0:00runners at start line
A medium shot captures a diverse group of runners gathered at the starting line of a marathon. The foreground features a red barrier tape. In the center, a woman in a light blue cropped t-shirt and black shorts adjusts her light blue and red baseball cap, her face showing focus. She has long braids. Other runners are packed closely behind her, some looking at phones or stretching. The background is composed of lush green trees, suggesting an outdoor, possibly park-like, setting. The lighting is natural and bright, indicating daytime. A text overlay reads "Welcome to the RBC Brooklyn Half" at the bottom of the screen.
0:01man waving at start
This is a close-up shot of a white man at the starting line, enthusiastically waving his right hand towards the camera. He is wearing a dark baseball cap, a dark t-shirt, and reflective, multi-colored sunglasses that obscure his eyes. He has a neatly trimmed mustache and a wide, friendly smile, conveying excitement. The background is a soft blur of other runners and green foliage, indicating the outdoor race environment. The lighting is bright and natural. A large yellow rectangular overlay with the text "APPLY NOW" is prominent in the middle of the frame, along with the smaller text "Welcome to the RBC Brooklyn Half" at the bottom.
0:02runners at start blurred
The scene shows a medium shot of runners preparing at the start line, with the foreground slightly blurred. A young woman with dark braided hair and a black athletic top is prominently visible in the center-left, her back partially to the camera as she appears to be moving forward. The background features a dense crowd of other participants, creating a sense of anticipation and energy. Green trees are visible at the top, indicating an outdoor setting. The natural daylight casts an even illumination. A large yellow text overlay, "APPLY NOW," is centrally placed, with "Welcome to the RBC Brooklyn Half" visible at the bottom of the screen.
0:03cheering runner arms up
A medium shot captures an Asian woman running in a race, expressing pure elation. She has dark hair tied back in a ponytail and is wearing a black sleeveless tank top and dark athletic leggings. Her arms are raised high in the air, forming two 'V' signs, and she has a wide, joyful smile on her face, with her mouth open in a cheer or laugh. She is wearing white in-ear headphones. Other runners are blurred in the background, suggesting she is part of a larger group. The setting appears to be a road lined with green trees under natural daylight. Her race bib, 'E 16225 WAVE 2', is visible on her chest. The overall mood is triumphant and energetic.
0:04two women cheering
A medium close-up shot features two young women, likely in their 20s, cheering with open mouths. The woman in the foreground, with dark, straight hair, is wearing a black ribbed tank top layered under a mint green puffer vest. She holds a black smartphone in her right hand, positioned near her mouth as if recording or speaking into it. Her head is tilted slightly upwards, and her mouth is wide open in an excited expression. Behind her, another woman with dark hair wears a black t-shirt and also has her mouth open in a similar cheering pose. Both are looking up and slightly to the right. The background is a soft blur of green foliage under an overcast sky, suggesting an outdoor, possibly park, location. The lighting is soft and natural.
0:05man talking to camera
A medium close-up shot focuses on a Black man in his 40s or 50s, speaking directly to the camera. He has short, dark hair and striking light blue-green eyes. He is wearing a black zip-up New Balance jacket with a white collar, and a circular 'BROOKLYN HALF 2026' logo is visible on his left chest. His expression is engaging and friendly, with a slight smile. A small black lapel microphone is clipped to his jacket collar. The background is blurred, showing dense green trees and hints of a structure, typical of a park setting, under natural daylight. A blue text overlay appears at the bottom, stating: "We're taking on this amazing course from Prospect Park."
0:07runners in prospect park
This wide shot captures numerous runners participating in a race, moving along a wide road. The road is flanked by mature, vibrant green trees that create a canopy overhead. In the background, a grand, classical-style stone archway or monument is partially visible, adding a sense of place. The weather appears overcast, providing soft, diffused lighting. The runners are diverse, wearing various athletic attire. A large yellow text overlay, "FROM PROSPECT PARK," dominates the top of the frame, with the smaller phrase "down to the beach at Coney Island" positioned below, guiding the narrative of the race course.
0:10coney island finish line
An elevated wide shot presents a panoramic view of the Coney Island boardwalk, bustling with marathon runners approaching the finish line. The wooden boardwalk stretches into the distance, filled with participants. In the background, the iconic Wonder Wheel Ferris wheel and other vibrant amusement park attractions are clearly visible under an overcast sky. A large digital clock near the finish line shows '04:05', indicating the race time. Barriers and spectator crowds line the course. A large yellow text overlay, "TO CONEY ISLAND," is prominent at the top, while the caption "down to the beach at Coney Island" reiterates the location at the bottom, emphasizing the scenic end point of the race.
