A flash mob is (aside from being the coolest thing ever, probably) when a group of people show up in a public place and do something coordinated for a bit, and then disperse. Instead of trying to explain more, let’s just show you some of the best ones ever achieved.
All of these are technically considered a flash mob- a a large group of people doing something in unison then going on their way. Even though these are meant to be pranks, they still qualify. Starting at 1:09 is more of one in my opinion.
yeah al just relax. i really enjoyed all of these links, if nothing else the spectators in every one of these videos got a rare chance to enjoy some incredibly talented (or at least enthusiastic) musicians and dancers outside of any usual performance venue. youre telling me that if you were walking down the street and people spontaneously began to sing and dance in unison that you would be upset over the fact that operation was being financed by a corporation rather than just enjoying the performance. and honestly one would think a socialist douchenozzle like yourself would be pleased to learn that ‘obnoxious executives’ are making such a kind-hearted and honest investment in the common person and in the performing arts instead of greedily hoarding said wealth from cynical, unsuccessful critics like you.
anyway, great link admin. and al, if you dont like it and think youre better than this, go fuck yourself.
Al, whilst a douche, is also right. These aren’t flashmobs and while kinda cool, if you;re gonna post a best of list then you should really include some examples of what you’re talking about. If you want to see a real flashmob then how about http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RONM_WhAp9Q which I know is real as I took part.
One thing a lot of these have in common which means that you know it is fake is when the music is coming through the store/shop/wherevers speakers. If you’ve gotten permission in advance and keyed up your music then it aint a flashmob anymore.
Hmmm – thanks for your comment. I’m curious – if the videos featured in the post aren’t technically flash mobs, what would have been a better term to use? I’m hear to learn! Thanks for the link to your flash mob. It looked like a lot of fun! – lizaio
Well, I DO think that the first one, the ImprovEverywhere one, is a flash mob. I’ve actually participated in that, and I can well assure you, only the people participating in it and the people who go on their website know what happened.
Here are two more, which while not having a mountain of people are flash mobs, done by my friends who pull the PAX Prank every year at the Penny Arcade Expo.
Theyre just a bunch of gamers who love doing random stuff. No sponsors, no advertisements, just random fun.
It takes us months of planning each year for the PAX Pranks, with participants who are attending pax from all around the world.
I think this is a great example of a flashmob. While it may not be a true flashmob, this is still a great example of people amazing people inconspicuously. Please check out the Knight’s Foundation’s “Random Acts of Culture”. What they do is something that should catch on more across the world today. We are losing touch with the arts, imho.
Well lets see as many have said these are not flash mobs others have asked for definition and yet those who are claiming that these dont qualify for a flash mod have yet to define for them is it because you really dont know what a flash mob is and you just get your enjoyment out of being a total prick? dont send a frigin link ok just becaus e you want to get others to view your crap and not this either define it as asked or shut the fuck up. some people just cant go on a be polite when correcting it could have been handled much better the videos were entertaining thats all that matters and it seemed that the onlookers were enjoying it that is all that matters.
From what I actually know about flash mobs, I think a good definition would be “A group of people who dance in unison in a public place for entertainment”. If its an advertisement one I would call it a cash mob, because they get paid for it, which isn’t such a bad thing.
“A flash mob is (aside from being the MOST RETARDED thing ever, probably) when a group of people show up in a public place and do something DUMB for a bit, and then disperse.”
T-Mobile Dance- different styles different songs and not just the usual dancers. People of all type perform in this flash mob http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VQ3d3KigPQM
Both of these should have been on your list not just the prank ones
This is a form of art. Like every art some people will like it and some will not. As the craft matures the art will improve. The spectators will look for originality.
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Basically none of these are flashmobs, douchenozzle. They’re advertisements. It doesn’t count if some obnoxious executive pays people to be there
lol. you called me douchenozzle! send me links to some “real” flashmobs and I’ll print a retraction, you lovely, wonderful guy, you!
http://youtu.be/cPYiS5ebGgk
All of these are technically considered a flash mob- a a large group of people doing something in unison then going on their way. Even though these are meant to be pranks, they still qualify. Starting at 1:09 is more of one in my opinion.
yeah al just relax. i really enjoyed all of these links, if nothing else the spectators in every one of these videos got a rare chance to enjoy some incredibly talented (or at least enthusiastic) musicians and dancers outside of any usual performance venue. youre telling me that if you were walking down the street and people spontaneously began to sing and dance in unison that you would be upset over the fact that operation was being financed by a corporation rather than just enjoying the performance. and honestly one would think a socialist douchenozzle like yourself would be pleased to learn that ‘obnoxious executives’ are making such a kind-hearted and honest investment in the common person and in the performing arts instead of greedily hoarding said wealth from cynical, unsuccessful critics like you.
anyway, great link admin. and al, if you dont like it and think youre better than this, go fuck yourself.
