Volkswagen · Year unknown · 01:02 · 4:3
VW GTI Commercial HD - Singing in the Rain
An iconic film classic is re-energized through modern street dance to position an updated automotive icon.
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This classic commercial reimagines Gene Kelly's iconic performance from 'Singin' in the Rain' through modern breakdancing and popping choreography, establishing a direct visual parallel for updating a classic product. Set on a wet, vintage street set, the protagonist starts with traditional umbrella moves before unexpectedly discarding it to execute high-energy street dance tricks. The audio soundtrack blends the original classic vocal recording with a contemporary beat, perfectly mirroring the visual synthesis of heritage and modern style. The performance escalates across the street until the dancer flips past a parked Volkswagen Golf GTI under the watchful eye of a bewildered police officer. The ending slogan, 'The new Golf GTI. The original, updated.', encapsulates the campaign's core proposition by equating the dance remix with the car's evolved legacy.
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Demonstrates how to remix a well-known cultural classic to effectively communicate the concept of updating a legacy product.
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