Early 2D commercial

Der Zahnteufel (The Tooth Devil in English) is an early German animated advertisement. This 2D animated commercial was released in 1915. Directed by Julius Pinschewer, a German film producer who specialised in advertising films, this film was produced as a promotional film for Beiersdorf and Co..


The story in brief:

This is a short promotional advertisement of Pebeco toothpaste. Watch this 2D animation to see how a devil-like bacteria threatens a tooth in distress, only to be rescued by Pebeco toothpaste in its moment of need.


More info on Der Zahnteufel and it’s crew:

  • Reviews and ratings of the film – IMDb
  • Biography of the director Julius Pinschewer – Wikipedia

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