Connor Storrie Stars in Verizon Campaign Film from Director Nia DaCosta
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Connor Storrie stars in a new nearly five-minute Verizon campaign titled “Look Behind You,” directed by Nia DaCosta, which evokes classic horror movie vibes with a suspenseful storyline set in a secluded cottage.
- The ad humorously reveals that Storrie accidentally butt-dialed his rideshare, stereo, and alarm system, blending horror elements with comedic twists to highlight Verizon’s network reliability.
- Both Storrie and DaCosta praised the collaborative creative process, marking Storrie’s first brand film and DaCosta’s first brand project, with Verizon emphasizing the campaign’s bold and unexpected approach.
- Verizon EVP and CMO Leslie Berland lauded the partnership, calling DaCosta an artist and Storrie a phenomenon, underscoring the brand’s commitment to storytelling and culture.
- The campaign concludes with a tagline emphasizing Verizon’s superior service: “Service so good, it’s scary.”
