Aflac Presents: The Park Bench (Animated Short)

Aflac’s new short film sheds light on the wealth and health gaps that exist across communities. In the film, much like in real life, the Aflac Duck is there to help the family through their recovery.

[@Mspurpleg]

I am a sickle warrior, thanks Aflac for showing us support. We need more recognition for this disease.

[@blackerpanther3329]

Everyone knows about sickle cell and because you have it, doesn’t make you a warrior.

[@Mspurpleg]

@@blackerpanther3329 first of all. Everyone doesn’t know about sickle cell. Read the thread, there are people in my family that don’t even know what it is, they just know that I am always in and out of the hospital. You’re right though, just having it doesn’t make me a warrior. The fight for my life is what makes me a warrior. Not that I owe you any explanation as to why I am a warrior. I have had more surgeries than I can count, has my first crisis at 3 months old, was told I wasn’t going to live past the age of 5 etc. I have survived 3 life threatening complications due to the sickle cell, one time even to the point where everyone was told to say their goodbyes. I fight everyday to stay alive. WAD!!

[@jackswim4330]

@@Mspurpleg I couldn't have said it better 👏 we fight together

[@twebs9459]

TV commercial brought me here. Amazing animation and story. The little girl was beautiful and we loved her braids. Excellent detailed short.

[@mindyleazott363]

We Are Definitely on the same page! It's like your inside my head!

[@gabriellebeverly7604]

Same here ♥️

[@YtWuff]

I saw that same ad

[@dianeboyd9078]

Ditto!!! ❤️💯👍🏾

[@joimoss6594]

As someone born with Sickle Cell Disease, I completely understand what that father was going through. I never thought of how it might be to have a child who would have to see me suffer through the illness. Thanks for sharing that perspective and bringing more recognition to an illness that affects approx. 100,000 Americans, 1 in 365 African Americans, 1 in 16,300 Hispanic-Americans, and gets less attention than cystic fibrosis yet affects more people.

[@pjt3887]

🙏 for you.

[@kare4all615]

@@pjt3887 thank you for putting my thoughts simply as well

[@mindyleazott363]

I AM TERMINALLY ILL AND BELIEVE ME I FEEL YOU! BLESSINGS TO YOU AND YOUR LOVED ONES.. 🙏🏻😇

[@CareyB591]

@Joi Moss I too have Sickle Cell and it's hard going through this illness everyday but we fight to live our lives. I don't have children because I know it hurts me for them to see and ask me all the time what's wrong with mom?

[@joimoss6594]

@@CareyB591 Yeah...I still want to have kids though. I am getting a spouse first however so when I am hospitalized, like i just was, my child would be able to have their other parent to comfort them and keep them preoccupied. My little cousins use to visit me in the hospital all the time and just being able to be with me made them happy, so if you want to have children, I say go for it, but do be careful you don't have a spouse with the trait or your child would be 50% to get it. Stay strong warrior!!

[@pearlenaalan5196]

This was so cute, I almost teared up when it was time for the goodbye lol will be showing it to my class of kindred & 1st graders.

[@roeg48]

This story made me cry. Having an older daughter who passed away from complications due to Sickle Cell and a grandson currently in hospital suffering from an accused chest pain crisis, it hit home. When my daughter was little, Sickle Cell was so rarely in the spotlight so every time I see it being focused on, I rejoice.

[@francesprescott7790]

Beautiful, loved ones never leave you but are always around, you just can't see them.

[@mindyleazott363]

This Was Just Precious. Aflac Was There To Keep That Beautiful Little Young Lady's Heart From Hurting To Much While Her Poor Dad Was Getting Better. God Works In Mysterious Ways...

[@sancabins5650]

A Wonderful Animation …. Angels Come to us in Many Incarnations …. Leaving when done with their holy mission -- on to others in need of compassion, care, a shoulder to cry on, and unconditional Love... Bravo to the animation Creators ….

