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This is pretty comical for a car commercial!
http://io9.com/old-spock-battles-new-spock-in-the-greatest-car-commerc-493836696
http://io9.com/old-spock-battles-new-spock-in-the-greatest-car-commerc-493836696
The ad features a fictional battle between two versions of the character Spock from the Star Trek franchise, one played by Leonard Nimoy (the "old" Spock) and the other by Zachary Quinto (the "new" Spock) as they compete over who has the better car, the Audi S7 or the Mercedes-Benz CLS.
The ad is an homage to the iconic character and the rivalry between the original Star Trek series and the newer Star Trek films. It also plays on the idea of the older generation (represented by Nimoy) and the newer generation (represented by Quinto) competing for dominance.
The ad was generally well-received by both fans and critics, with many praising the clever concept and the inclusion of both Nimoy and Quinto. However, some critics felt that the ad relied too heavily on the nostalgia factor and lacked a strong connection to the actual product being advertised.
Yes, both actors were involved in the development of the ad's concept and script. They also had a say in the editing process and the final cut of the ad.
There was some controversy surrounding the ad's use of the Star Trek franchise and its characters for commercial purposes. However, both Nimoy and Quinto were supportive of the ad and felt that it was a fun and fitting tribute to their shared character of Spock.