0:11runner drenched cheering
A medium shot shows a white woman with long, curly reddish-brown hair, running with arms outstretched in triumph and a wide, open-mouthed scream of joy. She is wearing a dark grey t-shirt and black athletic shorts, with a race bib 'E 32944' on her chest. Water is actively spraying all around her, drenching her and creating a shimmering effect, indicating she's just passed through a cooling station. Other blurred runners are visible in the background, also navigating the course. The setting appears to be an outdoor road lined with green foliage, under soft, natural lighting. A large yellow text overlay, "ONE LEGENDARY BOROUGH," is superimposed over the scene.
0:12pink clad runner pointed
A medium shot focuses on a Black woman with dark braided hair, wearing a vibrant pink sports bra and matching pink shorts. She wears a pink headband, dark sunglasses, and white in-ear headphones, maintaining a focused and determined expression as she runs. Behind and slightly to her left, a white man in a grey t-shirt and a baseball cap points forward with his right hand, seemingly encouraging or guiding. Both runners are in motion, with other blurred figures in the background on what appears to be a tree-lined road. The lighting is bright and natural. A large yellow text overlay, "ONE LEGENDARY BOROUGH," is prominently displayed across the bottom of the frame.
0:13man giving testimonial
A close-up shot features a white man in his 20s or 30s, speaking with a thoughtful and appreciative expression. He has a neatly trimmed beard and is wearing a red baseball cap and a blue t-shirt, with small black in-ear headphones visible. He is looking slightly upwards and to the right, suggesting he is reflecting on his experience. The background is a soft, blurry expanse of green trees, typical of an outdoor park setting under natural daylight. A blue text overlay at the bottom of the screen quotes him: "Brooklyn Half is, it's such an awesome course and then a really good time in general."
0:14overhead runners on bridge
This high-angle, wide shot provides an aerial perspective of numerous runners moving along a road, which appears to be under an overpass or bridge. The concrete walls of the structure rise on either side of the road, creating a confined, urban canyon effect. Above the walls, the lush green foliage of trees is visible against an overcast sky. The runners are spread out across the road, creating a dynamic sense of motion and scale. The lighting is diffused due to the cloudy conditions. A blue text overlay at the bottom of the screen reiterates the testimonial: "it's such an awesome course and then a really good time in general."
0:16two women high fiving
A medium shot captures two white women, both in their 20s or 30s, running side-by-side and sharing an enthusiastic high-five. They are both dressed in matching bright red athletic outfits, consisting of sports bras and shorts. Their faces are illuminated with wide smiles and expressions of joy, reflecting shared camaraderie and success. Other runners are visible, blurred, in the background, suggesting they are part of the larger race event. The setting appears to be an outdoor road under natural, bright lighting. A blue text overlay at the bottom of the screen quotes a testimonial: "it's such an awesome course and then a really good time in general."
0:17pace team leader celebrating
A medium shot focuses on a white woman, likely a pace team leader, running with immense joy and both arms raised high in a celebratory gesture. She is wearing a distinctive blue and white horizontally striped sleeveless top, black athletic shorts, sunglasses, and a cap. Her race bib, labeled 'PACE TEAM JO' and 'E 28355', is clearly visible on her chest and thigh. Her face is alight with a wide, open-mouthed smile, conveying pure elation and accomplishment. Other runners are blurred in the background, indicating the race environment. The lighting is bright and natural. A blue text overlay at the bottom of the screen states: "it's such an awesome course and then a really good time in general."
0:18spectators with funny signs
A medium close-up captures two young white women, likely spectators, cheering loudly and holding humorous, hand-drawn signs. The woman in the foreground wears a baseball cap and sunglasses, holding a sign that reads 'RUN IF YOU THINK WE'RE HOT'. The woman behind her, also in sunglasses, holds a sign that says 'SO WE CAN DRINK SOONER'. Both women have wide, open-mouthed expressions of excitement and are looking upwards, presumably at the passing runners or a jumbotron. The background shows a blurred urban environment with a building. The lighting is bright and natural, indicating an outdoor event. The color palette is bright with the white signs and natural tones of the clothing and environment.
