Mega Drifting Commercials

The DC Shoes Gymkhana Four Hollywood Commercial is Expansive

The DC Shoes Gymkhana Four Hollywood commercial features an elaborate setting befitting a Hollywood blockbuster.

The DC Shoes Gymkhana Four Hollywood commercial starts off with an opening that looks straight out of the movies. Each new screenshot introduces a product, including the virtually indestructible KB Summit Jacket, Ken Block and the 2011 Ford Focus, and the Block Spartan High-Top sneaker.

Block drives his 2011 Ford Focus through a barren wasteland, featuring fire and burning tires, while navigating around tight corners and zooming through straightaways with aplomb.

The DC Shoes Gymkhana Four Hollywood commercial continues a fad we have seen over the last few years -- companies investing in their advertising so their ads are just as much entertainment as they are marketing. And mission accomplished, if I do say so myself. I don't remember a single DC Shoes ad I've seen before this, but I certainly won't forget this one.

Entertainment Marketing
Companies investing in elaborate and entertaining ads for the purpose of promoting their products.
Product Placement
Companies showcasing their products within high-production value ads to increase brand recognition and sales.
Visual Storytelling
Ads using elaborate settings and storytelling techniques to engage viewers and create memorable experiences.

Industries Being Reshaped

Fashion
Fashion brands can use elaborate ads to showcase their products in unique and memorable ways.
Automotive
The automotive industry can benefit from creating visually striking ads that showcase their vehicles' capabilities and unique features.
Sportswear
Sportswear companies can use action-packed ads featuring professional athletes to showcase their products and boost sales.
SCORE
3.9 out of 10
GENDER
90% Men10% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, Europe
GENERATION
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen Z (primary audience)
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 30%
Activity 79%
Freshness 8%