Daily 70s Spot #420: Clint Eastwood’s ‘The Gauntlet’ (1977)

“The odds are a hundred to one they won’t make it…” A very good President’s Day to you. I hope you’re lucky enough to have a day off work. If so, why not take in a movie? Here’s a TV … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot #418, 419: IBM Copiers & Typewriters (1974)

“Isn’t this a better way?” We’ll finish up 1974 week with a look at some cutting edge IBM office technology. First up, a spot for the Selectric typewriter Mag Card system. After that, a commercial for the IBM Copier II. … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot #416, 417: Gillette & Schick Shaving Systems (1974)

“The civilized shave.” Let’s all wake up, slap some water on our faces and have a nice shave. Yes, everyone – men, women, and children. Or, you can watch the two shaving-related spots below from December 1974. First up, Genghis … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot #415: ‘The Towering Inferno’ TV Trailer (1974)

“One tiny spark becomes a night of blazing suspense…” Happy Friday! Here’s a TV trailer for The Towering Inferno that ran in December 1974, two weeks after the film hit theaters. The Towering Inferno was the highest-grossing film released in … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot #414: Lancers Wine (1974)

“Lancers – all the wine the world needs.” Watch this Lancers wine commercial in awe as the spokesperson blends seamlessly from rosé to white, then to red, without so much as pausing for a sip. The spot aired in December … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot #413: Kinney – Men’s Platform Shoe (1974)

“Platform soles and big high heels.” Here’s a commercial that’s one of those nearly perfect 1970s time capsules. Men’s platform shoes from Kinney. The spot aired in March of 1974. At $10.99, you won’t be able to deny these high-steppers. … Continue reading