The first major Super Bowl ad campaign that is often considered a groundbreaking moment in Super Bowl advertising history was Apple's "1984" commercial, which aired during Super Bowl XVIII on January 22, 1984.
In this iconic ad, directed by Ridley Scott, a young woman athlete runs into a room filled with people watching a Big Brother-like figure on a large screen. She hurls a hammer at the screen, shattering it, symbolizing the idea of breaking free from conformity and celebrating individuality. The ad ends with the message, "On January 24th, Apple Computer will introduce Macintosh. And you'll see why 1984 won't be like '1984'."
The commercial was a bold departure from traditional Super Bowl ads at the time and is often regarded as one of the most memorable and impactful commercials in advertising history. It marked the beginning of Super Bowl commercials becoming a significant cultural phenomenon and a highly anticipated aspect of the Super Bowl broadcast.
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