[@cxinthechat4276]

Well said

[@reneejones2524]

Love this comment🥰

[@andrewhoutzer3632]

Amen 🙏 To That

[@psalmsfrye9727]

I’ve been saying I’m going to watch this. I’m so glad I took the time to get to it! Go creators! Go Aflac! Go black family unit!

[@shawnalrea]

This is so beautifully made and heartwarming. Thank you to the creators.

[@JayMooreMusic]

As a man with Sickle Cell disease, it's lovely to see our condition being recognized & acknowledged #TheCellOutCollective #AcesUp

[@lauriel.4667]

Say that again for the people in the back!

[@2Snapsletswerk]

This was a great short! Glad to see this disease being highlighted more! People need to know more about this! I had tears in my eyes, too cute. I see you Aflac! #BlackHistoryMonth

[@Nic0.Santiag0]

Beautiful animation, great story and soundtrack too! 👏👏

[@carlmattison8035]

Commercial brought me here. Didn't realize it had to do with Sickle Cell. Shows how much I pay attention. Beautiful short animation. I'm a 59 year old Caucasian male. This little film brought tears of joy to my eyes three times. Bravo!

[@bethsherdell2079]

What a gorgeous story. The duck stayed until the daddy came home. Beautifiul music, marvelous animation and a heartfelt story.

[@TheMichaelBearden]

Thank you! :) I scored this film.

[@shauntee6537]

The cinematography is just beautiful. Well done.

[@michelebreedlove-defazio7619]

I have never commented before on any KZbin video but hands down this film is magnificently created, designed, and directed. BRAVO! for bringing insight in such a loving and meaningful way!

[@itsSAmone]

This was beautiful thank you Aflac and creators ❤❤

[@user-kn3ev9qs8v]

I respect all the content creators who put this together.

[@livinglifelikewhat]

i feel this company did this %100 just to spread joy and make others happy. thats a beautiful thing. love peace greatness and joy.

[@joshuathedrawingking5897]

This was great Love the art style of this!

[@chrismitty_plenty]

Sickle Cell is overlooked as it's the most common genetic blood disorder, and we carriers are often not taken seriously despite our suffering. Nas producing the sounds is the crown piece ✊🏾

[@jerriclemons3718]

Wow! I just saw the commercial on Discovery Channel and came here to see the video. Took me back to my childhood with a dad that had sickle cell anemia. Beautiful video!

[@anitacotton909]

So adorable! I love this story!❤

[@reneelove5492]

I truly enjoyed this short film Please bring more of these types of films!!!

[@tonyromano9525]

This was so beautiful, Thank you for this...It touched my soul.

[@GoldieLocks561]

Most beautiful story...blessing to get her daddy back...rip to my dad

[@NolaShawty]

So sweet and heartwarming❤️Beautiful animation💯

[@NexusFantismo]

Great video. Shouts to the legend Nas.

[@g33senpai]

This was beautiful from the art style to the meaning behind it. Thank you.

[@HBSugar1106]

I loved this I want to see a full featured film. This touched my heart especially for those who need to have their voices shared when it comes to sickle cell anemia. The story was beautiful well put together. 😍🥰

[@latishayarbough]

This was so adorable and precious. The little girls friend was the epitome of strength she helped her keep going when all she could do is feel sad about her sick dad. The music was perfect ♥️

[@ldenbrad31]

What a beautiful short story!! Thank you 💯💖🤞

[@JustSafi]

This was so beautiful. My daughter and I loved it.💖💖💖💖

[@rabbiyah5]

Just saw the commercial on WE TV and I had to watch immediately! This tugs the heartstrings ❤️💕❤️💕 #Share

[@kimberlymckellar6995]

I'm not crying. You're crying....😢 💖 Beautiful.

[@DiVoStar28]

Thank-you for helping us Shine a light on Sickle Cell Disease. As a Sickle Cell Warrior this warmed my heart & soul. Bless the creative team who worked on this.

