Before analyzing film trailers and posters, I need to make a decision over what genre I would like to look into. To make my decision, I have compiled a list of the most popular film genres, then I will weigh up which ones cover what type of film, and then make my final decision.
Action - films usually include an over use of special effects, fight scenes and gun scenes. Also included are car chases and any form of battle against the 'bad guys'
Adventure - films are usually exciting set in exotic or unknown locations, usually combined with action so that the film doesn't end up being a documentary.
Comedy - films are light-hearted and designed to make the audience laugh. This is usually achieved with the majority of the lines being a joke or a punchline, or using innuendos.
Drama - one of the more used genres. Drama films are serious films that stride themselves on their story, and usually involves character developments and creating a bond between the audience and the character. The films are usually high in emotion too.
Horror - the most simplistic film genre, a film designed to scare and frighten the audience in as many ways possible. The films usually contain a gripping ghost story based around paranormal activities and feeds off of peoples paranoia.
Sci-Fi - This genre covers any film that is usually set in the future. Science Fiction covers any sort of major technological advancements that would be unable to be achieved in the real world, such as sustained space travel through distant galaxies e.g. Star-Trek.
Thriller - this genre is a key genre such as drama. Thriller films are usually films heavy in story and character development, whilst being combined with drama to create the most gripping of films, that usually leaves the viewer dazzled by the amazement that just happened.
Each genre has its own pros and cons, but I believe it is clear which genre I will choose. I have selected to go for an Action/Thriller, because these genres are extremely popular, but also are both extremely easy to portray in a trailer with minimal spending and props.
