Covid-related German PSA lauds ‘couch potatoes’. Video prompts mixed reactions

German government has shared a series of videos under their latest campaign titled Zusammen gegen Corona or Together against Corona.

Updated on: Nov 20, 2020, 10:15:14 IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | By Trisha Sengupta

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Authorities, across the globe, every now and then, share various PSAs to remind people to follow protocols amid the ongoing pandemic. German government has joined in by sharing a series of videos under their latest campaign titled Zusammen gegen Corona or Together against Corona.

The video has left people with mixed feelings. (Screenshot)

One such clip, along with English subtitles, prompted mixed reactions among people after Twitter user Rachel Clarke retweeted it.

The video shows a documentary-style interview of an elderly man that takes place in 2060. Take a look:

Since being shared, the clip has gathered more than 2.5 million views – and the numbers are only increasing. It has also amassed tons of comments from people. While the ad made some laugh, others were not so happy.

While replying to her own post, Clarke also retweeted another video from the campaign.

What do you think of the videos?

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Trisha Sengupta
Trisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More