Whether it's to promote awareness for a worthy cause or for pure shock value, cannibalistic ad campaigns are definitely an eye-catcher.
Although some may feel that it's immensely unethical to even conceive or display anything pertaining to cannibalism, it is definitely an effective and memorable advertising strategy. Striking and sure to spark conversation, this type of marketing is very beneficial. Despite this, I will admit that some of these ads are quite off-putting. I would not eat any food that must be extracted from a human body, artificial or not, nor would I want to eat or be near any food that is cooked in human fat.
Make sure you can stomach these blood-hungry stomach-churning ads before you start browsing through. You have been warned.
10 Cannibalistic Ad Campaigns
Companies are Hungry for Attention in These Shocking Advertisements:
Elise Ying-Hei Ho — Sep 21, 2012 — Marketing

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Sushi Cannibalism Party
Bizarre Eating Rituals

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Artist Marco Evaristti Serves Meatballs Cooked with His Own fat?

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Cannibalistic Viral Campaigns
Shakira Creates Buzz for 'She-Wolf' Album With NYC Stunt
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Cannibalistic Deli Commodities
Der Doctor Guerrilla Serves Up Unconventional Advertising
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Cannibalistic Caffeine Campaigns
These Cafe Taina Coffee Ads Keep You Alert
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Cannibalistic Cell Phone Ads
Boost Mobile Uses Ham-Eating Pigs to Deliver Their Message
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The Sawney Bean Attraction in Edinburgh is Frighteningly Realistic
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Spoof Cannibalism Features
The Miami Zombie Attack Prank Video is Controversial
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Apocalyptic Shopping Malls
The Zombie Battle Experience is a Gory Retail Experience
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Cannibalistic Spray Campaigns
The Termicon Antifungal Ads Don't Recommend Foot Soup
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