Psycho-delic Advertising

WorldH2ODay.org Uses Alfred Hitchcock To Scare You Into Action

The latest commercials for clean water preservation include a “Psycho” inspired original video from GOOD. The message is that American culture wouldn't have been the same without clean water.

The editing in this commercial is superb; if you didn't know better, you might even think Alfred Hitchcock himself directed it. Graphic? Yes, but for a good cause.

Implications - Access to fresh water is increasingly becoming a vital global concern, so advertisements that take this issue as seriously as this ad does are bound to become increasingly more common as the future unfolds. By adopting a horror film-esque style, important points can be driven home on a more visceral level than if they are merely explained or preached and this is a fact the minds behind this ad clearly are aware of.

Horror-inspired Advertising
Exploring horror film-esque styles in advertising can help drive important messages on a visceral level.
Water Preservation Awareness
Advertisements emphasizing the importance of clean water preservation are likely to become more common in the future.
Creative Editing in Commercials
The use of superb editing techniques in commercials can enhance their impact and engagement with audiences.

Sectors Adopting This

Advertising
The advertising industry can innovate by incorporating horror film-esque styles and creative editing in their commercials to drive important messages.
Water Preservation
The water preservation industry can leverage horror-inspired advertising to raise awareness about the importance of clean water and its impact on culture.
Film and Video Production
The film and video production industry can explore horror film-inspired techniques in their work to create engaging and impactful content, like the Alfred Hitchcock-inspired commercial.
SCORE
2.8 out of 10
GENDER
70% Men30% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, Europe
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen X
  • Millennial (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 7%
Activity 69%
Freshness 8%

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