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The Marketing Made Superhero, Deadpool

- Deadpool's unconventional marketing led to over $1 billion in box office sales
- Strategies included newsjacking (Good Housekeeping cover), unexpected collaborations (Celine Dion), and social media engagement
- Marketing stayed true to Deadpool's irreverent character, maintaining brand authenticity
- Aimed to reach "fragmented Gen-Z audiences" through unorthodox stunts
- Key lessons for marketers:
- Know your brand's unique "character"
- Don't be afraid to stand out
- Collaborate creatively
- Use humor when appropriate
- Embrace social media
- Think beyond traditional advertising
- Consistency and authenticity are crucial in all marketing efforts
- Goal is to get the right kind of attention that reinforces brand identity and appeals to target audience
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