Zombies Find Love with New Mobile Dating App

In recent years, the zombie population has multiplied on a global scale. Zombies now make up a significant part of society, starring in countless video games, movies and popular television shows. Though they love to feast on human flesh, we havewhole-heartedly embraced the zombie community, turning them into a culturalphenomenon.

Recognizing a massive opportunity in the marketplace for a dating service that catered to zombie singles, Noise developed ZombieConnect, the first official mobile dating app for the walking dead- available on iTunes, and coming soon to Android.

Not a zombie? Zombie Connect allows everyday people to zombify themselves, browse profiles of fellow flesh-eaters and connect via Facebook.

Whether you’re looking for long-term love, a casual date or just someone to eat brains with, Zombie Connect is the perfect platform for bringing decomposing corpses together. Testimonials are pouring in fromzombies like Gorey Gretta, who used Zombie Connect to meet her now husband Bloody Barry. As they celebrate their first wedding anniversary she could not be happier, explaining:

“Eeeeeiiiibllllaaaaaahhh! Baahhh! Baaahhh! Fhhhpphhhh, ddaamumumum- kebbbblluuh, fluuh, fluuh. Kaaaaaahh!!!” - Gretta

You can get the Zombie Connect app for free at the iTunes App store. Get it Here.

With so many zombie-related cultural festivities coming up this month (Halloween), there’s no better time for you to find your slowly rotting soul mate.

Credits:
Creative Ad Agency: Noise, Vancouver, BC. www.noisedigital.com

"Groceries With A Message" Battle On Facebook

The Biggest Dutch retailer Albert Heijn involves consumers in sustainable message with "Groceries with a message" battle on Facebook.

Yesterday Albert Heijn launched a Facebook app with an animation of two sustainable products battling for the most Facebook likes. Fans can vote by liking their favourite product. The sustainable product that receives the most likes will get a 50% discount in stores the week after. After the campaign, an infographic will be given back to the community, providing insights to the effects of the choice made by consumers.

Through this activation, but also by giving the opportunity to ask questions and give tips, Albert Heijn wishes to actively involve their customers in their sustainability message and inspire them to make sustainable choices. After all Albert Heijn feels that, together with their customers, they can make a difference.

The Facebook activation is part of the overall campain “Doing more. Simply at Albert Heijn”, wherein products communicate their sustainable message on receipts, plastic bags, stickers and trucks.

Credits:
Ad Agency: TBWA/NEBOKO
Client: Meike van Es - Vriesendorp, Sanne Swinkels, Fleur Bernhard
Creatives: Ivar van der Hove (CD), Bert Kerkhof (CD), Matthijs Schoo, Rogier Verbeek
Strategy: Marc Leurs, Mijntje Cuijpers
Account: Esther Brouwer, Danielle Tanchette, Danielle Jonk

Arby's Ask Canadians To "Believe The Unbelievable"

To prove how unbelievable Arby’s new Hot Turkey or Roast Beef Three Cheese & Bacon sandwich truly is, Blammo has enlisted the help of real people who’ve experienced UFO sightings, ghosts, or other paranormal activity. Through a series of documentary-style videos, we meet these individuals and hear their amazing supernatural tales. When each is asked about the new Three Cheese & Bacon from Arby’s, they simply can’t believe a sandwich like this actually exists.

Numerous individuals with tales of UFO, ghost, and Big Foot sightings were screened and interviewed prior to the selection of the final participants. The campaign was directed by Suneeva’s Shelley Lewis.

“Although we didn’t have the biggest budget for this particular promotion, we didn’t let that dictate our approach,” says Andrew Simon, Chief Creative Officer, Blammo. “Thanks to our amazing production partners we made the impossible possible.”

The Three Cheese & Bacon sandwich will be available in all Arby’s locations starting October 1st. Media includes in-store signage and digital support. The videos will be disseminated through Arby’s Facebook page and other social media channels.

Credits:
Client: Arby's
Campaign: Believe the Unbelievable
Titles: "Stafani & Wayne", "Paul", "Edd", "Seika"
Ad Agency: Blammo
Chief Creative Officer: Andrew Simon
Writers: Andrew Simon, Grant Cleland, Hannah Gourevitch, Amanda Tucci, David Taller
Art Director: Grant Cleland
Agency Producer: Gord Cathmoir
Account: Amy de Merlis
Production Company: Suneeva
Director: Shelley Lewis
Director of Photography: Todd M. Duym
Line Producer: Kristina Anzlinger
Editor: Michelle Czukar
Editorial Company: Panic & Bob
Online: Andrew Hobbs/Panic & Bob
Sound Design & Music: RMW Music

Microsoft Dons A Shiny New Logo Design

In advance of one of the most significant waves of product launches in Microsoft’s history, today they unveil a new logo.

