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Scotch Magic Tape - "Invisible Man" (Commercial, 1978)

Views: 2928

Here is one of those old "Invisible Man" commercials for Scotch Magic Transparent Tape by 3M.

I used to love these growing up (though they did freak me out a bit). :-)

Maybe it was because they were shot on videotape, as opposed to film, which gave them a more immediate and less cinematic look.

"It's Magic"

This commercial aired on local Chicago TV in December of 1978.

Burger King - "A Crucial Question" with Elisabeth Shue (Commercial, 1984)

Views: 3639

Here's another commercial for Burger King featuring Elisabeth Shue.

She can butter my burger any day.

"Aren't you hungry for Burger King now?"

This aired on local Chicago TV on Wednesday, May 2nd 1984.

Record Matic by Picam (Commercial Offer, 1970s)

Views: 1821

Here's a (mostly complete) commercial offer for the "Record Matic" by Picam - an album holder that flips through them automatically so you can find one you're looking for easier.

Voiceover by ??

This was originally from a film transfer so not sure when it aired, but likely the early-mid seventies.

Chicago Health & Racquetball Club - "Merry Fitness" (Commercial, 1984)

Views: 1398

Here's a holiday commercial for the Chicago Health & Racquetball Club.

This aired on local Chicago TV on Monday, December 10th 1984.

Steven's Bedding (Commercial, 1983)

Views: 1950

Here's a commercial for Steven's Bedding. 20 locations - Bolingbrook, Niles, Schaumburg, Libertyville, Matteson, Wheeling, Orland Park, Lombard, Brookfield, North Riverside, and Bridgeview.

Featuring actress Ellie Weingardt.

"Wake up Chicagoland...Wake Up To The Steven's Price!"

This aired on local Chicago TV in November 1983.

Brookfield Zoo - "Seven Seas Panorama" (Commercial, 1981)

Views: 3811

Here's a commercial for Brookfield Zoo's Seven Seas Panorama exhibit. Featuring Olga, the Wonder Walrus (1800 pounds of lovable fun!), the Flying Dolphins, and the Somersaulting Sea Lions.

"The Wildest Place Around"

This aired on local Chicago TV on Thursday, July 16th 1981.

One Stop Supermarket (Commercial, 1986)

Views: 2036

Here is a commercial for One Stop Supermarket (now known as One Stop Food & Liquors) at 4301 South Lake Park Avenue. Must have been a Moo & Oink competitor at the time. :-) Voice over by Merri Dee, THE voice of WGN in the 80's.

This commercial aired on local Chicago TV early Sunday June 29th, 1986.

The Star Wars Collection by Kenner (Commercial, 1978)

Views: 2496

Here is a cool commercial for The Star Wars Collection by Kenner. Shows off a lot of the neat toys.

(small glitch at the beginning which is on the original tape recording)

This aired on local Chicago TV in October of 1978.

Tic Tac With Ally Sheedy (Commercial, 1978)

Views: 1690

Here's a commercial for Tic Tacs breath mints featuring yet another appearance of a young, pre-fame Ally Sheedy. (and that guy from Revenge of the Nerds)

Not to mention that the commercial is completely insane. ;-)

This aired on local Chicago TV on Tuesday, October 31st 1978 during the 3:30pm to 5pm timeframe.