• by Amy Corr  @MediaPostOTL, June 17, 2016

Break out the tissues before watching this 2:30 video for American Family Insurance that tells the touching story of a father supporting his son's dream of being a dancer. The video begins with the son watching a video of flamenco dancers, followed by a package from his dad. Is it a flamenco outfit? No, it's a Gi, the white uniform for the martial arts lessons the son will be taking, courtesy of his dad. This shy kid starts training the next day, is made fun of by neighborhood kids, but all the while his dad is by his side. As time goes by, this kid is training hard, gaining physical and mental strength, and winning tournaments. Soon, the boy's room is filled with trophies and advanced degree belts. Dad now presents his son with another gift, and this is where the tissues are needed: it's a flamenco dance outfit, and classes begin the next day. The boy leaves his house, alone and in his dance costume, and holds his head high when the neighborhood kids poke fun at him. One head nod puts them in their place. BBDO New York created the video.