In 1996, in conjunction with a musical policy trailer, a series of public service announcements starring the Muppets of Sesame Street were made to be shown at Sony Theaters.
Running under 30 seconds, each spot places the characters by a large timer, as an unseen voice (Don Pardo) gives them a mere 15 seconds to say something that will change the world. These shorts are known to have aired on PBS as well.
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Grover can't concentrate with the sound of the clock ticking, but manages to come up with an answer - "Be nice." Written by Lou Berger[1] | |
Ernie nearly wastes all of his and Bert's time by gushing over the great responsibility they've been given. Just as Bert erupts, Ernie delivers a last-second message - "Don't lose your cool." Written by Norman Stiles[1] | |
Cookie Monster scarfs down a bag of cookies as Rosita watches, hungrily. Cookie realizes the lesson - "Share." Written by Tony Geiss[1] | |
Big Bird, Elmo, and Zoe demonstrate the importance of taking turns by speaking in alternating words...and find they can't stop. Written by Judy Freudberg[1] |