# Thrilling Faux Trailer Ads The Burn Energy Drink Commercial is a Blockbuster Teaser By Marie | Published 2011-08-23 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burn-energy-drink References: [brandflakesforbreakfast](http://www.brandflakesforbreakfast.com/2011/08/how-refreshing-gets-energy.html) & [vimeo](http://vimeo.com/27583472) The Burn Energy Drink “subject.0017” ad is the trailer for a thrilling summer blockbuster you’ll never see. Directed by Saman Keshavarz, the three-minute commercial plays like the teaser clip of an [action-packed movie](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fresh-twist-on-soda) or mysterious television series, filled with deception, lies, and conspiracy theories. The video keeps audiences guessing until the very end what the film or product being promoted is, with incredibly skillful cinematography with well-executed voice-over and follow shots. If I didn’t know any better, I would assume the Burn Energy Drink advert is a promo for a new TV series in the same vein as ‘Lost.’ The ad is proof that audiences are still very much interested in [intelligent advertising](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/droga5s-wake-up) and clever filmmaking can garner a lot of attention from viewers and media. The mystery created by the ad is exciting to watch, as a viewer, and definitely has me wanting more. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Viral](https://www.trendhunter.com/viral) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Intelligent Advertising:** Opportunity for brands to create intriguing and mysterious ads that capture audience attention and generate curiosity. - **Clever Filmmaking:** Chance for filmmakers to showcase their skills by creating cinematic and visually captivating commercials that leave viewers wanting more. - **Audience Engagement:** Trend of developing advertisements that actively engage and intrigue viewers, keeping them interested until the end. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Beverage Industry:** Opportunity for energy drink brands to adopt a creative and intriguing advertising approach to stand out in a competitive market. - **Entertainment Industry:** Potential for entertainment companies to collaborate with brands and create movie-like trailers as promotional material, generating excitement and buzz. - **Marketing and Advertising Industry:** Opportunity for advertising agencies to explore innovative storytelling techniques and produce captivating commercials that captivate viewers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Spoof Sci-Fi Beer Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liquid-death-x-rebel-moon.md) - [Fat-Burning Energy Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lfg-burn.md) - [Pop Culture-Inspired Beverage Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/travis-kelce1.md) - [Artistic Multi-Beverage Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocacola-family.md) - [Fly-Attracting Seltzer Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/truly-hard-seltzer-ad.md) - [Calorie-Burning Energy Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calorie-burning-energy-drinks.md) - [Intense Elemental-Inspired Sportswear Spots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/engineered-for-whatever-ad.md) - [Unconventional Health Food Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rxbar-ad.md) - [Cartoon Underdog Soda Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tractor-beverage-company.md)