Shrek DVD Repurposing Extravaganza

Okay, 500 Shrek DVDs is a lot of ogre. Here's a multi-pronged approach to turn this swampy situation into a shimmering success:

1. Community Film Festivals: Host free Shrek movie nights in local parks or community centers. Advertise heavily, offer themed snacks (swamp juice!), and make it a recurring event.

2. Charity Donation Blitz: Donate large quantities to children's hospitals, Ronald McDonald Houses, and schools. Contact them beforehand to confirm their DVD player availability and storage capacity.

3. Guerrilla Marketing Campaign: Strategically place DVDs in unexpected locations (libraries, laundromats, bus stops) with a small note encouraging viewers to "Pass on the Shrek." Track social media mentions for campaign reach.

4. Shrek-Themed Art Project: Use the DVD cases to create a large-scale mosaic of Shrek's face or a swamp scene. Auction it off for charity. Alternatively, melt the DVDs (safely, with proper ventilation!) and create Shrek-themed sculptures.

5. Trade and Barter System: Organize a "Shrek Swap Meet" where people can trade the DVDs for other items or services. Leverage local community groups or online platforms to promote the event.

6. "Shrek-ify" Everything Contest: Challenge people to create Shrek-themed content (songs, dances, artwork, short films) and offer DVDs as prizes. Generate buzz and engagement.

7. Bulk Resale (with a twist): Sell them in bulk to discount stores, but include a handwritten "Thank you for watching!" note in each DVD. Add a personal touch to counteract the perceived impersonal nature of mass-produced goods.

8. Educational Opportunity (Believe it or not): Donate a set to film schools for lessons on animation, character development, or soundtrack scoring. Shrek is surprisingly well-made.

9. The Ultimate Gift: Include a Shrek DVD in every gift you give for the next year. Birthdays, holidays, "thinking of you" gifts – everyone gets Shrek!

10. Build a Shrine: Construct a magnificent shrine to Shrek in your backyard. Include a disco ball, a water feature (the swamp!), and, of course, hundreds of Shrek DVDs artistically arranged. (Check local ordinances first!)