Flying Bicycle

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Flying Bicycle

Colour television commercial for Guinness Extra Stout. Advert opens with title card reading: "Screenspace present and Andre Sarrut production - The March of Progress - directed by Jacques Asseo". Advert opens with interviewer introducing the inventor of a flying bicycle, or 'aerobike', Mr Penny. The inventor explains the mechanics of the device, and demonstrates its use. Although he initially takes flight, he soon falls out of the sky and into a bar, as the interviewer exclaiming 'My Goodness'. Having called for a Guinness from the bartender and finished his drink, he takes off once again on an invisible bicycle. Advert concludes with shot of bottle and glass, VO states: "Guinness Is Good For You". Director: Jaques Asseo, Talent: Jon Pertwee - Mr Penny, Production Company: Screensave, Agency: SH Bensons Ltd. Colourised from black and white original.

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