0:19runner with medal testimonial
A close-up shot focuses on a Black man in his 30s or 40s, with short, neat braided hair and a well-groomed beard. He is wearing a black sleeveless running top with a subtle Nike swoosh logo on the shoulder, and a colorful race medal, likely from the Brooklyn Half, hangs around his neck. He is smiling widely, looking slightly off-camera, his eyes sparkling with a sense of accomplishment and pride. The background is a soft blur of a crowd, suggesting he is at the finish area of a race. The lighting is bright and natural. A blue text overlay at the bottom of the screen quotes him: "Coming to Coney Island."
0:20coney island finish line wide
A wide shot captures the excitement of a marathon finish line on the iconic Coney Island boardwalk. Numerous runners are in various stages of approaching and crossing the finish line, which is marked by a large overhead arch displaying "BROOKLYN HALF". In the background, the vibrant amusement park rides, including the Wonder Wheel Ferris wheel and roller coasters, stand tall under a bright, overcast sky. Digital clocks at the finish line display race times. Barriers delineate the course, and spectators line the route, adding to the energetic atmosphere. The predominant colors are the natural wood of the boardwalk, the bright colors of the amusement park, and the athletic gear of the runners. A blue text overlay reads: "the sights literally were impeccable."
0:21runner crossing finish line
A medium shot captures a white man, likely in his 20s or 30s, energetically crossing the finish line of the race. He is wearing a black sleeveless tank top, black shorts, and a race bib 'A 29596'. His arms are raised, and his face shows an expression of focused determination and relief as he passes under the 'BROOKLYN HALF' archway. Spectators are visible on both sides of the course, some cheering and others filming with their smartphones. The iconic Coney Island amusement park rides, including the Wonder Wheel, are in the background under a bright, overcast sky. The setting is the wooden boardwalk. A blue text overlay at the bottom reads: "the sights literally were impeccable."
0:23spectators filming cheering
A medium close-up shot focuses on a group of three women spectators enthusiastically filming the race with their smartphones. The woman in the foreground, an Asian woman in her 20s or 30s, wears a white visor, dark sunglasses, and a dark top. She holds a smartphone with a circular magnetic attachment on its back, capturing the action with a wide smile on her face. Beside and behind her, two other women are also smiling and holding up their phones to record. Their expressions are joyful and engaged. The background is a blurry crowd, indicating a lively event. The lighting is bright and natural. A blue text overlay reads: "and just the mental journey."
0:23runner with orange bow cheering
A medium shot captures a Black woman in her 20s or 30s, running with an expression of pure joy and accomplishment. She has dark, curly hair with a prominent orange bow tied in it. She is wearing a black sports bra and black athletic shorts, with a colorful fabric (possibly a flag or scarf) tied around her waist. Her arms are raised high in the air, fists clenched, and her mouth is wide open in a triumphant cheer or yell. Her race bib is attached to her shorts. Other blurred runners are visible in the background, indicating she is part of a larger race. The setting is an outdoor area, possibly the finish line, with natural lighting. A blue text overlay reads: "The big feeling of accomplishment."
0:25smiling male runner
A medium shot captures a large Black man in his 30s or 40s, walking with a broad, infectious smile towards the camera. He has a neatly trimmed beard and is wearing a black t-shirt with a race bib 'E 31607' prominently displayed on his chest. He is holding a smartphone in his left hand. His expression is one of immense happiness and satisfaction, suggesting he has just completed the race. The background is slightly blurred, showing a crowd of people and race infrastructure, indicating a post-race environment under bright, natural daylight. A blue text overlay at the bottom of the screen reads: "The big feeling of accomplishment."
0:26smiling female runner
A medium shot shows an Asian woman in her 20s or 30s, running with a wide, happy smile. Her dark hair is pulled back in a bun or ponytail. She is wearing a light purple sleeveless tank top, light pink athletic shorts, sunglasses, and a black hydration vest. Her arms are slightly outstretched, and her body language exudes a sense of positive energy and accomplishment. She runs towards the camera. The background is a blur of a wooden structure and other participants, suggesting she is near the finish line or post-race area on the Coney Island boardwalk. The lighting is bright and natural. A blue text overlay at the bottom of the screen reads: "The big feeling of accomplishment."
0:27end card call to action
The scene transitions to a static black end card with gold wavy line patterns at the very top and bottom, adding a decorative border. Centered on the screen is a circular white logo with a blue 'RBC' emblem and the text 'BROOKLYN HALF 2026'. Below this, the logo and text 'NYRR NEW YORK ROAD RUNNERS' are displayed. A prominent yellow rectangular button with the text 'APPLY TODAY' encourages viewer action. Finally, at the bottom, the date 'RUN 5.16.26' is presented in white text. The overall design is clean, professional, and directly communicates the event and a clear call to action for participation.
