Thursday, 26 May 2011

Codes and Conventions of film trailers

There are many conventions to film trailers. Most film trailers include most of these conventions in order to be successful. Some of the most recognisable conventions are shown below:

  • Consistant one liners- helps the audience engage with the characters
  • Range of dramatic camera angles and movement
  • Titles which introduce events/ characters/ information about the film
  • Music to create an atmosphere or help tell a story
  • Montage editing- so the viewer gets a taste of the whole
  • Voice overs to tell the story
  • Stars of the film showcased to appeal to a wider audience

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