Genre,sub genre and audience
I am looking at posters advertising films, and how they show what type of film it is.
'The others'
Genre and sub genre: Horror, psychological
Target audience: Teens and adults, people interested in psychology
what were the key signifiers: Half of the actors face is in darkness which makes it seem mysterious and scary. The only image on the poster is a close up of a woman's face which suggests the story line will be about her and her mind. The colour scheme is dark.
'Fair game'
Genre and sub genre: Drama, biographical
Target audience: Teens and adults
what were the key signifiers: There is so significant features suggesting it will be any other genre. the font used is formal and clear, with no effects. The facial expression of the two actors shown is serious. The poster is focused on the characters, and they are also dressed formally showing the film will be quite serious.
'Tower heist'
Genre and sub genre: Comedy,action, crime
Target audience: Middle aged people, fans of the main actors
what were the key signifiers: There is a puppy shown at the bottom of the poster which is quite inconsistent with the theme, which is humorous as it shows the randomness of the film. The actors shown on the poster are well known for starring in comedy films (Ben Stiller and Eddie Murphy).
'In time'
Genre and sub genre: Action, science fiction, romance
Target audience: Teens and adults
what were the key signifiers: A weapon is shown on the poster which signifies action. The two characters in the poster are close, and giving each other direct eye contact suggesting romance. The colour scheme is black, blue silver and white.
'Unfaithful'
Genre and sub genre: Drama, romance
Target audience: Middle aged, married people, people who can relate to the story line
what were the key signifiers: There is two characters, and the female character is shown with another man whilst the male character looks over with a distraught facial expression. The layout of the poster shows a romance that has gone wrong. The film title is placed in between the two character which means shows it has signification to them. The colours used are dull and suggest the characters feeling low.
'In the line of fire'
Genre and sub genre: American thriller, action, crime
Target audience: American people, people interested in crime
what were the key signifiers: There is an American flag in the background showing it is based in America. There are four different characters who are not together, suggesting they each have something of their own to accomplish. One character is holding a weapon suggesting action.
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