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The best new commercials, music videos and short films,
curated by the shots editorial team.
BAFTA takes a look behind the mask
From writing to wardrobe, coding to camera-rigging, special effects to sound – this inspiring spot highlights some of the many pathways into the industry.
The new Elvis music video is a bit of All Right
The King's debut single is given a lick of paint (and a Lichtenstein look) by animator Richard Noble.
Ben Quinn gives Venice Beach the (Italian) boot
In a celebratory film for Venice Beach Football Club (VBFC), in partnership with Italian bootmaker Pantofola D’Oro, Quinn and his 14-year-old son co-direct a tale of soccer passion.
M.I.A., Robot
In a freaky and impactful promo, the British rapper sets her sights on influencer culture.
Joseph Kahn Rickrolls America
The Supply & Demand director and Deloitte Digital create a loving homage to Astley's classic for AAA Insurance.
Google’s love letter to humanity
The power of human connection is at the heart of a quietly exquisite new South African spot from Jai Moseley.
The Rocky road to Ladbrokes' knockout spot
How do you seamlessly update an iconic 1979 cinematic scene to incorporate modern sports people, drummers, horse riders, drag queens, dancers, and gymnasts? We speak to the brand, creatives, director and VFX CD behind Ladbrokes' blockbuster spot about how they went the distance.
A badger’s tale from Elkjøp and Apple
Electronics retailer Elgiganten (parent company Elkjøp) releases a sweet tale of the birth of a band.
Globant’s not pulling any punches
In two scathingly funny new spots, the global consultancy firm launches an attack on old-style business models.
Marshalls’ people know a good deal when they see one
The US off-price retailer wouldn’t be where it is today without its team of beady-eyed bargain hunters.
DIRECTV’s disparate housewives
The streaming channel releases another in the Get Your TV Together ad series featuring unlikely pairings with American football star Dak Prescott pitted against The Real Housewives on the field.
Danger Mouse and Black Thought’s monochrome monologues
The hip-hop duo releases Strangers, featuring A$AP Rocky and Run the Jewels, with an intriguing phone-centred promo.
Marriott’s special moments
The hotel chain’s loyalty programme, Bonvoy, celebrates the return of travel across the Asia Pacific region.
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Ampol's slick new spot
A man who, after a bump on the head, finds he can hear what car engines want, recounts the highs and lows of being 'the engine whisperer'.
Son shines for Tiger Beer
Tottenham striker and South Korea international Son Heung-Min stars in this new campaign for Singaporean beer brand, Tiger.
A few of our favourite short films from the past few weeks.
When every word counts
Serviceplan Middle East helms a delightful film that follows a young boy who befriends a curmudgeonly librarian.
Jason Bock's leisurely short
In an extended promo for LEISURE singles Take You Higher and Mesmerised, Bock's film takes viewers on a location-hopping trip.
Behind the Masque of lockdown domestic violence
Marko Roth's intimate and impressive short Masque - 19 snapshots a survivor as she attempts to escape her situation.
Porsche celebrates the legend of Pedro Rodríguez
This fast-paced, mixed media spot celebrates Mexican Grand Prix racing driver Pedro Rodríguez.
Work anxiety just got a whole lot worse
This bizarre short film plays with office expectations and cubicle horror.
Theroux the looking glass
This music video of Louis Theroux performing his Jiggle Jiggle viral rap alongside US superstar Jason Derulo is a real thing that actually exists.
Premier League kicks of the celebrations
The English Premier League celebrates 30 years in a new campaign featuring a raft of footballing greats that thanks fans and highlights support for communities and wider football.
TAZO's rip-roaring regenerative ad
Edelman creates a fourth-wall-smashing spot that puts its money where its mouth is in regards to sustainable marketing.
adidas toes the line
adidas joins forces with artist Hebru Brantley in this colourful, chaotic animated commercial.
United wants you to skip the queue
In a cheeky spot making use of YouTube's 'Skip the ad' function, 72andSunny LA encourage viewers to bypass their 15-minute-long, uneventful line.
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