Category Archives: Ads of the week

I dont know why, but i want it.

We all like to think that we are rational beings. We weigh up the pro’s and con’s of everyday decisions and take comfort in the fact that we make choices based on logic. Thats the mature thing to do, isnt … Continue reading

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Man vs Plane

Advertiser: British Airways Uploaded: July 31 Viral Elements: Celebrity, Epic Clever ad from BA featuring Bryan Habana vs their latest jumbo jet, to advertise the launch of a new route to South Africa. My only issue with it is its … Continue reading

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NAB Honest Credit Cards

Advertiser: NAB (Australian Bank)  Uploaded: June 17 Viral Elements: Humour, Empathy To launch NAB’s “honest” credit cards, they have released this hidden camera styled ad where unsuspecting shoppers are ambushed with accolades having handed in a pair of “lost” sunglasses. One … Continue reading

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When you have a winner, build on it.

After the Christmas hiatus (and a few WordPress issues!) I am back to blog in 2012. Advertiser: VW Uploaded: Jan 18, 2012 Viral Elements: Humour, unexpectedness, dogs (everyone loves a dog clip!) and previous viral kudos. VW are back in … Continue reading

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Nando’s Last Dictator Standing

Advertiser: Nando’s Uploaded: Nov 24, 2011 Viral elements: humour, current events, tongue in cheek, controversy. This commercial hits a funny nerve by tapping into the spirit of our times. Zimbabwe’s President Mugabe, reflects on the fun times had with the … Continue reading

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