Galifianakis And Ferrell Take To Facebook To Launch “The Campaign” Zach Oldenburg, May 7, 2012 One of this summers most anticipated comedies, “The Campaign”, has just launched a very interesting, very funny viral campaign, aimed to persuade viewers to choose their side before the films release. Hit the jump to see the first glimpse of the films lead contenders, played by Zach Galifianakis and Will Ferrell. Is this films cast not a match made in Heaven? If you don’t agree, then I think your opinion will surely be changed after you watch these two political campaigns, launched on two separate Facebook pages.Cam Brady, played by Will Ferrell: Marty Huggins, played by Zach Galifianakis: I’m very excited to see Galifianakis play what I can only assume is the film version of his infamous ‘twin brother’ character, with Ferrell playing a mix between Ricky Bobby and his George W. Bush impression. To view Cam Brady’s Facebook page, click here. To vote Marty Huggins, hit the link.The film, directed by Jay Roach (Meet The Parents, Austin Powers) follows the story of “two rival North Carolina politicians with presidential aspirations [that] tangle with one another”, with a release date of August 10th, 2012. Social Networks Viral Marketing Viral News Viral Videos ferrellGalifianakisThe CampaignWillZach
Watch A Message From the Dean of “Monsters University” February 15, 2013Disney Pixar’s marketing campaign for Monsters University, the prequel to the 2001 hit Monsters Inc., has centered on the idea of promoting the school where the film is set. MU is where monsters learn how to scare, and the in-world website for the college does a great job of making… Read More
Social Media Monthly: September September 7, 2012Welcome to our only monthly feature here on MovieViral. A day or two ahead of time, we’ll list the various social media accounts (specifically Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube for now) for all the major theatrical releases each month. We hope that this allows you to follow your favorite films more… Read More
Mission Icefly: New Video Has Hidden Image of Terry O’Quinn, Website Has Mysterious Letters June 25, 2011We’ve been covering the Mission Icefly/Test Subjects Needed viral campaign despite almost conclusive evidence that it’s just for a new flavor of Wrigley’s 5 gum. The campaign has been been interesting to follow, and knowing that 42 Entertainment is probably behind it intrigues us even more. Now we have some… Read More