'Love them back'... Touching advert (must watch!)

I have always been interested in the language of advertising. I recently saw this one on british TV and it captivated my heart. To me, this is one powerful advert that proves simplicity with soul and heart engages the viewer more than any flashy advert. The cinematography is beautiful and nostalgic. This poignant advert will touch many people, especially pet owners. If you are a dog person then you will understand that they are your true friend, you confide with him, you grieve with him and he loves you unconditionally. No words of explanation is needed in this 60sec advert... the message is conveyed effortlessly...'love them back'. Simply touching....

Rubber Duck Dog

The rubber duck has taken over HONG KONG! Both children and adults have gone crazy over this giant friend.

So what does Hofman's Rubber Duck mean to you? Has it bought back nostalgic memories of childhood toys? Is it purely a money making piece of art?  Has it reminded you of the morals behind the story of the 'Ugly Duckling'? Or does it bring out the ironic contradiction of such innocence against the back drop of the busy concrete jungle? To me, it's escapism. The Rubber Duck let's you momentarily escape the busy city and enter a world of play and nonsense. After all, life doesn't always have to be so serious. 

Seeing photos of this rubber duck reminded me of my dear Ponyo and her mini rubber duck friends. After a trip to Tai Yeun street last year i bought back a bag of these mini ducks to my dog and she instantly fell in love with them!  I am sure you have seen the photo's of the giant Rubber duck everywhere, so let's not bore you with the same image...and so, this is my version of the Rubber Duck.  Hehehe

Cuddles with her little ducklings. Ponyo absolutely loves every one of her little friends, hugging one after another and makes sure that all 30 of them are taken back to her bed at the end of the day. CUTE!