Hyundai Motor Showcases Innovative Branded Content With 'Night Fishing' At Cannes Lions Festival
Hyundai Motor Company recently made a significant impact at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity with its short film, 'Night Fishing.' The company hosted an exclusive seminar titled 'Cut the Ad. Roll the Show' in collaboration with Innocean to explore the creative process behind this acclaimed project. This event highlighted Hyundai's innovative approach to branded content, using vehicle camera technology to shape narratives.
The seminar featured Sungwon Jee, Senior Vice President and Global Chief Marketing Officer of Hyundai Motor Company, and Jung A Kim, Chief Creative Officer of Innocean. They discussed how 'Night Fishing' merges advanced technology with compelling storytelling to captivate audiences globally. The collaboration between Hyundai Motor and Innocean was crucial in bringing this unique film to life.

'Night Fishing' has received global recognition for its creative storytelling, winning multiple awards at Cannes Lions. It secured the Grand Prix in the Entertainment – Branded Content category and recently earned a Silver Lion in the Classic – Innovation in Film category. Additionally, Hyundai's 'Tree Correspondents' campaign won two Gold Lions and one Silver Lion in the Digital Craft category.
Sungwon Jee expressed pride in their innovative journey: "'Night Fishing' is not an ad that merely resembles a film, but a piece of content that stands as a film in its own right. The project signaled a new direction for branded content." He emphasized their commitment to transforming brand content into engaging entertainment for a broad audience.
Established in 1967, Hyundai Motor Company operates in over 200 countries with more than 120,000 employees. The company focuses on addressing real-world mobility challenges through its vision of 'Progress for Humanity.' Hyundai is advancing towards becoming a Smart Mobility Solution Provider by investing in technologies like robotics and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM).
In pursuit of sustainability, Hyundai is committed to introducing zero-emission vehicles using industry-leading hydrogen fuel cell and EV technologies. Their efforts aim to create revolutionary mobility solutions while fostering open innovation for future mobility services.
Innovative Approach to Branded Content
'Night Fishing,' directed by Moon Byonggon and starring actor Son Sukku, was produced by Stannum and Markenfilm Asia. This collaborative effort between Hyundai Motor and Innocean presents a cinematic narrative without overt promotional elements, setting it apart from conventional advertising.
In today's content-saturated environment, brands struggle to capture attention. However, Hyundai Motor succeeded with 'Night Fishing,' creating content that consumers actively choose. This film transcends traditional advertising by offering an engaging story that resonates with viewers worldwide.
Hyundai's participation at Cannes Lions underscores its leadership in creative storytelling and advertising. The company's innovative use of vehicle camera technology as a narrative tool demonstrates its commitment to pushing boundaries in branded content creation.


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