Eid-Al-Adha | Cinema ads | 2023

The region embraced the joy of Eid Al-Adha with an extended 6-day break, with cinema offering an abundance of blockbuster entrainment options to elevate the festivities for residents who opted to stay back and indulge in activities at malls and entertainment venues.
From thrilling adventures such as Indiana Jones & The Dial of Destiny and Elemental to action-packed spectacles such as Transformers: Rise of the Beasts, The Flash, along with other exciting releases such as TAG and more, the big screen served as a dynamic platform for brands to engage with captive audiences.

Here are the ads that lit up the big screen during Eid-Al-Adha 2023:

 

Gazebo – FTM Indiana Jones & The Dial of Destiny

Country: UAE
Operators: Select VOX Screens at Mall of the Emirates

 

Dallah Hospital 

Country: KSA
Operators: Select AMC, Muvi, Reel & VOX Locations

 

Oriental Weavers

Agency: Initiative Cairo
Country: Egypt
Operators: Select VOX Locations

  

Vodafone

Agency: UM Qatar
Country: Qatar
Operators: Select VOX Locations

 

Gravity

Country: Bahrain
Operators: Select VOX Locations

 

Kuwait Finance House

Agency: Mindshare Kuwait
Country: Kuwait
Operators: VOX Cinemas

 

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Jazeera Airways | Integrated Cinema Campaign | Kuwait

Jazeera Airways recently booked an integrated cinema campaign through Zenith Media, to promote their summer offers, coinciding with the release of the action blockbuster Fast X at VOX Cinemas – The Avenues in Kuwait.

 

The on screen component of the campaign included a 30 sec. ad following Fast X, while the off-screen execution witnessed Jazeera Airways taking over the ‘Hero Screen’ (above the candy bar) from 23 May to 05 June 2023.

 

 

 

Jazeera Airways

 

Leverage the power of an integrated cinema campaign to increase brand visibility through a combination of on and off screen advertising.

 

Contact us for more information on integrated cinema advertising opportunities across the Middle East.

 

 

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Kibsons International | Cinema Sampling | 2023

Kibsons International recently booked a sampling activity at select cinema locations across Abu Dhabi between 19-21 May 2023.

 

The sampling activity was booked to coincide with the release of the action blockbuster, Fast X, which collected over US$3.3 million in its opening weekend in the UAE, and $319 million globally.

 

The sampling was Kibsons’ second cinema campaign of this year, following the successful integrated campaign in January.

 

Kibsons Sampling

 

The latest campaign entailed the distribution of branded boxes containing a selection of fresh fruits, snacks, and a discount voucher for patrons to collect at the entrance and exit of the cinema auditoriums at the respective locations.

 

Contact us to learn more on how off screen cinema advertising can help move your brand closer to its target audience.

 

 

Source: Box Office Mojo.

 

 

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MVM-VOX | Private Screening | Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.3

Motivate Val Morgan, in partnership with VOX Cinemas recently hosted an exclusive private screening of Marvel Studios’ Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 at Mall of the Emirates.

 

The event, attended by over 150 agency and direct clients, offered attendees an immersive cinematic experience in the Dolby Atmos auditorium, and a specially curated ad showcase playlist and preshow.

 

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.3 at VOX Cinemas

 

Avinash Udeshi, COO of Motivate Val Morgan, opened the event with a speech, providing  valuable insights into the cinema industry’s resurgence since the pandemic. Ten lucky invitees discovered complimentary luxury movie passes concealed under their seats, while kids in attendance were presented with complimentary movie passes to watch a movie of their preference.

 

Our heartfelt appreciation goes out to VOX Cinemas for their invaluable support in organizing and executing this screening of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. We also extend our gratitude to all the guests in attendance for making this event a truly memorable experience.

 

Stay tuned for future ‘Private Screenings’ in the UAE and in our other markets.

 

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VOX Cinemas Launches New THEATRE Menu

The latest menu has been specially tailored for the cinematic experience and will be available across all THEATRE locations in the UAE, Qatar, Bahrain and Kuwait

 

VOX Cinemas has announced the launch of its new menu at THEATRE, its luxury cinema concept. The new menu, curated by master chefs to elevate the in-cinema dining experience after extensive customer research and trial-based studies that focused on food variety and convenience, is now available at all THEATRE locations in the UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, and Kuwait.

 

With more than 20 mouth-watering dishes on offer, including vegetarian and vegan options, the contemporary menu features a range of mouth-watering dishes, such as Dynamite Shrimps; freshly picked Falafel Salad; oven-baked Roasted Fig & Goat’s Cheese Flat Bread; irresistible Pepper Beef Skewers; vegetarian-friendly Impossible Meat Sliders; and chicken-stuffed Theatre Tacos, along with a variety of handcrafted desserts and a bubbling selection of signature mocktails.

 

VOX Cinemas

 

Joe Teixeira, Managing Director – F&B, Majid Al Futtaim Entertainment, expressed his excitement for the launch of the new menu. He said, “We are thrilled to usher in a fresh new chapter in the ever-evolving world of fine dining and film as moviegoers become increasingly discerning with their choice of cinema F&B. At VOX Cinemas, we are committed to exceeding our guests’ expectations and continuously enhancing the unparalleled eatertainment experience only VOX Cinemas can deliver.”

