Key conventions of Film Trailers and Posters

Film Trailers

1. Tells you who made the film and often what the producers have made in the past.
2. Typically, trailers are 1-2 minutes long.
3. Gives the audience the name of the film, what (famous) actors are performing in the movie and the release date.
4. Shows the audience where the main settings of the films are.
5. Introduces the main characters to the audience and allows the audience to relate to them.
6. Often have music playing in the background. The music is often associated with the genre.
7. Brief outline of the film that makes the audience keen to watching the movie, by showing a selection of various action without revealing the ending.
8. The main aim is to persuade the audience into wanting to go and watch the movie by giving slight information about the plot. They do this by showing comedic bits or action depending on the genre of the film.

Film Posters

1. Shows the name of the actors/actress.
2. Eye catching images.
3. Title of film.
4. Tagline.
5. Critic review.
6. Production blurb.
7. Release date.
8. Film franchise logo. (If there is one)