After my first set of research into the film poster ancillary product, I have decided to re-visit my research following my extended ideas. Here you will see my research into the hollywood style film posters so that I can discover whether photos which are used include landscape photographs or portrait.
Portrait images in film posters:
I have found that the majority of film posters use portrait images, or a variety of different types all in one, as it helps to catch the audiences attention with just one 'big' image or more than one.
Landscape photographs in film posters:
This is the first film poster that I've come across which uses a landscape photograph for their film promotion. I have found that the majority of film posters use minimal text, using their image as a way to attract audiences.
This is the second film poster that I've found which appears to use a landscape photograph, as oppose to a portrait one. The picture is basic, but effective overall with the use of the red text which looks smudged.
My basic look of my film poster (so far) using a landscape image looks like this:
My research into the types of photos which are used within film posters has made me realize that I need to create more than one film poster, tackling this issue so that I can see whether it would be best advised to use a portrait image (which I would have to arrange a photoshoot for) for my film poster. I feel that the film poster above is going in the right direction, however I feel that I should use the codes and conventions seen in the other film posters, as I have no reason to break the codes and conventions within my chosen style of work.
Conclusion:
I like the design of the film poster for Jane Eyre and the one above it starring Casey Affleck. I like the unique look it gives off, which I feel would fit in with the style I'm going for.
