When people filed complaints, a company statement insisted that they designed the advertisement, one of a series at the time, to build tension and not frighten viewers. We are the ones who start forest fires (to be precise, its our cigarettes that are causing forest fires). Hes an outsider, and cool, and he cant be restrained by any laws of social convention! END IT with Jake From State Farm getting a special Emu and Gekko Pizza with everything heaped on top, with the girly beta male delivery boi Bud Bundy look alike saying YOURE DA MAN! Finally, show Jake puking after biting into the pizza, with the Dominos Noid and Mohair laughing at them. But she ended up spilling the beans on one of the most embarrassing chapters of her life instead. , Here are the lyrics for you. I hate any insurance ad. Its all about our creations being funny, awesome and cool!!11! While I dont agree with Adelle; this commercial is creepy and not at all humorous. (LogOut/ The song was a poke at Thatcherism when it was released, and for those of us that liked the song when it came out, we are the current 45-55 demographic. Courtney told Cosmopolitan that she doesn't mind hitting certain life milestones later than others. Bei der Nutzung unserer Websites und Apps verwenden wir, unsere Websites und Apps fr Sie bereitzustellen, Nutzer zu authentifizieren, Sicherheitsmanahmen anzuwenden und Spam und Missbrauch zu verhindern, und, Ihre Nutzung unserer Websites und Apps zu messen, personalisierte Werbung und Inhalte auf der Grundlage von Interessenprofilen anzuzeigen, die Effektivitt von personalisierten Anzeigen und Inhalten zu messen, sowie, unsere Produkte und Dienstleistungen zu entwickeln und zu verbessern. Someone rightly said that this advertisement is perhaps the worst advertisement ever by a toy brand. Need a graphic logo overlay at the bottom through the video, or something. The music, the car, the hood ornament. And then she pulls off her mask and reveals herself as Smokey the Bear, who says if you know it was me, would you have listened? Fair point, but you didnt have to make Joanna Cassidy have that piercing and menacing look. And how hard would it have been? Sugar Coated Rice Krinkles was a cereal available until 1969. Think I heard they went out of business. Like State Farm changed Jake. January 28, 2023, 4:29 pm, by Ive got the brains youve got the looks lets make lots of money . Im not talking about the usual clichd scenes. Hell, you hardly see white guys in commercials anymore anyway unless theyre bumbling fools. IT CREEPED ME OUT AS WELL, I MEAN IT IS AN ALLSTATE COMMERCIAL, I DONT GET THE CORRELATION,CAR ORNAMENT LOOKED CREEPY,TRYING TO FIND OUT THE EXACT LYRICS-YOU GOT THE DRIVE, I GOT THE BRAIN , LETS MAKE LOTS OF MONEY-I GUESS. Love the Allstate commercial. This ad was released in the 1980s when Kleenex aired this Japanese commercial for their tissues which was found by most of its viewers very disturbing. I think this is the best commercial ever I think the actor is sexy hood ornament is so cute. I hope they bring the other ad back. Its FUN. The hood ornament looks like the Cadillac flying goddess of the 1940s. I quit all of my other day jobs for good.". Yes, it was creepy when I fist saw it. Congratulations, Norma. In the background we hear a creepy version of Jane and Bartons Its a Fine Day.. What a great idea!! So why do these ads make bike lovers look so goofy? (LogOut/ This breaking news is brought to you by Progressive Insurance and Motaur, the undocumented dark horse of the Apocalypse that's a sure sign the end is near. creepy progressive commercialHajj & Umrah Services. The kernel of the Motaur idea that motorcycle lovers are inseparable from their bikes is a good one. I agree. The King then gives this man a breakfast sandwich and the man happily munches on it. . This commercial featured a beautiful woman dressed in white robes, sitting next to a young child who will either remind you of a vegetable or the devil himself. From Progressive's PR firm: "Riders don't just "like" their bike - they eat, sleep and breathe motorcycles. Very artistic. Extremely disrespectful. Smokey Bear: Ripping off skin. I am a California connection to the site. As the number one motorcycle insurer