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business23 days ago•17 min saved

BMW Dash Ads Spark Backlash Over Spider-Man Tie-In

BMW owners are upset after the automaker began displaying third-party ads for Spider-Man: Brand New Day on dashboard screens in newer models, part of a Sony-Marvel partnership. The banner ads appear when the car starts and require clicking to watch the full video, with the promotion running through Aug. 10. Critics on social media call it dystopian and risky for normalization of in-car advertising, while BMW labels it a “special surprise” and has not yet commented on the backlash; BMW has previously said it wouldn’t sell dashboard ads.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#bmw #business #consumer-backlash

entertainment1 month ago•6 min saved

Elle Falls Short: Prime Video Prequel Fails to Capture Legally Blonde Spark

A new Prime Video prequel, Elle, follows Elle Woods in mid-1990s Seattle but critics find it thin, forced, and derivative of Legally Blonde; despite a capable cast and a second-season order, the show drags with lengthy episodes and heavy product placements, failing to recapture the original’s campy charm.

via TheWrap|

#elle-woods #entertainment #legally-blonde

entertainment2 months ago•3 min saved

Euphoria Finale Triggers Coca-Cola Product-Placement Debate

The Euphoria Season 3 finale sparked backlash over what fans see as heavy Coca-Cola product placement, with viewers accusing the episode of feeling like a long ad. While Coke appears in key moments, some fans note it also aligns with a narrative beat, and the debate has dominated social feeds across Reddit and other platforms.

via TVLine|

#coca-cola #entertainment #euphoria

gaming2 months ago•10 min saved

Funding games via product placement: ex-BioWare boss pitches a new model

Former BioWare/Anthem executive Mark Darrah argues that live-service games could be funded through product placement, citing the live‑action Smurfs film as an example that allegedly paid for itself this way. He suggests this model could protect player experience and curb over‑reliance on monetisation, while acknowledging broader debates about end‑of‑life plans for online games.

via Eurogamer|

#anthem #funding-model #gaming

technology4 months ago•3 min saved

GTA 6 Will Stay Brand-Free, Says Take-Two CEO

Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick says GTA 6 will not feature product placement or real-brand sponsorships, keeping the game's world fictional. He argues brands in-game are made up to preserve the property's purity. GTA 6 launches November 19 for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, with pricing described as 'reasonable.'

via GameSpot|

#brand-partnerships #gta-6 #product-placement

entertainment1 year ago•9 min saved

Brad Pitt Stars in Record-Breaking 'F1' Movie and Ad Campaigns

Apple's F1 movie, featuring Brad Pitt, has generated over $40 million in sponsorships from brands like Mercedes and IWC, blurring the lines between cinema and commerce and potentially shaping future film marketing strategies.

via Forbes|

#brad-pitt #brand-sponsorships #entertainment

business2 years ago•1 min saved

"Maximizing Marketing Potential: Leveraging A.I. for Product Placement and Content Generation"

A new form of product placement is emerging on social media platforms like TikTok and YouTube, where realistic-looking digital versions of products are being inserted into videos using A.I. technology. This trend offers a new revenue stream for creators and advertisers, and a start-up called Rembrand is at the forefront of this movement. The use of A.I. in product placements could potentially transform advertising, especially as marketers seek to engage younger audiences who often skip or ignore traditional ads.

via The New York Times|

#advertising #ai #business

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

Chris Pratt's Garfield Movie Trailer Reveals Iconic Feline's Monday-Hating Persona

Chris Pratt will voice Garfield in the upcoming animated comedy film, "The Garfield Movie." The trailer reveals an origin story for the grumpy orange cat and his love for Italian food, particularly lasagna. The movie follows Garfield and his adopted brother Odie as they embark on a hilarious heist after encountering Garfield's biological father. The star-studded cast includes Samuel L. Jackson, Hannah Waddingham, Ving Rhames, and Nicholas Hoult. The film, directed by Mark Dindal, is set to release on May 24, 2024, and features Easter eggs and product placement from Olive Garden.

via Polygon|

#animated-comedy #chris-pratt #entertainment

media-and-advertising3 years ago•4 min saved

Unveiling the Power and Controversy of Barbie

Product placement in films has become increasingly shameless and prevalent, with movies like Greta Gerwig's Barbie serving as a 114-minute advertisement for Mattel, containing multiple other adverts within it. This trend has picked up pace in recent years, with brands like Chevrolet, Chanel, TAG Heuer, and Birkenstock prominently featured. The effectiveness of product placement is evident, with increased interest and sales reported for the featured products. However, the extent of brand collaborations and payments for placement can be murky. Despite audience resistance in the past, recent surveys suggest that viewers are becoming more accepting of product placement in TV shows and films. With the rise of streaming platforms, product placement regulations vary, and the distinction between content and ads is blurring. As viewers increasingly skip ads, it seems that we are watching more ads than ever before.

via The Guardian|

#advertising #barbie #brands

entertainment3 years ago•2 min saved

"Gran Turismo: A Gamer's Journey from Virtual to Reality"

Gran Turismo, a film inspired by the real-life experiences of a British teenager turned racing driver through a Nissan-sponsored promotion, is criticized for its excessive and blatant product placement. The movie lacks naturalism in its storytelling and struggles to bring life to its characters. While special effects hint at the potential of embracing video game graphics, the film ultimately falls into blandness. The commercial aspect of the endeavor permeates the entire film, overshadowing any human touch.

via The Guardian|

#entertainment #film-review #gran-turismo

home-and-lifestyle3 years ago•2 min saved

"The Bear's Surprising Kitchen Staple and Season 2 Controversy"

The second season of FX's series The Bear featured a shout-out to Bar Keepers Friend Powdered Cleanser, a $6 cleaning product that shoppers say "completely removed stains" from kitchen appliances. The bleach-free cleanser is known for its effectiveness in removing rust, tarnish, mineral deposits, and tough stains from most surfaces. Shoppers have praised its performance, with one reviewer stating that it worked like a breeze and completely removed brown stains. Another shopper described it as a phenomenal household cleaning item, while a third shopper claimed it to be the best stainless steel cleaning product available.

via SheKnows|

#bar-keepers-friend #cleaning #home-and-lifestyle