Pollo Tropical project shot by Director of Photography Sherman Johnson

Pollo Tropical "Perfected It"
Production Company: Zipper Films

Pollo Tropical “Perfected It” is a food commercial directed and photographed by Director of Photography Sherman Johnson for Zipper Films. Produced by Yiya Garcia and filmed in Miami, Florida, the campaign was created to promote Pollo Tropical’s limited-time ribs offering. The film focuses on the preparation process, showcasing the care and time involved in creating the dish. Slow-roasted ribs, guava barbecue sauce, and flame-grilled finishing are featured through a series of detailed food photography sequences that highlight texture, color, and craftsmanship. Photographed on the ARRI Alexa Mini with ARRI Ultra Prime lenses, the visual approach combines macro food photography, controlled lighting, and close-up cooking imagery to emphasize the preparation process while maintaining the vibrant, appetizing style associated with the Pollo Tropical brand.