Video: Nicole Kidman begins Hollywood affair with Etihad

Oscar winner Nicole Kidman is the face and narrative for Etihad Airways' evocative new 'Flying Reimagined' brand campaign.

Etihad Airways launched its new global brand campaign with the worldwide premiere of a new television commercial (TVC) in Abu Dhabi, attended by Hollywood actress Nicole Kidman, representatives of the global media and hundreds of specially invited guests.

Nicole Kidman is both star and narrator of the captivating feature, which will be shown on global TV stations and social media in both 60 and 30 second formats, with still versions of the campaign appearing in print, digital and on outdoor channels.

The TVC was shot onboard Etihad Airways' new flagship Airbus A380 and in locations around the world, including various landmarks in Abu Dhabi.

The TVC also features a digitally created scene of Kidman in the interior of the soon to be opened Louvre Abu Dhabi, celebrated architect Jean Nouvel's futuristic and awe-inspiring showcase of modern architecture, influenced by the light and geometric patterns of the Emirate.

Peter Baumgartner, Etihad Airways Chief Commercial Officer said, "Etihad Airways is constantly pushing boundaries, taking inspiration from the world to provide a superlative in-flight experience for our guests. We are rewriting the rule book and reimagining flying by breaking away from convention and leading the way in innovation, design, style and hospitality. This new campaign has succeeded brilliantly in bringing our unique brand and service ethos to life on film, in print and on digital channels.

"Nicole Kidman, as a globally respected artist, was the perfect voice and face for our story, and embodies worldly sophistication, intelligence, originality, and elegance - values which form the foundations of the Etihad brand."

The opening scene shows Kidman flicking through the pages of an inspirational novel at the Strahov library, with subsequent sequences showing the actress enjoying the revolutionary cabins and service offerings onboard Etihad Airways' new A380. These include relaxing in The Lobby, enjoying watching TV in the spacious First Apartment and finally falling back into the double bed in the bedroom of the three-room The Residence by Etihad - the only such private living space in commercial aviation.

The closing line, "Because their goal isn't to improve on what has been done before – but to totally reimagine it", concludes the TVC with air-to-air footage of the new A380 in evening light, resplendent in the airline’s new 'Facets of Abu Dhabi' livery.

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