We’re Justin (the Plummer) and Martin (the Strauss). You can call us Plummer/Strauss.
We are an award winning directing team from the San Francisco Bay Area that creates work with captivating imagery in fantastical worlds. Our work often features calculated camera moves, stylized lighting and unique characters.
We’ve collaborated with brands such as Jim Beam, United Nations, Cisco, Dell, O2, Ralph Lauren, and Ben & Jerry’s. Our commercials have been featured in Cannes Young Director Awards, Shoot Magazine New Director’s showcase, and numerous festivals and forums.
Press & Interviews
Billboard
Train Frontman Stars in New Ad for Smule's Sing! Karaoke App
Adweek
Mekanism Launches ‘One For All’ Effort for the United Nations
Adweek
Ben & Jerry's Has Brought Back Apple's '1984' as a Burrito Anthem for Stoners
Ad Age
April 20 Is Coming And So Are Brand Pot References
Creativity Online
4/20 Gets a Special Treat: Ben & Jerry's BRRR-ito
Shoot Magazine
New Directors Showcase Interview
Awards & Recognition
Cannes Young Directors Award
Finalist, Converse, "Cinderella"
SHOOT Magazine New Directors Showcase
Converse, "Cinderella"
AICP AWARDS Finalist
Converse, "Cinderella"
Big Bear Lake International Film Festival
Best Short Film, "Tinker"
Manhattan Film Festival
Best Dramatic Short, "Tinker"
Myrtle Beach International Film Festival
Best Overall Film, "Tinker"
Myrtle Beach International Film Festival
Best Short Film, "Tinker"