It’s been 25 years since we’ve updated the Microsoft logo and now is the perfect time for a change. This is an incredibly exciting year for Microsoft as we prepare to release new versions of nearly all of our products. From Windows 8 to Windows Phone 8 to Xbox services to the next version of Office, you will see a common look and feel across these products providing a familiar and seamless experience on PCs, phones, tablets and TVs. This wave of new releases is not only a reimagining of our most popular products, but also represents a new era for Microsoft, so our logo should evolve to visually accentuate this new beginning. via Microsoft's Blog

Microsoft Chief Marketing Officer Chris Capossela opens the Microsoft Store in Boston, which dons the company's new logo, on Aug. 23, 2012.

James Franco "The Ultimate Multitasker" for the Samsung GALAXY Note 10.1

James Franco as himself in the new Samsung Galaxy Note commercial, "The Ultimate Multi-tasker" cooks the perfect egg, diagnoses a throat ailment, solves a complex mathematical equation, and sends himself a multimedia birthday gift reminder, and more.

James Franco, the ultimate multitasker, reveals how he's able to do so much with his time and how the GALAXY Note 10.1 helps him accomplish it all.

The Samsung GALAXY Note 10.1 is outfitted with the functionality and precision of a pen and paper on a generous 10.1-inch display, providing endless possibilities to elevate a user's creativity and productivity.

Featuring an intuitive user experience and armed with superior hardware performance, the GALAXY Note 10.1 is designed to simplify idea capturing, information access, and multi-tasking, making each easier and faster.

Credits:
Ad Agency: Cheil USA
Directed by James Franco.

Xtreme Booking 2 "Running with the Bulls" | Epic App Test

So how do test a new app in today's modern world? Well, in the case of Hotels dot Com Extreme Booking campaign you head to Pamplona, Spain and have Señor Andy Bell book his hotel while running with the bulls.

Running with the bulls is an adventure. Doing it while attempting to book a hotel with the Hotels.com mobile app? Extreme.

The running with bulls is the second by ad agency Y&R for Hotels.com, the first Extreme Booking was a skydiving adventure (below) where a Mr. JT Holmes went skydiving in Lake Tahoe and successfully booked a hotel room on with his mobile app before he landed.



Credits:
Created by the Ad Agency: Young & Rubicam, Chicago.

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Norfolk Southern "City of Possibilities" TV Commercial

The new ad for Norfolk Southern: "City of Possibilities," showcases the transformative power freight shipping. Using a balance of cutting-edge visual effects and whimsical charm, the spot seamlessly blends mesmerizing CGI characters into a live action world. The ad features a young boy playing with his model train set before going to bed, once asleep the toy train and the rest of toys come to life transforming his bedroom into a whimsical paradise...awesome ad, makes feel like a kid again.

Below, a look behind the scenes at what went into the process of creating the epic Live-Action/CGI commercial.



Credits:
Produced, designed and directed entirely by The Mill, NY
Ad Agency: RP3, Maryland.

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Axe Anarchy | AXE Has An Island, Seriously - Chaos Island

Axe has an Island, seriously they did. Promoting the His and Hers Axe Anachy the one-minute commercial entitled "Supplies," a speedboat speeds across the cerulean seas of the Caribbean to a soundtrack that would make any Miami Vice fan excited. The Axe ad also features an array of characters from girls pillow fighting, bartenders, masseuses, and pizza delivery guys all on their way to the Chaos Island.

Credits:
Ad Agency: BBH London
Directed by Tim Godsall.
via:Fastcocreate.com

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Jessica Alba "The Next Level" for the 2013 Lexus RX F Sport

Roadside Entertainment recently turned to MindSmack’s editing and post talent for the inspiring digital campaign “The Next Level” for Lexus. Working in close collaboration with Roadside Entertainment, MindSmack Editor Paul DiNatale helped shape short documentary vignettes that showcase the entrepreneurial spirit of eight celebrity business owners from a variety of industries. The films feature luminaries Russell Simmons, Grant Achatz, Padma Lakshmi, Steve Stoute, Rachel Roy, Jessica Alba, Alexandra Wilkis Wilson, and Adam Rapoport. These entrepreneurs elevate industry standards as they each strive to achieve “the pursuit of perfection.” Being fearless, bold and forging new roads to success is the ‘through-line’ with each filmed portrait, and this sentiment dominates this compelling campaign.

See more of the campaign here.

"Lexus wanted to do a series of short films about pioneers in all walks of life and how they approach the challenge of reaching the next level,” notes Director Ron Yassen. “We needed to book, shoot, and edit eight high-profile pieces in three months in order to launch the campaign, so our production timeline was quite difficult. MindSmack's team of editors and artists helped us realize our creative vision, kept us on track and on budget, and made the campaign a huge success.”

