Man-Boobs and Marionettes: Just Another Insane Candy Ad

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(Video possibly NSFW.) Here's an example of candy oddvertising at its most weird and randomly disturbing—a Italian spot by Milan agency Selection SRL for Vivident gum featuring a couple of family secrets best left undiscovered. "If you like unexpected turns, you should try Vivident Blast," says the spokesman, who then gets squashed by a whale. If you "like" the moment when the father whips out his man-boobs, you might consider asking for something not available over the counter.

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