[@softiegaia]

I cried so much ! This was beautiful

[@schurrlittle1339]

I LOVE THE PARK BENCH A SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL SHORT FILM PRESENTED BY AFLAC THAT REPRESENTS A BEAUTIFUL AFRICAN AMERICAN FAMILY!!

[@cynthiagonzales9131]

Awesome!! 🎥!!. I love me some AFLAC Duck 🐥

[@ItsallaboutBee]

The Park bench was Absolutely beautiful short 🙏🏽💜

[@tamyrecunningham8322]

Lovely in every way. The music was awesome 👌

[@patriciawalkup2075]

I love this video. It shows exactly how aflac can help individuals and the care we as agents have for clients. Thank you Aflac for creating such a amazing product and video.

[@shannajaunai6868]

It was a very sweet 🎥 I'm guessing while the Dad was out of work Aflac paid the bills. I use to have Colonel health insurance and they gave me a check for six months which was just enough to pay my important bills and keep afloat until I got back on my feet and recovered from my back injury. That was years ago. I need to look into getting this type of insurance again for my husband and I because anything can happen. I wonder if they cover getting sick 😷 from the rona.

[@genna7231]

I had the same insurance and then one through my job but always wondered about Aflac. My friend had it and it seemed plausible

[@DarylTheNotoriousBTG]

It can definitely pay you for the rona! 😂😂 I just helped a client process a claim and get paid for the 2nd time she was out of work due to COVID-19. A lot of companies don't touch covid still so it's good they stepped up.

[@mindyleazott363]

I DON'T THINK ANYONE DOES! I HAVE COVID NOW😭!

[@Knobadi]

@@mindyleazott363 they definitely do. I have a client that works at a restaurant, got it, was out for about 2 weeks, and Aflac did pay them based on the policy they have.

[@mindyleazott363]

@@Knobadi wow Thank you so much for letting me know. I AM TERMINALLY ILL WIDOW AND can use all the help I can get right now. God Bless you and your family and all your loved ones 2&4 LEGS.. 🙏

[@sanoldc]

The Cheatham family shared this. So touching how Aflac shares how emotionally supportive having their services can be during a medical crisis. #sicklecell #medicalcrisis #aflac #emotions #support

[@sdtuckers]

Beautiful!! Thanks Aflac , and Great job Nas!!💖💖

[@Hiii_ItsTori]

This film is really cute

[@JOtheGTV]

this was beautiful ... my adopted mothers daughter pass away from sickle cell b4 i was born , it took a toll on her mentally but we saved each other , so caring is a must !!

[@blueraccoon88]

I really really liked it! Please do more short animations

[@fuzziieverlove3015]

ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL

[@dawnkot7490]

Very Very beautiful in every way an every piece of this short story 😍

[@rene1008]

Wow. Thank you for the story and for the message. Well Done

[@Armanidadoll]

Didn’t know this was about sickle cell I am too a sickle cell warrior thank you for this, & showing the world more awareness

[@aaronshamburger942]

They didn’t really make it clear it was about sickle cell, I would’ve never known if I had just stumbled across this.

[@anniehall4591]

REALLY LIKE THE SENTIMENT, IT TOUCHES THE HEART.

[@katd1845]

This was BEAUTIFUL !!! 🦢🦢🦢💙💙❤️❤️❤️

[@Sugar_So_Spicy]

OMG I LOVE THIS SOOOO MUCH!!! I wanna see the series!!!!! And I wanna get Aflac now! LOL

[@bintaharris7260]

That was Awesome it made me cry.

[@vernapierceswift2724]

Adorable!

[@benjaminasmith6012]

Just thought it was beautiful. I loved it. Loss a Friend years ago to sickle cell. 🙏

[@AuntieTurnUp]

This was beautiful! I watched it with my daughter

[@julienash4736]

Absolutely loved this! I know first hand the struggle of this story. Aflac thank you so much for shining light on this serious illness!

[@lesliethames5516]

Absolutely beautiful.

