It’s become something of a Christmas tradition.
There are certain signs that tell you that the festive period is on its way. We know some people (and supermarkets) jump the gun as early as August, but when for example you start to see Christmas menus at restaurants, or talk turns to Secret Santa in the office break room, you know it’s not far away.
A relatively new but eagerly awaited sign is a new John Lewis ad. They have pretty much cornered the market as far as Crimbo commercials go, combining heartfelt visuals with sentimental song covers. Some find them a little emotionally manipulative, but others are moved by their emotive ‘storylines’.
Last year’s ‘Man On The Moon’ effort was a rare misstep, with not everyone being blown away with the concept and execution. It didn’t quite hit the spot like previous years’ favourites…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wuz2ILq4UeA
However, this time round it looks like it could be business as usual, as excited Xmas-heads are already completely enamoured with an advert they haven’t even seen in full – simply because it features a dog. John Lewis have released a sneak preview along with the hashtag #BounceBounce, featuring a little girl and cute canine…
https://twitter.com/bouncing2016/status/795536277105872896
It may not be much to go off, but judging by this lot, they’ve already hit gold…
Too excited for the full @johnlewisretail advert 😍 it's only truly Christmas once this is out! #bouncebounce https://t.co/VfJFSCR0MZ
— Eliza ✨ (@elizadarlings) November 7, 2016
The @johnlewisretail Christmas taster is already good #cutedog #bouncebounce 🐶🎄
— Sarah Lancaster (@SarahLancaster2) November 7, 2016
https://twitter.com/islaroseuk/status/795561998612365312
👏👏 Am SO excited for this! #bouncebounce A John Lewis Xmas ad with a dog! https://t.co/E1ZAfaS5b8
— Amanda Start (@amandastart1) November 7, 2016
The John Lewis advert this year features a dog which automatically makes it the best of all time 🐶 #BounceBounce
— Liam (@The_Hooded_Para) November 7, 2016
Already love the John Lewis advert this year considering it features a dog 😇😇😇 #BounceBounce
— erin 🫶🏻 (@ErinMcCabe1) November 7, 2016
It's the John Lewis advert!!! #bouncebounce https://t.co/dcZguTdrga
— Tony (@hiyatonyy) November 7, 2016
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