What’s the first thing that comes to mind when I say Gucci. High fashion? Low art? Droptopwop? Whatever it is, chances are it’s most certainly not Star Trek. And yet, here we are. The brand’s “Fall/Winter 2017” video pays homage to the seminal science fiction show with a retro-futurist lookbook that explores strange new worlds, seeking out new life and new civilizations. Onward!
Netflix “Stranger Things Season 2 Trailer”
https://youtu.be/vgS2L7WPIO4
What: The newest trailer for Stranger Things season two.
Who: Netflix
Why We Care: First of all, it’s about time we start thinking about the Upside Down again. It’s also about time we get creeped out while having our tender ’80s nostalgia underbelly tickled with things like Ghostbusters Halloween costumes and Dragon’s Lair. But man oh man, setting the whole thing to “Thriller”? YAAAAAAAS.
Apple “The Rock x Siri Dominate The Day”
https://youtu.be/ufBLI6bB9sg
What: An elaborate new iPhone 7 ad starring Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson.
Who: Apple
Why We Care: If there’s one thing The Rock is good at, besides becoming one of the most highly paid actors on the planet, it’s multitasking. The guys stars in movies, TV shows, launches brands, and delivers mini-pep talks to this fans daily via Instagram. Then there’s the whole 2020 thing. Oh, and apparently a four-minute iPhone ad that imagines him in a buddy flick with Siri. Corny? Sure, but it’s also fun and consistent with Apple’s track record of self-depreciating celebrities.
Gucci “Fall/Winter 2017”
What: The fashion brand’s “Fall/Winter 2017” film pays tribute to Star Trek.
Who: Gucci, Glen Luchford
Why We Care: As Kenzo has been demonstrating on a regular basis, the bar for fashion brand content is getting bumped incredibly high. Here Gucci takes a left turn into Gene Roddenberry territory, with awesomely weird results.
Pizza Hut “Oven Hot Pizza, Fast, Every Time”
https://youtu.be/Olv_sF69iIU
What: Kristen Wiig plays Every American for Pizza Hut.
Who: Pizza Hut, Droga5
Why We Care: Honestly, any excuse to see Wiig strut her stuff is worth a mention, especially in this The Nutty Professor of pizza chain ads.
ATT “Can You B. Lieve It?”
https://youtu.be/alf8YnI4Wlk
What: New ad campaign from Directv starring Michael B. Jordan.
Who: ATT, BBDO
Why We Care: In a pretty standard but charming campaign, Jordan (Creed) goes all in on the goofy spots, and this meta trip through all the TV Everywhere possibilities stands out.
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