Eleven prize-winning television commercials, grouped according to their persuasive intent, provide an entertaining and informative look into the business of advertising. From automobiles to insurance, from cameras to cologne, these vignettes illustrate the manner in which products are promoted all over the world. With no narration other than that contained in the commercials, each segment speaks for itself. Through imaginative animation and creative dramatisation, these messages accomplish their purpose by entertaining, educating, informing, using seductive overtones, etc. Suitable for middle and upper secondary levels.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
011235
Language
English
Subject categories
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Advertising
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Television
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Television advertising
Documentary → Documentary films - United States
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Advertising
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)
16mm film; Preservation Print (Section 5)