Tuesday 2 October 2012

ADVERTISEMENTS - ANNOYING OR EFFECTIVE?


People say that advertising is the most powerful art form on Earth.


What makes an adverts effective?

Is it the mascot likeability? - Does the mascots/characters of the advert take over the main focus of the advert?











http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2XXskACWhm8

Or is the shock factor a great way to get the viewers attention? Does getting a fast reaction grasp the attention needed?















659 complaints (2011)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2oL_gXECtg

Or is it the catchy theme songs or annoying slogans?












http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F_-9QFvhQWo

Are the most remembered advertisements actually deserving of the recognition that they get?












http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qm5_Y6OvcS0