“If you tape a phone to a frisbee and throw it in a 45 degree angle over a Ferrari 812 GTS, would you be able to fake a drone shot?”
@lenny_motion · 478K followers
This creator normally gets 548K views. This one got 9.2M. That gap — not the raw number — is what makes the format worth copying.
A man attempts to use a phone taped to a frisbee to capture drone-like footage of a car. He encounters an issue with the footage spinning but then demonstrates how a specific phone's horizontal lock feature solves the problem, showcasing a smooth, stable shot.
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Why it worked
The video presents a creative, DIY solution to a common filmmaking challenge (getting drone shots without a drone), which immediately grabs attention. The initial failure and subsequent explanation of the phone's feature create a problem-solution narrative, making the content educational and satisfying. The comparison of 'without' and 'with' the feature clearly demonstrates the value, making the phone's technology appealing. It leverages curiosity and a 'life hack' appeal.