Apple delivers a poignant (and pointed) seasonal message of unity
In Apple’s Christmas ad, Frankenstein’s monster finds acceptance in a small town community
The Great CR 2016 Christmas Ad Review
Eliza Williams reviews and rates the leading Christmas ads so far this year. Because, well, someone has to do it
How the Sainsbury’s Christmas ad was made
The new Sainsbury’s Christmas ad took seven months to make, involved over 180 people and 1,500 puppet faces. We talk to the spot’s director, Sam Fell of Passion Pictures, about how it was done.
James Corden provides the soundtrack for epic Sainsbury’s Christmas ad
Sainsbury’s has gone big once again for its Christmas ad, pairing charming animation with a witty song composed by Bret McKenzie, of Flight of the Conchords fame, which is performed by James Corden. But will it top last year’s Mog spot?
Why Stop Funding Hate deserves answers
The Stop Funding Hate campaign is gaining traction and giving brands difficult decisions to make
How Stop Funding Hate is ‘brandjamming’ the Christmas ad campaigns
In keeping with tradition, the release of the John Lewis Christmas ad earlier today has been greeted by a frenzy. With a new film released on Twitter, activism group Stop Funding Hate are hoping to ride the wave of interest to spread their message of peace.
Together We’re Merrier: Fortnum & Mason unveils charming Christmas windows
London department store Fortnum & Mason is famous for its extravagant windows. This year’s Christmas display features some charming hand-painted characters and unusual pairings
Harvey Nichols releases amusing Italian-themed ad for Christmas
The spot makes no overt mention of the Christmas season, focusing instead on Harvey Nichols’ promotion of Italian style this winter.
Oxfam Christmas cards by Peter Saville, Grayson Perry, Sir Michael Craig-Martin and more
It may be a bit early to start thinking about Christmas but Oxfam have announced a series of cards for 2016 featuring work by six artists
Going postal: the annual overthinking of the humble Christmas card
Christmas is a time for giving, receiving … and agonising over what to put on this year’s card. Letterpress anyone?