“These spots were a fun challenge to work on, getting the messaging just right in a fairly short segment can be tricky; but working with EP John Hirsch and his crew made our job here at MindSmack a breeze,” comments Editor Paul DiNatale, who has edited acclaimed work for ESPN, CBS, ABC, HBO, USA Nickelodeon, TruTV, VH1, Showtime and more.

Credits:
Production Company: Roadside Entertainment
Director: Ron Yassen
Executive Producers: John Hirsch, Cash Warren
Post-Production Company: MindSmack
Creative Editor: Paul DiNatale
Colorist: Dario Bigi
Sound Mixer: Brian Rund

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"The Lego Story" 80th Birthday Animated Web Film Celebration

As LEGO celebrates its 80th Birthday, they take a look back at its history with this short great animated web film entitled "The Lego Story".

The animated video describes the life of Danish toymaker Ole Kirk Christiansen, who created the company in 1932, and his son Godtfred, Lego’s second owner, from the perspective of current owner Kjeld, the founder’s grandson.

Ever wonder how the name "Lego" came to be? The name "LEGO" comes from the two Danish words "leg" and "godt", which translates to "play well".

Credits:
Created by Lani Pixels

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11 Classic Alka Seltzer Ads

11. Mamma Mia That's a Spicy Meatball - The 1969 Classic Alka Seltzer Commercial

The classic ad directed by Howard Zieff features what could very well be my own sweet grandparents and some spicy meatballs right front Nonna's kitchen.

10. Alka-Seltzer, 1972 - "I Can't Believe I Ate The Whole Thing"

Ralph can't believe he ate the whole thing, and just to reassure him his darling with is there to remind him he did.

9. The Vintage "Speedy" sings Oh What A Relieve It is


8. No Matter What Shape Your Stomach Is In, Alka Seltzer is there for you.

This commercial first aired in the fall of 1964 and then later again in color in early 1966.

7. Alka Seltzer's Talking Stomach

Gene Wilder is the voice of the "stomach" in this commercial, and it was designed and animated by R.O. Blechman, first aired in 1967.

6. Alka Seltzer's Invents The Blues and Calls it The Blahs

Another brilliant animated spot featuring the voice of Gene Wilder.

5. When You Eat Something You Shouldn't Have...

...and then get on a boat Alka Seltzer is there for ya. This ad featured the voice over by by Sir Donald Sinden.

4. The Bad Cook...Alka Seltzer Concurs Love For You

This gem featured a young couple played by Alice Playten and Terry Kiser. Ah the dumplings.

3. The Inmate's Want Their Alka Seltzer Now

From around 1968ish, one of favorite Seltzer ads.

2. Timmy Rogers and Sammy Davis Jr. Do The Plop Plop Fizz Fizz

From 1978, Sammy enlightens Timmy to the benefits of Alka Seltzer when you eat and play too hard.

1. A Little History Recap On The Good Old Plop Plop Fizz Fizz From CBS.

Over 80 years ago, Miles Laboratories introduced a new antacid, Alka Seltzer and all these years later we still reach for it when our stomachs give us trouble.

The Ads are in no particular order or preference, just some gems I enjoy sitting back and watching occasionally. Most of the Alka Seltzer ads are the work of the ad agencies: Wells, Rich, Greene; Jack Tinker & Partners and Doyle Dane Bernbach.

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Apple Genius TV Ads | Mayday | Labor | Basically

This is the Apple Genius.

The Genius knows Mac.

And, these are the newest TV spots for Apple that aired last night
during the 2012 London Olympics opening ceremony.
The Apple Genius, sporting the signature blue Apple T-shirt is there when
they need him most in the three commercials, "Mayday", "Basically" and
"Labor" all below.

Could this young looking Matthew Broderick be the face of Apple's ad campaign of the future?

Apple | Mac | "Mayday" TV Ad
The Apple Genius shows a fellow passenger how easy it is to make great home movies with iMovie. All before the tray tables are returned to their upright position.


Apple | Mac | "Basically" TV Ad
the Apple Genius points out there are a lot of things that separate a Mac from an ordinary computer, like great apps that come built in.


Apple | Mac | "Labor" TV Ad
The Apple Genius shows a soon-to-be father all the amazing things he can make with iPhoto, just before his wife goes into labor.

Credits:
Ad Agency:   TBWAMedia Arts Lab

MINI USA "Win Small" music by Living Things | Extended Version

MINI reminds us how sometimes big things come in small packages through this action-packed ad. The spot features some powerful characters with examples of the timeless adage in a new commercial for MINI. The commercial music is by Living Things and the song title is "Bombs Below".