[@yow2363]

I'm such a sofie at times, lol had tears in my eyes. Great short story bringing families today, Aflac.👏

[@MPR2]

I LOVE this, so beautiful, it made me tear up! 🥲

[@MegaChughes]

Heartfelt and sentimental short film ❤it!

[@gaylebutler9989]

I'm here for the duck. Great little film.

[@patsykreuter5957]

I loved it ,beautifully done

[@Poppi_Weasel]

ADORABLE! 🥰🥰 LOVE IT!

[@sondrayhill9337]

Praying and contributing to all Sickle Cell warriors. Blessings.

[@tushonegrant5457]

Beautiful and Awesome animated short💞 I'm sharing!!!!

[@julianbluefeather8491]

Really enjoyed the story. Very sweet

[@clanzerriabrown4141]

Speechless I am. the music, the imagery, the detail from the daughters HBCU letterman jacket, to the Mom reviewing the medical cost just took my breath away. I held my thoughts and found myself holding back a tear as the AFLAC duck filled in the Gap to provide the little girl and the Mom, comfort, calm, reassurance and complete JOY during a time of uncertainty. Once dad had been released and returned home to resume as head of the household and provider the AFLAC duck no longer was needed. Great assurance in knowing though, AFLAC cares and connected with the humanity of the needs of the family. Spectacular representation, the assignment had been completed. What a phenomenal job.

[@snss1440]

Stunning!

[@marywilliams654]

Love, love, love this ❤

[@hearthfirefly6570]

Wonderful content! Thank you for this. Will be sharing this with the kids. :) Content like this is such a positive influence on our kids - and so much more like this is needed to help educate and enrich our communities.

[@wdchristi]

Kudos and huge thank you to Rob Edwards and Carl Reed for such a creative, inspirational and empowering piece of art while bringing awareness to the disease of sickle cell!! I LOVED this! Please continue using your gifts to speak to and help the world. Thank you to Aflac for allowing these creatives to use your platform to promote this content.

[@tammyfirestone6282]

Best commercial ever,made me laugh and cry

[@deborahbaugh4088]

I really loved it 💜

[@FT-db3ty]

I loved this!

[@smooter76cs]

Aflac I applaud you wonderful 😊

[@prudencebrown9576]

Beautiful short film with message

[@Jazzy869]

More of this please.

[@alanas.freeman8381]

Beautiful ❤️

[@cormacbowman6595]

Fantastic Job. Beautiful story!!

[@ceciliabrokenbrough7239]

I saw the "ommercial and had to visit to view. Such a touching story. Animation and music all on point! Almost shed a tear! Beautiful!

[@gabriellebeverly7604]

Sweet short film ♥️♥️♥️

[@adrienneparker5500]

That was a beautiful short film🥰

[@wiltonpickett2593]

Touching and on point! ✊🏾👍🏾

[@rochaney9616]

After I just saw the commercial I decided to head on over and check it out🥰

[@bianca2011d]

This is beautiful 😍

[@margaretbird5438]

This is Amazing Story Thank You To the Creators Love It

[@julianbluefeather8491]

This is beautiful. Love everything about it

[@cassandradennis1672]

Great!

[@happycatzf.4022]

Amazing little short! Quality animation, deliberate soundtrack, sweet story. We know it’s all about Aflac, but it’s not at all blatant. Great job to all production staff!

[@chrisandrabrown7204]

They need full feature films like this

[@markymarkali]

This should be shown to all children in schools

[@shayb.2761]

This was SOOO cute😩😭

[@walterlee8040]

This story made me cry

[@Brian_Da_Artist]

Very well done! Love the way you addressed this.

[@damonpenn824]

When I saw the creative minds behind this short I literally exclaimed,"STFU!" I am currently having to create a character, storyboard, and animate it. This is proof that universe has my back because I was a bit intimidated to get started, after a very creative conversation with my brousin last night and now this...I'm ready. Dope animated short. Loved the music, the design, the whole production. Keep doing things like this Aflac, we need it.✌🏾🙏🏾