Demi Lovato
Tiger Woods
Noah Schnapp
The Honorable Condoleezza Rice
Lilly Singh
Eva Longoria
Bette Midler
Rita Wilson
The Honorable Secretary-General António Guterres
Sir Elton John
Congressman Cedric Richmond
Chadwick Boseman
Janelle Monáe
Gayle King
Cher
Reverend Jesse Jackson
Robert De Niro
Luis Fonsi
Jimmy Kimmel
Jamie Foxx
Howard Stern
Kesha
Clive Davis
Charlie Puth
Lecrae
Nick Jonas
Kirk Franklin
Harry Styles
Garth Brooks
Andra Day
Dave Chappelle
Tony Bennett
SZA
Arturo Sandoval
Carmelo Anthony
Sir Paul McCartney
Sadiq Khan, Lord Mayor of London
Trevor Noah
Darius Rucker
Lionel Richie
Marc Anthony
Yara Shahidi
Warren Buffett
Meryl Streep
Bruce Springsteen
Bon Jovi
Tim Cook
Mark Ronson
Mary J. Blige
Berry Gordy
Stevie Wonder (closing)