Tag Archives: Ad

Filming of Croissant Commercial in Chinatown?

Posted on January 11, 2015 by bookjunkie

The mine and the actress were brilliant and caught the eye of everyone in Chinatown at that time. My partner thought he saw a Delifrance logo, so is this a pastry commercial for Chinese New Year? We are very curious. … Continue reading →

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The Revolutionary 1984 Mac Ad

Posted on December 15, 2011 by bookjunkie

I may have seen this as a kid and most likely didn’t understand it. But it sure is amazing to watch decades later. If something can stand the test of time then it must really be great. What were your … Continue reading →

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Rootbeer Float at Happy Daze & Evil Goblins (Serangoon Gardens)

Posted on September 12, 2011 by bookjunkie

Had a rootbear float some time ago at Happy Daze, which is very close to the My Village mall in Serangoon Gardens. You’re right smack in the middle of the quiet residential estate. I sure miss A&W. The rootbeer flat … Continue reading →

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Too Much of An Imperialist Vibe?

Posted on July 19, 2011 by bookjunkie

We both just felt that this latest Louis Vuitton Ad Display had too much of an Imperialist vibe. Actually B pointed it out to me and I agreed.  The porter had that dejected, forlorn look as well, which compounds the … Continue reading →

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Singapore Then and Now: Singapore Girl TV Ads

Posted on April 8, 2011 by bookjunkie

Call me nostalgic, but I much prefer the old Singapore Airlines commercials from the 70’s. Especially the ones set in Singapore. The music as well. [youtube]RrI8DSCmRb4[/youtube] [youtube]VqpOnBq7o2k[/youtube] This is the latest ad. [youtube]fNEJrd6GkSY[/youtube]

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The iPad2 & the Coolest Ever Magnetic Cover: A Very Frail Steve Jobs Introduces New iPad to Standing Ovation

Posted on March 3, 2011 by bookjunkie

I am always so impressed by Steve Jobs’ presentations.  He is quite an inspiration. Was hoping the new iPad would be smaller, but at least it’s thinner and lighter. Steve Jobs demonstrates how it’s thinner than the iPhone, so that’s … Continue reading →

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Conan O’Brien Speaking Hindi in India

Posted on December 9, 2010 by bookjunkie

I am so impressed and I’m definitely team Conan. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wIZCtDJtFPw] And now watch the making of that incredible mini movie. Looks like it was shot in Jaipur. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FlzUdZWetK8]

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Scaring the Public To Sell a Product is Just Plain Dumb

Posted on October 14, 2010 by bookjunkie

Ok let me be more direct – I feel pissed. The idea is just plain dumb and inconsiderate. When I first heard about the escaped bear it seemed scary. I thought what if the bear got hold of a little … Continue reading →

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Diesel’s Stupid Campaign is Pretty Smart

Posted on August 1, 2010 by bookjunkie

I just adore innovative, imaginative ad campaigns and this is one of them. As a fan of the show, Mad Men, centered on the inner workings of an ad agency in the 50’s, I love seeing the conceptualization of  clever … Continue reading →

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Thai TV Ad: Green Tea Boobs

Posted on July 27, 2010 by bookjunkie

This is ridiculous, but fascinating at the same time. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pqx0wRUDKDA] If only it were that easy.

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My Mum’s Olivetti: New Love For An Old Typewriter

Posted on July 21, 2010 by bookjunkie

My Apple iMac is gorgeous. I was yearning for it for years before I got it, and there is no question that I love it. But you know what? It’s been hurting my eyes. The backlight on the screen, even … Continue reading →

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Vintage Ads: Singapore the sunny smile isle

Posted on July 20, 2010 by bookjunkie

Found this vintage Singapore tourism advert from 1974 where the catchphrase was Singapore the sunny smile isle.  Charming wasn’t it.   I think life was less stressful then and we probably smiled a whole lot more. Today the latest advertising … Continue reading →

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Spring Cleaning in Spurts

Posted on June 29, 2010 by bookjunkie

{Google Image} I am in the middle of spring cleaning. I had a sudden urge to de-clutter. You see, when I do get these urges, I become ballistic and clean in mad spurts. After an hour of it I get … Continue reading →

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I Want a George Clooney Espresso Maker

Posted on June 15, 2010 by bookjunkie

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=23j1B4-lroM] George Clooney plus John Malkovich equals brilliance! Seems like these two pros ad libbed the couch scene. If I had the red cube (that’s what they call it), I could have espresso everyday. My cousin bought one of these … Continue reading →

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