What does Pink Floyd and Macintosh have in common?
Of course Apple 1984 TV commercial directed by legendary Ridley Scott deserves all the credit for its great innovative visual language, soundtrack, message and brand positioning. However, just like the cliche “Nothing is new under the sun”, since the very first time I saw that TV commercial it reminded me the remarkable Pink Floyd’s video clip “Another Brick in the Wall” produced by Canadian Bob Ezrin (1979). BTW, if you like Rock n’ Roll you should get to know about this progressive rock band formed in London in 1965. Classic!
Well, just like the Apple commercial, Pink Floyd’s song speaks out against oppression, challenges injustice and doesn't conform to trends, and thrives off of making waves. Besides the quite similar rebel message, the visual concept of both TV spots has a lot in common too.
Below you will find both of them. Check them out and draw your own conclusions. They are two real pieces of Art! Fabulous!
