Cannes Lions

Giant Piles of Garbage Win Big at Cannes

Pollution campaign 'Trash Isles' claims two Grand Prix

With its own flag, currency and high-profile citizens, Trash Isles is ready to become a nation.
By David Griner

June 21, 2018

CANNES, France—No one likes to see a bunch of trash win at the Cannes Lions, but in this case, it’s worth an exception.

David Griner

David Griner is Adweek's international editor and host of the Adweek podcast, "Yeah, That's Probably an Ad."

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