70s Commercials: AMF Sporting Gear, Toyota Corona, Firestone ‘Kings Island,’ Gaines-Burgers (1977-78)

Two spots from 1977 today, and two from ’78. You’ll find an animated spot for AMF which seems influenced by Terry Gilliam, the ’79 Toyota Corona Liftback, Firestone at Kings Island theme park, and Gaines-Burgers dog food. I can’t see … Continue reading

Funshine Friday: Kings Dominion Theme Park Commercials (1978)

Happy Funshine Friday! Here’s a pair of 1978 commercials for Kings Dominion theme park. The first spot features perennial favorite, Dick Van Dyke. Kings Dominion is located in Virginia and opened in May of 1975. It is the sister park … Continue reading

Daily 70s Ad: Kings Island ‘Happy Place’ (1975)

(Click to enlarge) “Everyone come on down to Kings Island. We’ve got a happy place.” Second row, far right, middle character. The costume Greg wore during The Brady Bunch‘s visit to Kings Island. It was my pleasure pointing this out … Continue reading