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Amy Schumer and Anna Kendrick Star in the Latest MTV Promo

Comedian and MTV Movie Awards Show host Amy Schumer meets Anna Kendrick in this hilarious MTV promo, and it's nothing short of uncomfortable.

Schumer is super-chummy right off the bat, frightening Kendrick with her touchy-feely approach and immediate declaration of best friendship. She goes on to ask Kendrick if she's related to rapper Kendrick Lamar, prompting the actress to ask, "Do you know how first names work?" The whole interaction is sure to make viewers feel awkward just by just watching it (albeit a hilarious sort of discomfort).

Though the awards won't take place until April, it's never too early to get the ball rolling when it comes to generating media attention, and this MTV promo will certainly do the trick!

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Humor in Marketing
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Who This Affects Most

Marketing and Advertising
This trend may disrupt the traditional methods of advertising.
Entertainment
This trend may inspire more celebrities to participate in unique promotional stunts to promote their work.
Retail
Brands in the retail industry may consider incorporating humor in their advertising campaigns to better engage their audience.
SCORE
0.3 out of 10
GENDER
30% Men70% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, Europe, Asia
GENERATION
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen Z (primary audience)
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 1%
Activity 1%
Freshness 8%

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