| | 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
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| | 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
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| | 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
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| | 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
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| | Want to see more of Benetton? Open the following document.
Essay on Benetton Ads
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| | Looking for controversial ads? Ads that reflect gender stereotypes? Visit
The Media Awareness Network of Canada.
Media Awareness Network Stereotyping
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| | Want to see more examples of parody ads? Visit the parody ad gallery.
False Advertising: A Gallery of Parody
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| | 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
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| | Canadian Broadcasting Standards Committee Codes of Ethics, Violence, and so
on.
CBSC Codes
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| | Canadian Broadcasting Standards Committee Complaints Process FAQ
CBSC Complains Process
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