Al, whilst a douche, is also right. These aren’t flashmobs and while kinda cool, if you;re gonna post a best of list then you should really include some examples of what you’re talking about. If you want to see a real flashmob then how about http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RONM_WhAp9Q which I know is real as I took part.
One thing a lot of these have in common which means that you know it is fake is when the music is coming through the store/shop/wherevers speakers. If you’ve gotten permission in advance and keyed up your music then it aint a flashmob anymore.
Hmmm – thanks for your comment. I’m curious – if the videos featured in the post aren’t technically flash mobs, what would have been a better term to use? I’m hear to learn! Thanks for the link to your flash mob. It looked like a lot of fun! – lizaio
How is that not EXACTLY the same thing as the NYC Grand Central Station freeze?
Here’s a great example of a real flashmob. And a much more moving example of humanity than a planned one.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GA8z7f7a2Pk
One man starts dancing at a festival, and soon.. well.. it’s everyone.
Well, I DO think that the first one, the ImprovEverywhere one, is a flash mob. I’ve actually participated in that, and I can well assure you, only the people participating in it and the people who go on their website know what happened.
Loved it. Thanks for making me smile
Here are two more, which while not having a mountain of people are flash mobs, done by my friends who pull the PAX Prank every year at the Penny Arcade Expo.
Theyre just a bunch of gamers who love doing random stuff. No sponsors, no advertisements, just random fun.
It takes us months of planning each year for the PAX Pranks, with participants who are attending pax from all around the world.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E-vm4CpzWpM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UC3v_Q1RAyE
I think this is a great example of a flashmob. While it may not be a true flashmob, this is still a great example of people amazing people inconspicuously. Please check out the Knight’s Foundation’s “Random Acts of Culture”. What they do is something that should catch on more across the world today. We are losing touch with the arts, imho.
This is definitely the best flash mob. It happened in the new student union at my school, The Ohio State University. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UJux_VTITfI
SHAYCARL!
YES!
SO Great!! This makes me smile =)
Pretty sure that none of these are Flashmobs. Way to fail!
Define flash mob for me then.
Well lets see as many have said these are not flash mobs others have asked for definition and yet those who are claiming that these dont qualify for a flash mod have yet to define for them is it because you really dont know what a flash mob is and you just get your enjoyment out of being a total prick? dont send a frigin link ok just becaus e you want to get others to view your crap and not this either define it as asked or shut the fuck up. some people just cant go on a be polite when correcting it could have been handled much better the videos were entertaining thats all that matters and it seemed that the onlookers were enjoying it that is all that matters.
I completely agree with you!
This is the best one ever. Stay with it for the payoff, and yes it is an advert.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=btL-EeX96Kk
From what I actually know about flash mobs, I think a good definition would be “A group of people who dance in unison in a public place for entertainment”. If its an advertisement one I would call it a cash mob, because they get paid for it, which isn’t such a bad thing.
Is the guy who says “That is the weirdest thing I’ve ever seen.” Pam’s New York friend from The Office? I’m 90% certain it is.
Correcting the original post here for accuracy:
“A flash mob is (aside from being the MOST RETARDED thing ever, probably) when a group of people show up in a public place and do something DUMB for a bit, and then disperse.”
T-mobile welcome back- a flash mob that has a meaning behind it
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NB3NPNM4xgo
T-Mobile Dance- different styles different songs and not just the usual dancers. People of all type perform in this flash mob
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VQ3d3KigPQM
Both of these should have been on your list not just the prank ones
2011 at Colgate University.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eR6zZeUWQjw
Incredible! Creative! Spirit!
4.5 minutes long.
This is a form of art. Like every art some people will like it and some will not. As the craft matures the art will improve. The spectators will look for originality.
Flash mobs are pretentious and stupid.
KLM Portugal – Lisbon Airport Flashmobs
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=q9A-WiHr59Q