The Bronswik Affair

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 Robert Awad & André Leduc - 1978 | 24 min About the NFB The National Film Board of Canada produces and distributes documentary films, animation, web documentaries and fiction. Our stories explore the world we live in from a Canadian point of view. Watch more free films on → Subscribe to our newsletter → Follow us on Twitter → Follow us on Facebook → Follow us on Instagram → Download our free iOS Apps → Download our free Android Apps →