WorldH2ODay.org Uses Alfred Hitchcock To Scare You Into Action
Vincent Salera — March 25, 2009 — Social Good
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The latest commercials for clean water preservation include a “Psycho†inspired original video from GOOD. The message is that American culture wouldn't have been the same without clean water.
The editing in this commercial is superb; if you didn't know better, you might even think Alfred Hitchcock himself directed it. Graphic? Yes, but for a good cause.
Implications - Access to fresh water is increasingly becoming a vital global concern, so advertisements that take this issue as seriously as this ad does are bound to become increasingly more common as the future unfolds. By adopting a horror film-esque style, important points can be driven home on a more visceral level than if they are merely explained or preached and this is a fact the minds behind this ad clearly are aware of.
The editing in this commercial is superb; if you didn't know better, you might even think Alfred Hitchcock himself directed it. Graphic? Yes, but for a good cause.
Implications - Access to fresh water is increasingly becoming a vital global concern, so advertisements that take this issue as seriously as this ad does are bound to become increasingly more common as the future unfolds. By adopting a horror film-esque style, important points can be driven home on a more visceral level than if they are merely explained or preached and this is a fact the minds behind this ad clearly are aware of.
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Horror-inspired Advertising — Exploring horror film-esque styles in advertising can help drive important messages on a visceral level.
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Water Preservation Awareness — Advertisements emphasizing the importance of clean water preservation are likely to become more common in the future.
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Creative Editing in Commercials — The use of superb editing techniques in commercials can enhance their impact and engagement with audiences.
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