Author Topic: It's halftime in America (Read 955 times)

scsmith42 · « **on:** February 06, 2012, 06:54:57 pm »

One of the best 2012 Superbowl commercials, IMO, and worth watching.

neslrite · « **Reply #1 on:** February 06, 2012, 09:25:18 pm »

Scott,
I will agree, that one caught my attention.

God Bless America

Kevin

Warbird · « **Reply #2 on:** February 06, 2012, 10:56:07 pm »

The political undertones really annoyed me. But it was powerful.

terry f · « **Reply #3 on:** February 07, 2012, 12:58:08 am »

Politics aside, we're back, buy american, american jobs. Its a feel good add, and you can't beat Clint Eastwood to make a guy feel good about america.

Norm · « **Reply #4 on:** February 07, 2012, 06:00:40 am »

Darn right!

Magicman · « **Reply #5 on:** February 07, 2012, 09:05:40 pm »

Sometimes they get one right.

Bandmill Bandit · « **Reply #6 on:** February 07, 2012, 09:17:04 pm »

As a Canadian I say Kudos on this one. Political undertones yes but mostly good ones IMHO

There a lot of good people between the "shining seas and Canada/USA & USA/Mexico boarders. Most of the not so good ones are in DC.

Take back your country. It is yours!

Ironwood · « **Reply #7 on:** February 08, 2012, 05:37:46 am »

Well, I got to see that (we dont have a TV here) but was at my buddies place to say hello since he invited me. I did not see the game BUT did get to see that commmercial (and Maddona

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I didnt catch any of the political undertones (was surprised to see that commentary on AOL news) but REALLY liked the commercial.

Yes, very nicely done. I also did like the one from the otehr year as well. "Imported from Detroit", another good one from Chrysler. I dont know who Eminem is though, thought it was M&M's

Ironwood

westyswoods · « **Reply #8 on:** February 08, 2012, 06:48:22 am »

In my younger days, thirty years ago, I was quite politically active in work place issues. In a discussion with a very wise old woman I stated how much I disdained the politics of trying to get things done and that being pragmatic was going by the way side. Never forget her response, " Son you woke up this morning, from that moment until you go to bed your life is going to be ruled by politics.

My thoughts on the ad are about time people in this country start to take our pride back and promote a work ethic that deserves it. A great ad although I have a serious problem with the location of production.

It is my understanding this was not produced in Detroit. Why would any production agency make such an ad and not film on location. Does nothing but cheapen the message.

I am amazed at how political it has become. I could make a case that this ad was made to enhance the political chances of left/right and or center.

Buy American and Work Hard

Westy

Kansas · « **Reply #9 on:** February 08, 2012, 07:13:22 am »

Wonderful commercial. Chrysler posted its first full year profit this last year. GM is profitable and once again the biggest car maker in the world. Ford is doing great. They are adding jobs, good paying ones at that.

I don't know if this ad was meant to be political. Seems to me the most important thing is that the auto industry in America is back in full force. The politics matter a whole lot less than the results.

red oaks lumber · « **Reply #10 on:** February 08, 2012, 07:42:29 am »

i saw nothing political about this commercial. just some well spoken truths.

Warbird · « **Reply #11 on:** February 08, 2012, 10:51:47 am »

I guess it boils down to what 'ol Clint meant by "halftime". Regardless, as previously stated, it is a powerful message and Clint is good at delivering that sort of a message.

Raider Bill · « **Reply #12 on:** February 08, 2012, 04:02:01 pm »

Chuck Norris is even scared of Clint.

Roxie · « **Reply #13 on:** February 08, 2012, 08:12:00 pm »

But, Marsha Mason isn't!

Buck · « **Reply #14 on:** February 08, 2012, 10:15:49 pm »

Yahoo News had a story yesterday where Clint was answering for the alleged political undertones. He and his people denied any support for the Obama administration as speculated.

scsmith42 · « **Reply #15 on:** February 09, 2012, 05:54:40 am »

I think that the message speaks for itself, and that it speaks to us both individually as well as collectively. The entire national debate re "political undertones", IMO, is a bunch of hooey.

Either political party can interpret the message for their benefit; thus it strikes me as politically neutral for that very reason.

I am disappointed that what should be a great, encouraging message to our citizens has had it's effectivness reduced by national political and media theatrics.

WDH · « **Reply #16 on:** February 09, 2012, 07:27:21 am »

Scott,

That is what disgusts me too. I am tired of it.

Buck · « **Reply #17 on:** February 09, 2012, 07:41:41 am »

Scott, when I first saw it I heard the message and was impressed. Then over the next few days listened to all the hooey.

Yessir, it is a shame that it just couldn't be accepted at face value.

Bogue Chitto · « **Reply #18 on:** February 09, 2012, 09:58:58 am »

Yes, it was a good add and Clint is tops. But, my friends it is not half time, we are in play and it is in the final two minutes. We need to wake up before it is too late.

Warbird · « **Reply #19 on:** February 09, 2012, 10:57:36 am »

Scott, I should apologize to you and all of my countrymen because I'm one of those people. Seriously, I apologize and you are probably correct. Guess I'm just gun shy. Or maybe I am looking at how it was the gov't directly stepping into the auto industry to prop up a broken system.

When I saw the ad the first time, I immediately thought that what Eastwood meant by "halftime in America" was that the current administration is only half done with their game. I seriously expected to see Obama say something at the end of that ad.

