Ford: What does it feel like to drive a Mustang?

1. Lonnie had a bad case of stage fright. Would he be able to overcome his fears to pursue his dream?

Afraid of acting on a childhood dream this Philadelphia-born-and-raised stand-up comedian held back. Lonnie Council wanted to experience the things he aspired to, but was afraid of failing. Growing up with a “calling”, Lonnie knew he never wanted to just exist and pay the bills. It was life experiences that drove him to follow his dreams. A writer by nature, he first wrote poetry and gradually transitioned into comedy. This man had the talent and charisma to be a successful stand-up comedian. But could he overcome his bad case of stage fright? Follow Lonnie as he steps into the spotlight for one life-changing opening night at a famous comedy club. Can his greatest dreams and fears be conquered in one act?

What does it feel like to drive a Mustang? In Mustang Moments, award-winning director Alex Gibney captures people on the brink of a personal breakthrough as their dreams meet opportunities with a chance to pursue their passion — all while they’re behind the wheel of a new 2015 Ford Mustang.

2. Kela Holmes, a former soldier, pursues her passion for singing opera.

Kela didn’t start thinking about pursuing opera until she was in college. When she found herself financially strapped, she joined the Army. That’s when she began to look at life differently. Maybe her dream of being an opera singer wasn’t as important as she once thought. A soldier seemed like a much nobler calling. Keeping people safe was her new goal in life. “Safety is why we can dream,” she said. But today is her day to be selfish. Kela was given the chance to test drive the all-new 2015 Ford Mustang. Not only did she get the drive of a lifetime, but also got a shot at her dreams. Kela was given the opportunity to sing onstage at the San Francisco Opera House with soprano soloist Carrie Hennessey. How will it feel to fulfill her lifelong dream? Was it all she had hoped for? Watch Kela’s story to find out how far her ambition can take her.

What does it feel like to drive a Mustang? In Mustang Moments, award-winning director Alex Gibney captures people on the brink of a personal breakthrough as their dreams meet opportunities with a chance to pursue their passion—all while they’re behind the wheel of a new 2015 Ford Mustang.

3. Deep inside everyone is a fighter. 

Jennifer Penfield is an MMA-obsessed personal trainer. Since high school, she’s been training in martial arts, including karate, and has even competed in Olympic-style Taekwondo. Now in her 30s, Jennifer advises others that “you’re not dead after your 20s in the athletic world.” And she takes that to heart. Jennifer adds to her growing skill set with new classes in kickboxing and grappling. She’s up for whatever it takes to achieve her dream. On the brink of her own personal breakthrough, Jennifer is surprised with not only a test drive in the all-new 2015 Ford Mustang, but also with a day of training with “The Legend”, Frank Shamrock. She uses her strength and spontaneity to step in the cage with MMA champion Zoila Frausto Gurgel. Is she ready to stand on her own and take it to the next level?

What does it feel like to drive a Mustang? In Mustang Moments, award-winning director Alex Gibney captures people on the brink of a personal breakthrough as their dreams meet opportunities with a chance to pursue their passion—all while they’re behind the wheel of a new 2015 Ford Mustang.

4. Meet Jay Britton, an IT guy with a wife, son and a passion to be a voice actor for animated films. Watch as his story unfolds. 

Jay Britton was working full-time for an IT consultancy in the basement of a London office building. He grew a bit discouraged with the lack of sunlight, and realized he needed to make a life change in order to find happiness. Jay’s absolute dream and passion was always to become a voice actor for animated films. Even though he was “successful” by usual standards, he wasn’t satisfied. Jay wanted to set a good example for his son. So, he sat down with his wife, who encouraged him to pursue his dream. One day, Jay was given the opportunity of a lifetime in the 2015 Ford Mustang. Ford had set up a test drive in the new Mustang and an audition at Tippett Studios with Corey Rosen. This was the moment Jay was waiting for, but how would it go? Is Jay ready to pursue his dream? Does he have what it takes to be a top-tier voice actor? Check out the fun day with Jay, here.

What does it feel like to drive a Mustang? In Mustang Moments, award-winning director Alex Gibney captures people on the brink of a personal breakthrough as their dreams meet opportunities with a chance to pursue their passion—all while they’re behind the wheel of a new 2015 Ford Mustang.

Advertising Agency: Team Detroit, USA

Chief Creative Officer: Toby Barlow // Executive Creative Director: Matt Soldan
Creative Directors: Adam Hull, Erik Moe // Senior Art Director: Sarah Sarwar
Director of Integrated Production: Loren Victory // Executive Producer: Bob Rashid
Production Company: Chelsea // Director: Alex Gibney
Director of Photography: Eric Treml // Production Designer: Dale Thaw
Editorial Company: Union Editorial // Editors: Marco Perez, Einar, Jay Friedkin