Philips 21:9
Philips' groundbreaking Cinema 21:9 TV was launched with an extensive digital campaign. At the heart of it all was a film - Carousel, which went on to win the Grand Prix for Film at Cannes, being the first digital-only film to win in that category, and is now an advertising classic.
Client
Philips
Project
21:9 Cinema Ratio TV
Deliverables
A digital campaign that was truly cinematic
Role
ECD, Creative Direction, Concept, Copy
Cannes Grand Prix Winning Film
Project Breakdown
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Philips launched the revolutionary Cinema 21:9 TV, designed to provide an immersive cinematic experience that mirrors the aspect ratio of films. The objective was to introduce this innovative product through a comprehensive digital campaign that would elevate Philips' brand presence in the competitive television market and engage audiences in a groundbreaking way.
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Show don’t tell. We didn’t put a film in a website, we put a website in a film - a rich interactive film the likes of which no one had seen before.
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The central element of the campaign was the film "Carousel," a daring digital-only project that encapsulated the essence of the Cinema 21:9 TV. By focusing on the immersive possibilities of this new aspect ratio, we were able to produce a visually stunning piece that resonated with audiences. The creative direction emphasized innovation and artistry, ensuring the film effectively showcased the TV's capabilities while building anticipation. This approach not only positioned the product as a market leader but also highlighted Philips' commitment to pioneering technology in home entertainment.
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The campaign's impact was monumental, culminating in "Carousel" winning the Grand Prix for Film at Cannes—marking a historic moment as the first digital-only film to achieve this accolade. The success of the campaign not only solidified the Cinema 21:9 TV's place in the market but also transformed it into an advertising classic that continues to inspire. Subsequent consumer engagement metrics showed a significant increase in interest and sales, reinforcing Philips’ reputation as a leader in innovative television solutions and enhancing brand recognition within the industry.






Awards
Grand Prix: Cannes Lions - Film Lions
Silver Cyber Lion: Cannes Lions - Cyber Lions - Websites & Microsites, Other consumer products
SOTD: FWA - 20 April 2009
Gold: ADCN - Interactive film
Gold: ADCN - Internet commercial
Gold: BIMA - Interactivity between enterprise and consumer
Gold: BIMA - Best motion graphics
Grand Prix: BIMA - Grand Prix
Gold: BTAA - Best over 90 seconds commercial
Gold: BTAA - Household appliances
Silver: Epica - Consumer Site
Silver: Epica - Online film
Grand Prix: Eurobest - Best Interactive
Gold: Eurobest - Consumer Products
Silver: Euro Effie
Gold: Internationalist Award
Gold: Pinnacle Awards
Silver: SpinAwards - Website concept
Winner: Webby Awards - Online Commercial
Winner: Webby Awards - Consumer Electronics