The Beastie Boys always come out with the most spectacular music videos, and their latest 'Don’t Play No Games That I Can’t Win' vid follows in that tradition by casting vintage G.I. Joe dolls. Who knew you could create such dramatic tension-utilizing dolls with permanently frozen faces?
The 'Don’t Play No Games That I Can’t Win' video is directed by none other than Spike Jones, a frequent collaborator of the Beastie Boys, and the track also features the vocal talents of songstress Santigold.
Implications - As computer graphics continue to saturate the media, consumers are growing tired of their aesthetic appeal, preferring the charm of images and videos with objects they can readily identify. Corporations looking to produce advertising campaigns may consider utilizing simplistic graphics which will save money and appeal to broader audiences.
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Don't Play No Games That I Can't Win
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