Top 10 Commercials From 2014
10:30 PM
I've been trying to come up with some original content for this blog, which is actually much harder than it sounds (which is why I didn't post Thursday-sorry). Everybody seems to be doing the same thing, and I've just been lacking inspiration. And when your creativity leaves you stranded, you sometimes find an unexpected path to help you out- in this case commercials. It's weird because I usually snob ads, and I'm sure I'm not alone. They're annoying; good as a snack break and nothing else. However, when a commercial is well made it leaves me breathless. They're totally underrated, so I thought I would share my favorite ones.
*in no particular order
1. Discovery Channel "I love the whole world" song
This was one of those love-at-first-sight kind of thing. The song is so catchy and fun and it always puts me in the best mood. This is a bit embarrassing, but I actually downloaded it on my phone and I listen to it when I'm sad. It puts things into perspectives and it reminds me that the world is an amazing place.
2. 'Always' #LikeAGirl
I'm sure that you all know about this commercial, as it went completely viral. It illustrates such an important concept that we forget. We misuse the expression "like a girl", and use it as a negative thing when it's not. 'Like a girl' should not be an insult; we should not put down girls.
3. Ikea 'experience the power of a bookbook' catalog
Let's change it up a bit. This is one of the funniest commercials I've ever seen. It's so sarcastic and well made. I thought it was a brilliant idea, and it puts our whole world into perspective.
4. First Moon Party
To stick to funny viral videos- the First Moon Party. I'm sure most of you have seen it. It's so funny but it also talks about an important issue. Periods should be something we talk about more; well...maybe not so much as to throw a party but still.
5. Sainsbury's Christmas 2014
Okay, I was very emotional when I watched this, but I cried. I swear. Actual tears were running down my cheeks. It's so well made, it feels like a mini movie not a commercial. It's so sweet and cute. I'm getting emotional again just thinking about it.
6. Verizon 'Inspire Her Mind'
Another feminist commercial, because it's important. What we say to young girls can affect them for the rest of their lives. We should never criticize somebody for being who they are and liking what they like. We must encourage all children to follow their dreams and work hard.
7. Most Shocking Second A Day Video
This is another viral hit. It gives me chills every time I see it. It illustrates how war is real. Just because it isn't happening where we live and we're lucky not to know it personally, doesn't mean it doesn't exist. It's an important issue that affects and ruins the lives of a big part of the world.
8. Dear Future Mom
Another one that made me cry. This was so heartwarming. It's an important issue- people with down syndrome are people too. I thought this was so cute, so go watch it!
9. Volkswagen 'Eyes on the Road'
This is the last viral one. I promise. If you haven't seen it, the whole commercial is a genius idea. Real people go to see a movie and there's a commercial of a car playing. Suddenly everybody gets a text message, and while they look down at their phones... well I don't want to spoil it. But let me just say, drinking and driving isn't safe. Don't do it.
10. Potty Mouthed Princesses
Okay I cheated. I put two in one, but they're the same thing. They're very controversial, I'm warning you, but I think it's good. It gets attention to important topics like feminism and domestic violence. Because really, what's worse? Children cursing or the gender discrimination in our society?
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