WIN SMALL. Get behind the movement and join us in celebrating those who dream big no matter what their size. MINI is a proud partner of Team USA and a fan of all those who defy the odds. After all, Small's victories are always sweeter.

Credits:
Client: MINI USA
Spot Title: "Win Small"
Agency: Butler, Shine, Stern & Partners
Production Company: Tool
Director: Geordie Stephens
Executive Producers: Brian Latt, Dustin Callif, Oliver Fuselier
Editorial Company: Beast SF
Editor: Doug Walker

New Partnership at Drugfree Org Web Film

Nice Shoes recently shot and animated a film for The Partnership at Drugfree.org to help convey the organization's message of the benefits of athletic mentorship and positivity. Through interviews with kids, teenagers, adults and professional NBA coaches Avery Johnson and Lionel Hollins, the importance of healthy competition among kids, teens and young adults was brought to life through first-person stories.

Nice Shoes handled the production, edit and post duties and filmed the kids at the Nice Shoes insert stage. The company then tapped into its post-production expertise to place those featured into a pencil-drawn, cell-animated world.

"Our goal in designing the graphic treatment was to create a visually interesting presentation - something that conveyed both the energy and the common but extraordinary experience of playing sports," noted Nice Shoes Director/CD Brian Bowman.

The video was featured as a visual centerpiece of The Partnership at Drugfree.org's inaugural "All-Star Tasting" event, a unique gathering of all-star athletes and celebrity chefs that took place at Astor Center in New York City on June 27, 2012.

"When you're working with an organization that is advancing such a great cause, there is an extra bit of gratification," stated Bowman. "The fact that we could handle every part of the process from concept to completion is a tremendous source of pride for everyone here at Nice Shoes."

Credits:
Client: The Partnership at Drugfree.org
Production/Post Production: Nice Shoes
Director: Brian Levi Bowman
Art Director: Lucien Yang
Producer: Kristen Martini
Designer: Kit Lam
Animator: Andy Mai
Animator: Seehun Jeon
Editor: Brian Bowman
Sound Design and Mix: Sound Lounge

Attribution: Written content created by TRUST: http://www.trustcollective.com
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The Switch Heineken Commercial

Heineken creates yet another great ad, "The Switch" with an even better commercial song. The Switch features the music of Clairy Browne & the Bangin' Rackettes song "Love Letter."

Credits:
Heineken ad 'The Switch': The perfect beer calls for the perfect bar. #theswitch

Music: Clairy Browne & the Bangin' Rackettes - Love Letter
Agency: TBWA\NEBOKO
Director: Martin Krejci

Lipton Ice Tea "Waterfall" Commercial

Lipton Ice Tea takes us to a beautiful "Waterfall" in the newest TV spot directed by Paul Middleditch.

Credits:
Agency: DDB Paris
Client: Lipton Ice Tea
Creative Director: Nick Bell
Creative Director: Pierrette Diaz
Creative Director: Matthieu Elkaim
Copywriter: Francois Guyomard
Art Director: Nicolas Berthier
Agency Producer: Lucinda Ker
Prod. Co.: Plaza Films
Director: Paul Middleditch

New GALAXY S III Official TV Commercial - Extended Version

Two minute extended version of the new Samsung GALAXY S III TV ad.
It understands you. A touching proposal at the airport, sharing what's in your heart. A joyous marriage, capturing your best side. It responds to your voice. It helps you keep track of loved ones. It lets you do two things at once.

British Airways London 2012 Advert - London Calling

New TV advert for British Airways features the song by The Clash "London Calling," and urges the Brits not to fly, rather to stay put and cheer on their Olympians.

Credits:
Ad Agency: BBH

Pride Toronto "Together" Stories by Pride & Google+

Pride Toronto and Google+ present "Together," a series of films by award-winning director Jeff Feuerzeig, with music performed by Stephin Merritt of The Magnetic Fields.

Credits:
Advertising Agency: Entrinsic, Canada
Executive Creative Director: Anthony Wolch
Copywriter: Kyle Carpenter
Production Company: Sons & Daughters
Director: Jeff feuerzeig
Editor: Danica Pardo
Post Production: Crush Inc.
Music Performed by: Stephin Merritt / The Magnetic Fields
Music Supervision: Vapor Music

New Apple MacBook Pro "Every Dimension" TV Ad

Apple introduces the radical new MacBook Pro with a simple yet powerful new TV Commercial. With breakthrough performance, stunning Retina display and an impossibly thin design, it's innovation in every dimension.

Credits:
Ad Agency: TBWA\Media Arts Lab