 

Since launching in 2015, VOX Cinemas’ in-cinema dining concept THEATRE has been redefining the luxury moviegoing experience. THEATRE combines the emotional power of film with the gastronomic pleasure of fine food. Guests can choose to dine in the exclusive lounge or enjoy meals delivered straight to their seat through the unique in-theatre waiter service. THEATRE boasts reclining leather seats, plush blankets and pillows, as well as cutting-edge audiovisual technology in a stylish and intimate setting.

 

For more information, visit VOX Website or download the VOX Cinemas app.

 

Source: VOX Cinemas (Press Release)

 

 

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Saudi Founding Day 2023 Cinema Campaigns

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia celebrated Saudi Founding Day on 22nd February, with Saudi nationals and residents joining in on the celebration. National holidays are highly celebrated by Saudis as they look forward to such days during the year, and Saudi Founding Day is no exception.

 

Cinemas were abuzz with moviegoers eager to watch the latest blockbusters, and renowned KSA brands took advantage of this unique opportunity by securing on screen adverting in a bid to establish connections with captive cinema audiences on the big screen.

 

From ads promoting products or services, to brands showing their solidarity with the people of Saudi Arabia and supporting the country’s growth and development, here are the ads that took over the big screen in celebration of Saudi Founding Day 2023:

 

Architecture & Design Commission

Start Date: 25 February 2023

Locations: Multiple AMC, Cinépolis, Muvi and VOX locations

 

 

 

Banque Saudi Fransi

Start Date: 20. February 2023

Locations: Multiple AMC, Muvi and VOX locations

 

 

 

Ministry of Culture

Start Date: 13 February 2023

Locations: Multiple AMC, Cinépolis, Muvi, Reel and VOX locations

 

 

 

 

 

Monsha’at

Start Date: 20. February 2023

Locations: Multiple AMC and Muvi locations

 

 

 

Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites

Start Date: 20. February 2023

Locations: Multiple AMC, Cinépolis, Muvi and VOX locations

 

 

 

Riyad Bank

Start Date: 23 February 2023

Locations: Select VOX and Muvi locations

 

 

 

 

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Sylndr | Off Screen Cinema Campaign | Egypt

Sylndr, an automotive-focused e-commerce marketplace in Egypt, recently booked a promotional campaign for its website at VOX Cinemas – Mall of Egypt and City Centre Almaza from 26 January to 13 February 2023.

 

The campaign involved an off-screen cinema advertising where a kiosk with a promoter was set up in the foyer area of the cinemas at Mall of Egypt and City Centre Almaza.

 

The promoter engaged with cinemagoers by explaining the platform and inviting them to participate in a ‘spin-the-wheel’ contest, with the chance to win a car or other exciting prizes. This interactive experience allowed patrons to learn about the sylndr.com.

 

Sylndr.com

 

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Kibsons | Integrated Cinema Campaign | UAE | 2023

Kibsons booked an integrated cinema campaign with Motivate Val Morgan at VOX, Royal and Oscar cinemas in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

 

The on screen component included four 30 sec. ads following Asian Mega Blockbuster Pathaan at VOX Cinemas – Yas Mall,Royal Cinemas – Khalidiyah Mall and Oscar Cinema – Wahda Mall

 

 

 

 

 

*The four creatives are running in rotation across the respective cinema locations

 

For the off screen advertising component, Kibsons booked a sampling activity over the weekend of 28th to 29th January at VOX Cinemas – Yas Mall and Royal Cinemas – Khalidiyah Mall. A box filled with fresh fruits was distributed to moviegoers at the entrance of the screens at both cinema locations.

 

Sampling Activity by Kibsons at Select Cinemas Represented by Motivate Val Morgan

 

The power of an integrated cinema campaign is unmatchable – leave your mark and build better brand awareness by amplify exposure for you brand.

 

Contact us for similar advertising opportunities across our cinema circuit in the GCC, Egypt and Lebanon.

 

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Dubai Safari Park | Off Screen Cinema Campaign | UAE

Dubai Municipality booked an off-screen cinema campaign to promote the eco-friendly Dubai Safari Park  starting 10 November 2022.

 

The Branded popcorn tubs were distributed to moviegoers at VOX Cinemas – Mall of the Emirates, City Center Mirdif, City Center Al Zahia, and City Center Deira.

 

DFP

 

 

Dubai Safari Park also took over the digital screens at VOX Mall of the Emirates – the hero screen above the candy bar and the large screen at the entrance to the IMAX auditorium.

 

 

Contact us for more on how off screen cinema advertising could help move your brand closer to its target audience.

 

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FIFA booked an integrated cinema campaign through Universal Media (UM) Qatar to promote the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2022™ at select locations of VOX, Reel, Muvi, AMC cinemas in UAE and Saudi Arabia.

 

The on-screen campaign included a 30 sec. commercial booked for a period of 4 weeks – 27 October 2022 to 23 November 2022, at select locations of:

UAE – VOX and Reel

KSA – VOX, AMC and Muvi

 

The commercial follows La’eeb (the official mascot of the FIFA World Cup 2022) as he auditions to fulfill his destiny as the tournament’s mascot. La’eeb encourages everyone to believe in themselves and spread the joy of football to everyone, through the catch phrase ‘Now is All’.

 

 

The off-screen component of the cinema campaign included the distribution of 50,000 FIFA branded popcorn tubs featuring La’eeb, to moviegoers at select VOX locations in UAE and KSA starting 10 November 2022.

 

FIFA Cinema Campaign

 

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