Yeah… So this isn’t too geek related, but it does have something to do with director/producer Robert Rodriguez (Sin City, Grindhouse, Predators) so you just have to bear with it. Also, I’m a die hard fan of the LOS ANGELES LLLAAAAAKKKKKKKEEEEEEERRRRRRSSSSSSSSSSSS!!! During the NBA All-Star weekend, Nike premiered a short called “The Black Mamba” starring Kobe Bryant of the LOS ANGELES LLLAAAAAKKKKKKKEEEEEEERRRRRRSSSSSSSSSSSS!!! If you were not aware, Kobe’s nickname is “The Black Mamba” hence the title of the short. The mini-movie was developed and directed by Robert Rodriguez. So with all Rodriguez projects, you have your cameos. Contesting Kobe’s reign in the NBA are “The Crippler” played by Danny Trejo (Machete), Mr. Suave played by Bruce Willis, and Kanye West as “The Boss”. Each of these baddies are here to stop the Black Mamba and collect his shoes as a trophy. Applying Robert Rodriquez’s talent for violence and action in film into a Nike commercial seems like a weird idea, but the end result is quite entertaining. Outside of Kobe’s medicore acting, it was fun to watch. Especially due to the fact that I’m a fan of Kobe and the LOS ANGELES LLLAAAAAKKKKKKKEEEEEEERRRRRRSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!
Hit the jump to check out Robert Rodriquez’s ‘The Black Mamba” short
