The Bronswik Affair

The Bronswik Affair

1978 · 24 min · ★ 9.0 · Animation, Comedy

This funny yet serious short film demonstrates the effectiveness of advertising and the marketing machine. Its comic appeal lies in the characters and the absurd situations they find themselves in, but it also shines a harsh light on our tendency towards needless consumerism prompted by a steady flow of commercials.

Directed by André Leduc · Written by Robert Awad

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