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Behind The Scenes: Wes Anderson's Commercials For Hyundai

Behind The Scenes: Wes Anderson’s Commercials For Hyundai

I’ve been a fan of Wes Anderson since he directed Rushmore in 1998, and these commercials for the 2012 Hyundai Azera prove he can do just about anything. Already with commercial work for American Express, Stella Artois and Ikea under his belt, Anderson shot both of these 30-second spots as only he can, creating worlds...
Director's Cut: Kate Upton's Commercial For Carl's Jr. & Hardee's

Director’s Cut: Kate Upton’s Commercial For Carl’s Jr. & Hardee’s

A couple weeks ago, I took you behind the scenes of Kate Upton‘s new commercial for Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s. Today, it’s time to see the director’s cut and the real thing. Created by 72andSunny, “Drive-In” was filmed the night of Jan. 31 through the morning of Feb. 1 on a hilltop overlooking downtown Los...
Michael Jordan x Gatorade "Win From Within" Commercial

Michael Jordan x Gatorade “Win From Within” Commercial

In 2012, Gatorade is emphasizing that what you put in your body is just as important as what you put on it in their new campaign dubbed “Win From Within.” And as if you needed another reason to re-watch footage from “The Flu Game,” watch as Phil Jackson recounts Michael Jordan‘s epic 1997 playoff performance,...
A Kia Optima Dunks Over Blake Griffin

A Kia Optima Dunks Over Blake Griffin

What happens when an expert dunkologist (Jeff Goldblum) tests the theory that if Blake Griffin can dunk over a Kia, a Kia can dunk over Blake Griffin? This.
K-Swiss Blades by Kenny Powers

K-Swiss Blades by Kenny Powers

It’s been a great week for Kenny Powers. Season 3 of “Eastbound & Down” premiered on Sunday night, and today the MFCEO of K-Swiss (channeling Steve Jobs) has unveiled his greatest creation to date: Blades. Combining the fastest things he’s ever seen – cheetahs, ballistic missiles and Bruce Lee – Kenny’s created “the fastest shoe...
Episode 2: Birthday Party by James Franco

Episode 2: Birthday Party by James Franco

I told you this was coming, and here it is: the second of 10 video vignettes from Episodes of an Untitled Film shot by James Franco for 7 For All Mankind. California sunshine. Backyard dancing. An eternal state of perpetual bliss. And if you’re wondering what song this is, it is “Dancing With The DJ”...
Behind The Scenes: Cam Newton's Commercial For Under Armour

Behind The Scenes: Cam Newton’s Commercial For Under Armour

Life ain’t bad when you’re the 2012 NFL Rookie of the Year, and I’m sure Cam Newton would agree with that. So with his inaugural season in the books, he’s finally starting to live the life. First up, a commercial shoot for Under Armour. The 60-second spot titled “Cam’s Night Out” depicts a typical Friday...
Episode 1: Lily Donaldson by James Franco

Episode 1: Lily Donaldson by James Franco

I told you this was coming, and here it is: the first of 10 video vignettes from Episodes of an Untitled Film shot by James Franco for 7 For All Mankind. Every party has its heroine. Meet Lily Donaldson, as captured by Franco.
Wieden+Kennedy's Top 10 "This Is SportsCenter" Commercials

Wieden+Kennedy’s Top 10 “This Is SportsCenter” Commercials

In the history of ad campaigns, there are none that can hold a candle to ESPN‘s “This Is SportsCenter” commercials. The brainchild of Wieden+Kennedy has produced almost 400 spots in 17 years, and has no plans to stop any time soon. Perhaps the most amazing fact about the ongoing series is that the ads air...