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Dove has created an advertising campaign focussed on the beauty of "real 
women".  Currently there are four commercials featured on this site.  Make 
sure you see "Evolution"
Dove Real Beauty Campaign

 
 
We watched in class the short video called "The Commercial Closet", which 
discusses gay and lesbian stereotypes in advertising.   Be sure to visit 
their website for more examples.
The Commercial Closet

 
 
Adbusters Magazine exists to criticize commercialism in the media, and 
focusses on advertising.  Visit their website to see their 
various "spoofads" or email them an ad parody that you create.
Adbusters Magazine

 
 
The Italian-based Benetton Group is famous for using controversy and 
advocacy to sell its sweaters.  Look for their slogan, "The United Colours 
of Benetton" and you are likely to see provocative political and social 
issues.
The United Colors of Benetton Ad Campaigns

 
 
Want to see more of Benetton?  Open the following document.
Essay on Benetton Ads

 
 
Looking for controversial ads?  Ads that reflect gender stereotypes?  Visit 
The Media Awareness Network of Canada.
Media Awareness Network Stereotyping

 
 
Want to see more examples of parody ads?  Visit the parody ad gallery.
False Advertising: A Gallery of Parody

 
 
Want to see excerpts from Canadian animated shorts?  Want to see a variety 
of montages?  See the National Film Board of Canada site.
National Film Board of Canada

 
 
Canadian Broadcasting Standards Committee Codes of Ethics, Violence, and so 
on.
CBSC Codes

 
 
Canadian Broadcasting Standards Committee Complaints Process FAQ
CBSC Complains Process

 

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