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Witty Wildlife Commercials

Slash and Betty White for the LA Zoo Promo is Goofy and Fun

— March 31, 2012 — Pop Culture
Slash and Betty White teamed up to promote the newest exhibit at the LA Zoo -- the LAIR. The Living Amphibians, Invertebrates, and Reptiles exhibit houses 60 different species of rare and endangered species.

The commercial opens with Slash and Betty gaping at two lizards behind glass. Their awe-struck expressions shift and change as they watch the calm reptiles. Betty suddenly exclaims, "Gorgeous!" Slash responds just as enthralled, "That's just gorgeous." The comedic timing of the pair is brilliant. The juxtaposition of the two figures is goofy, but once you have Slash openly admiring the beauty of nature there's a certain dry humor that can't be overlooked. The two lizards gaze back at Slash and Betty White, and simply respond "Weird." "Super weird."

The LAIR commercial is goofy and fun, alluring the audience for some old-fashion good times.
Trend Themes
1. Celebrity Collaborations - The partnership between Slash and Betty White for the LA Zoo commercial showcases the trend of celebrity collaborations in marketing campaigns.
2. Interactive Animal Exhibits - The LAIR exhibit at the LA Zoo highlights the trend of interactive animal exhibits, providing opportunities for immersive experiences and education.
3. Humorous Advertising - The comedic and goofy nature of the LA Zoo commercial reflects the trend of humorous advertising, engaging audiences through laughter and entertainment.
Industry Implications
1. Zoos and Wildlife Parks - The LA Zoo's promotion of the LAIR exhibit demonstrates the potential for disruptive innovation in the zoos and wildlife parks industry by leveraging celebrity endorsements and comedy in marketing strategies.
2. Entertainment and Marketing - The use of celebrities like Slash and Betty White in commercials presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the entertainment and marketing industry, exploring new ways to captivate audiences and create memorable campaigns.
3. Experiential Education - The interactive and educational aspects of the LAIR exhibit align with the trend of experiential education, offering disruptive innovation prospects for industries focused on interactive learning and educational programs.
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