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By David Burn
By David Burn
MINI agency BSUR Amsterdam, director Brian Beletic and Sway Studios of Los Angeles set out to creatively demonstrate the Countryman's dexterity -- a car that can both navigate urban environments and allow the imagination of the getaway seeker free reign. So what do you think? Is your imagination primed and your heart set on a weekend in the country? …
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By David Burn
This "virtual date" brought to you by Johnson & Johnson and BBDO Toronto. …
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By David Burn
ConAgra Foods, which owns Chef Boyardee, is running two campaigns at once. The spots above from Venables Bell & Partners are running in conjunction with the "Obviously delicious. Secretly nutritious." campaign from DDB West, which launched last year. [via Adweek] …
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By David Burn
I adore this lead from Brandfreak writer, T.L. Stanley: "A word of warning: If you're on an acid trip right now, or think of taking a tab, don't watch these ads." The new Quiznos ad comes from WongDoody, an agency known for its excellent work. But this time they haven't won the critics over. Tim Nudd of Adfreak says, "Quiznos is under the mistaken impression that people actually like its new commercials." What …
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By David Burn
Seattle-based Creature is unleashing Pacifico's new experiential and content play, WebTrek. WebTrek is online journey that parallels the real-life story captured in the surfing documentary, Grey Whale Sessions. The film's trailer serves as a jumping off point into the online version of a Pacifico journey which requires some creative problem solving to find your way down the trail and complete the story. Those who …
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By David Burn
Nissan is "shifting" its brand advertising. The number three best selling Japanese car company wants to focus its message on innovation now. The first of the new "innovation" ads debuts Aug. 28 during the ESPN College Football Preview Show. According to The New York Times, actor Robert Downey Jr. is the new voice-over announcer for the campaign. There's also a new tagline, "Innovation for All," which is weak, …
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By David Burn
Rebecca Cullers of Adfreak isn't sure what the following Diet Mountan Dew spot is trying to say. Perhaps I can assist Cullers and any others that may be wondering what it's all about. If you want to soar with the eagles, you need to drink a soda with talons. …
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