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Truth in Advertising and The Reel Truth

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5 stars for creative, 2 stars for value for your money.

I was really expecting more. I've seen the snips from the DVD on the internet, and thought they were super funny. The DVD doesn't offer that much more to make it worth $29. It is about 20 minutes runtime - waste of money!!!!!

I do think the Truth in Advertising short is incredibly creative and hysterical, but I would suggest watching the free mpg snips a few times and save your money.

Having been in advertising since 1996, this DVD is absolutely hillarious and undeniably true. Its brilliance is in its frankness and willingness to be more truthful than reality. You'll see what I mean when you watch it.

For those who've seen maybe one or two scenes from email, this DVD is worth every penny since it offers the complete, hilarious work, in addition a film called the REEL TRUTH, which applies the same concept to the field of directing.

For those watching this video and considering going into advertising, one thing to remember is that the truths presented apply to most professions to some degree. So don't let it discourage you.

All in all, this film is brilliant and confronts all the frustrations the world of advertising has to offer. One thing to remember is that while all these frustrations are undeniably true so too is the power of the feeling of accomplishment when you see your work in print or on TV or hear it on the radio.

Yes, advertising is frustrating and this film presents those frustrations brilliantly, but don't forget the joys and if you need a refresher read Hey Whipple Squeeze This by Luke Sullivan.

If you work in an advertising agency, you've probably got clips of these films virally through email. The full films aren't much longer, so you might feel cheated if you expect much more than you've already seen.

But it's worth owning the complete set of films, however short. The central conceit--that advertisers, their agencies, and the film companies that serve them are just as dishonest in their dealings with each other as they are with the consumer--rings utterly true.

If you don't work in advertising, the humour will seem obtuse. If you do, you'll get the jokes instantly. A real classic, and worth owning if you're in the business.

I look forward to sleeping with you...

Take it from me, a Art Director who has worked for various NYC ad agencies. This is a *ABSOLUTE MUST SEE* for anyone in Advertising, or for anyone who's interested in seeing how the REAL Advertising world works from the inside.

I wish it was a little longer, but that's because it's also so good that you don't want it to end! The DVD is also a bit pricey, so try and get one used and save a few bucks. Unfortunately, I haven't seen this DVD anywhere (not even eBay) so it's hard to find it cheap... if at all except here on Amazon.

I'm selling my copy here, so if anyone's interested click on the BUY USED button and snag mine. I'm currently the only one selling a copy.

If you've seen clips of this video on the internet, you've seen enough.

Man, was I disappointed.

This is really funny as someone's demo reel. It's highway robbery as a $30 DVD.

Really good CD for anyone who has ever been involved with advertising. Much is all too true, but still funny.

Some folks may find the language offensive though.

A classic of satirical comedy. Trust me, if you've ever worked in advertising or commercial production, this video will hit way too close to home. I bought this to have the original cut of 'truth in advertising', a clip I first saw online *years* ago. Kudos to Tim for making this available. The similarly produced second clip is a nice-to-have bonus, same joke, different backdrop..."YOU did that? You know, you'll really want to milk that to make up for your complete lack of talent'....too funny...

Hilarious! Those not in the industry will love it. Those in the industry will watch it again and again...