The new ass-kickin’ Michelin Man!

October 7th, 2009 admin

AdWeek is reporting on a new Michelin Tires ad campaign that transforms their 111 year old rubber-man mascot into an ass-kicking, tire tossing super hero. Psyop produced the new TV spot (below) for the TBWAChiatDay agency. Have a look:


Originally posted on Cartoonbrew

 
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