The Real Mad Men of Advertising

The Real Mad Men of Advertising

The Real Mad Men of Advertising

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The Real Mad Men of Advertising

2017- 2017

1 Seasons

4 Episodes

5.2(4 votes)

Returning Series

Documentary

Overview

Follow the evolution of advertising from the 1950s through the 1980s, via interviews with the industry's top ad executives, and through classic ads and commercials.

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Robert J. Thompson

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Robert J. Thompson

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