Why it worked
The video leverages a popular meme format (Thanos reacting to a relatable, slightly depressing statement) and a common relatable scenario (fear of ending up in a mundane job) to create a humorous and shareable piece of content.
Summary
The video uses a popular meme format with Thanos reacting to a relatable scenario. A person is at work when teenagers pass by, and one points at the person, saying "that's gonna be us when we get older if we don't lock in." The Thanos character's expression conveys a sense of dread or realization about this statement.
Structure
- 1Setting the scene: at work
- 2Teenagers pass by
- 3One teenager points and speaks
- 4The statement is made: "that's gonna be us when we get older if we don't lock in"
- 5Thanos character reacts with a look of realization/dread
On-screen text
POV: At work minding your own business and a group of teenagers pass by and one points at you and you hear him say "that's gonna be us when we get older if we don't lock in"