Goodby Silverstein & Partners, Agency / Creative,

Description

The scene is a commercial parody depicting Greek gods Zeus and Hera in retirement. Zeus, portrayed by Arnold Schwarzenegger, is seen relaxing on a watermelon float in a swimming pool, later using his lightning powers to assist a neighbor trimming hedges. Hera, played by Salma Hayek, appears alongside Zeus in a modern domestic setting. The initial shots stage the announcement of their retirement from Mount Olympus, later cutting to scenes of their casual life in Palm Springs, California. The setting is bright and sunny, with palm trees and clear blue skies. The shots vary from wide exterior views of Palm Springs to medium and close-up shots of the actors in character. The comedic tone is achieved through the juxtaposition of mythological figures in everyday situations.