I will shut up now because I don't want to trounce on your thread any further. Clint's message was powerful and I'm glad you posted it here. Thank you.

terry f · « **Reply #20 on:** February 09, 2012, 03:00:34 pm »

I really like the "imported from Detroit" at the end. Everything here should be imported. Imported from Florida, imported from Oregon, imported from South Dakota..........

scsmith42 · « **Reply #21 on:** February 09, 2012, 05:44:56 pm »

Quote from: Warbird on February 09, 2012, 10:57:36 am

Scott, I should apologize to you and all of my countrymen because I'm one of those people. Seriously, I apologize and you are probably correct. Guess I'm just gun shy. Or maybe I am looking at how it was the gov't directly stepping into the auto industry to prop up a broken system.

When I saw the ad the first time, I immediately thought that what Eastwood meant by "halftime in America" was that the current administration is only half done with their game. I seriously expected to see Obama say something at the end of that ad.

I will shut up now because I don't want to trounce on your thread any further. Clint's message was powerful and I'm glad you posted it here. Thank you.

WB - no apology to me is needed, especially from you. It's one thing when we all have different opinions, and can discuss them and share different perspectives. That I'm all for. Please don't "shut up" as you put it; as I value and respect your thoughts and opinions.

As far as the political nuance, the same thought went through my mind the first time that I heard the first 20 seconds of the ad, and then I realized that the true meaning was much deeper, and much truer.

What disgusts me is to see a bunch of leaders from the "right" trouncing the ad for their own political agenda. I like Karl Rove and Fox News, but on this issue I think that they are in the wrong. Both parties seem to disagree on something just because it makes the other party look good, rather than the fact that it's good for the country as a whole.

As a result, we (individuals) start filtering things though the "political agenda glasses" and miss the point that someone that has a different idea is not necessarily a bad or evil person.

I find equally if not more disgusting the biased and sensationalist reporting that NBC's Today show put out today regarding firearm sales between individuals. It seems as if intelligent discourse has totally disappeared from the national political and media leadership.

Warbird · « **Reply #22 on:** February 09, 2012, 08:01:57 pm »

Thanks for clarifying, Scott. There is a lot of wisdom in what you say. And yes, that spot on the Today show greatly annoyed me, too. Probably shouldn't discuss it on this board, though.

Back to the ad, at least Clint Eastwood still has a lot of charisma! He would make a great main character as a gruff and tough old school logger: "I know what yer thinkin', tree. Yer thinkin', did he fill the tank on his chainsaw or is it outta gas? The question you gotta ask yerself, tree, is do you feel lucky. Well, tree, da ya?" And then the tree falls over when he looks at it all scary like.

Buck · « **Reply #23 on:** February 10, 2012, 10:09:16 am »

Back to the ad, at least Clint Eastwood still has a lot of charisma! He would make a great main character as a gruff and tough old school logger: "I know what yer thinkin', tree. Yer thinkin', did he fill the tank on his chainsaw or is it outta gas? The question you gotta ask yerself, tree, is do you feel lucky. Well, tree, da ya?" And then the tree falls over when he looks at it all scary like.
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Paul_H · « **Reply #24 on:** February 10, 2012, 10:20:21 am »

He talks to the trees but they don't listen.

Red Pill · « **Reply #25 on:** February 10, 2012, 10:24:44 am »

Yeah, Clint's talents lean more to acting than singing.

I really didn't see any political bias in the ad, and I'm usually pretty alert to such things. Your Mileage May Vary.

Warbird · « **Reply #26 on:** February 10, 2012, 11:19:12 am »

Quote from: Paul_H on February 10, 2012, 10:20:21 am

He talks to the trees but they don't listen.

HAHAHAHA!!!

Oh man. I'm in tears. hahaha *whew* Wow. That's a side of Clint I don't remember having seen before.

Back to the ad, I hope you will pardon me for saying something blunt? I was talking to a friend here and we noted that in a way, it's sad that a paid actor for an auto company is the hope of a nation. Now, I don't want to take away from the good feelings this ad introduced. These days, to get a message across, you have to have the money and ability to do so. But still, shouldn't we be finding our inspiration from something other than a paid advertisement from companies propped up by the gov't?

We shouldn't go too far down that rabbit trail, lest the admins move this to a different board but it's something we should all personally consider. You have to hand it to them, they sure got a lot of people talking with this one.

Buck · « **Reply #27 on:** February 10, 2012, 12:56:59 pm »

Exactly Warbird...I had the same discussion with friends.

terry f · « **Reply #28 on:** February 10, 2012, 01:16:32 pm »

I'll admit Clint shouldn't quit his day job to become a singer. That was filmed locally here 40 years ago, just south of Baker City.

red oaks lumber · « **Reply #29 on:** February 10, 2012, 05:21:19 pm »

the airlines were bailed out yes?

Bandmill Bandit · « **Reply #30 on:** February 10, 2012, 06:08:26 pm »

Quote from: terry f on February 09, 2012, 03:00:34 pm

I really like the "imported from Detroit" at the end. Everything here should be imported. Imported from Florida, imported from Oregon, imported from South Dakota..........

And imported from Alberta via the Keystone XL pipeline to run all those well built machines that are imported from Detroit MI and Moline IL and Grand Island NE etc etc.

60 thousand plus jobs in the refinery and infrastructure markets from the pipe line not including the pipeline jobs state side. I know most on here support this project and that is good for both sides of the boarder.

Meadows Miller · « **Reply #31 on:** February 10, 2012, 09:45:08 pm »

Gday

That there is going to be a great all time add fellas now I took it for what it was intended to be

w/o political b.s thats been tied to it

America has Always been a Great Country with an Awesome Attitude Clint summed it up well in two min but the last 30 seconds spot on

I only had afew people complain about how bad things where there all I replied with was that America a great country and was the first into it and will be the first back out of it !!

Regards Chris

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Author Topic: It's halftime in America (Read 955 times)