in the U.S., Progressive Insurance today. Now that is REALLY disturbing and should be removed! And running a motorcycle INSIDE a Gym? Right you are, Jason. Rock stars are infamous for their insatiable appetites for all things in excess. Any publicity is good publicity. Excellent interpretation! He heads back down the stairs with the Gecko following closely behind. Are all those animated creations creepy, too? Thanks. Its a fantastic ad & Im always irritated that it doesnt go on longer. Progressive's 'Motaur' ads are too clever by half Racial tensions are rising as American cities burn. In a May 2019 story, Absurd Motorcycle-Human Hybrid Isnt Even Funny, author Kate Murphy says of Progressive and Motaur, Theyre trying, but maybe a little too hard. The article is an honest and unvarnished perspective from someone who is very much in tune with the rider community at large. Have you ever seen a monster before dancing across a dance floor? And she's been continuing that role for over a decade, and has grown a cult following for her character. Im not a fan at all of the ad. 1. There is something dour and offputting about the Motaur I mean, besides the fact that hes just plain creepy. It reminds me of something a freelance copywriter said to me long ago when I was an underappreciated in-house writer toiling in his shadow. This is following the same trend. So-Hi was known for his prominently Chinese accent and his hat which was essentially a bowl full of rice. https://www.ispot.tv/ad/ZLJj/progressive-small-business-insurance-good-morning, https://www.google.com/search?gs_ssp=eJzj4tFP1zcsNjAzjS8zSTdg9JIuSC1RKM7IL1BIyq8sVsgvKMgvKinNyyzJTC0GACdtDuY&q=pet+shop+boys+opportunities&oq=Pet+shop+boys&aqs=chrome.2.0i355i433j46i433j46j0j46j0j69i61l2.6125j0j7&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8#wptab=s:H4sIAAAAAAAAAONgVuLRT9c3LDYwM40vM0l_xOjJLfDyxz1hKYdJa05eY7Ti4grOyC93zSvJLKkU0uFig7KUuASkUDRqMEjxcaGI8Oxi0ktJTUsszSmJL0lMsspOttLPLS3OTNYvSk3OL0rJzEuPT84pLS5JLbLKqSzKTC5exKpUkFqiUJyRX6CQlF9ZrJBfUJBfVFKal1mSmVqsAFEEALcBhqayAAAA. Thanks for taking the time to comment! The guy in the car is perfect.the blend is unbelievable 1930 Buick hood emblem is great. Like so many ads today, these spots make the advertiser look unserious and the target audience look silly. Thats precisely the problem with the ad industry today. Based on this campaign, Id guess not many. But your bosses dont want that from me at all. Is he trying hook up with the car/ornament from behind with the "Ugh! Vince Offer is and actor, producer and infomercial star. Nope. Yup, Im plenty Cranky. 414. Are there any other creepy advertisements that we have missed? Who is the driver? Before Chucky and that clown from Poltergeist who sent shivers down everyones spine, existed Baby Laugh A-Lot. I also find the hood ornament creepy. The hood ornament singing reminds me of Anna Francis from the show Mom. In truth, Krinkles wasnt supposed to be scary. Now it is trending into black-white relations. Its ambition in catchy music! Maybe you should be in the business! Whats really creepy is the Progressive commercial with the half man half motorcycle to emulate a Centaur. Dont you get it? Very addictive to watch. https://www.patreon.com/tuvToday, we will be talking about creepy/disturbing . Hi, Chameleon. I dont think Ive seen the ads you mentioned. My headache completely gone. V-V. Fair question, SweetDoug. The guy who tortures them stopped by my blog site to laugh at my enemies. being a Motaur?. "Get in the house, Sarah!," urges Charlie to his wife, wisely . Sad, sorry, disgusting, and depressing. This commercial makes no sense what-so-ever. It reflects and celebrates the life. SO Mystere it was! Stay tuned . Voice of hood ornament sounds alot like Amy Poehler, amirite? In 1973, a public service announcement released by the National Association of State Foresters (NASF) featured Joanna Cassidy as Smokey Bear. Thankfully, the company decided to make their mascot more pleasant-looking with time. I'm a late bloomer. Not to mention youre the man and his sleazy response. do you mind not being a Motaur?. Very cool! The advertisement created by Remco featured a doll that did not just laugh but laughed like a drain, at once reminding one of all the evil forces in the world. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. I to look for remote to change channel. I think the Allstate Water Nymph on the T.V. !the girl blinks how did they make it ? Thanks for stopping by! The creepiest commercial I can recall? Wouldnt that resonate more with the target audience than a silly CGI contrivance like Motaur? Answer (1 of 4): Yes, but Progressive sort of pushes the envelope in the US with its ads. In this spot, Motaur sits atop a desert mesa beside a guy on a bike (the now-obligatory white beta male). Thanks for your article and all the search about the car and the hood ornament involved in this ad. He also wore a pretty weird hat on his head. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DUCu_9GoTJI. ENOUGH with that ALLSTATE COMMERCIAL and STUPID SONG. Its about a company selling its product using humor and music to sell it. We all wish they would go away. Believe it or not, this commercial was made in the 1970s supposedly for the purpose of entertaining children. https://www.ispot.tv/ad/ZLJj/progressive-small-business-insurance-good-morning, I absolutely love this commercial! Do they require both food and gas? Diet Dr. Pepper. Mystere was already taken at WordPress, so myfoxmystere was the next choice. Some have their eyes closed. Nah. However, I dont think you have, or should have, a litiigeous occasion with Motour. Keep up with Karen on blondeinthewind.wordpress.com. Ladies love bikes as well. Are they for sale? What I want to know is what kind of mc is the lower part of Motaur? Count yourself lucky you are repelled. Then Motaur asks: The real question is . Thats why you cant get enough. But the creative execution is too clever by half. Allstate should produce a video for the entire song, start to finish with the very same people and premise. Its a happy commercial . An acapela version of Its a Fine Day by Jane and Barton is played as background music. But now I love it. I just cant stand it. Scott, I had a similar feeling the first time I saw the Herd commercial in which Motaur shushes the white beta male. Orkin has made several hilarious ads over the years. Are there any riders anywhere who are not repelled by the motaur concept, What more could you ask for? I really would like a hood ornament that sang along with the radio and myself with such abandon. Id love to purchase one. Agree on the laundry commercial. Visit Progressive Commercial Insurance for more detailed information on all our commercial products, or call 1-888-240-9837 to get a free quote. Phones 4u filed for bankruptcy several years . However, the two Orkin ads that were the funniest were also the creepiest. This is a 2012 Progressive commercial featuring Sonic the Hedgehog. The scene where a woman takes a bite off the chocolate mans butt is truly weird. Why are these companies hiring these idiots? Facts Verse I get it. It uses a idol and appeals to greed. The driver is going to need a lot of money for that AllState car insurance. Its supposed to be fun! Gotta ask. My guess: somebody on the creative team figured out a way to stuff half a body into a fake front fairing, and convinced the client it was a commercial. The attic is quite dusty at first glance. Hope they bring it back. State Farm has now jumped in stupid ads. Sorry about my mic sounding kind of bad! I had my kid at 40. According to a report on his IMDb page, the actor has starred in films like Wedding Band (2012), Justified (2010) and Roswell High (1999). I would make bike lovers the heroes of these ads each spot a 30-second celebration of their community as they live and love and laugh on the road. 30 Second Commercial Copy Scripts COMMERCIAL COPY - Serious Toned EXCEDRIN Headaches. I got married at 35. I find it incredibly creepy. Personally, the homeowner likes that he could save on homeowners insurance with GEICO. The screen then reads Surprise Chocolate Eggs. Not only that, but the narrator on the video also went too far with his demented laugh. Duet is a great commercial. Id like to see advertisers take a more aspirational approach. I want to know if the road is in mojave desert or josua tree national park, i have driven on this road but am wondering where it is.