What is the primary purpose of a film poster?

To promote the film and attract its target audience

Which element would you expect to see on a gangster film poster?

Suited male figures, guns, urban settings, dark tones

Which of the following is least likely to appear on a professionally designed film poster?

A paragraph summarising the full storyline

Which of the following would most likely be considered a symbolic code on a thriller film poster?

A shadowy figure holding a weapon

What is the billing block on a film poster?

A block of text listing key production credits

Which of the following is a common visual code used on an action film poster?

Explosions, weapons, and intense facial expressions

Which of the following is a common convention used on a teen chick flick film poster (e.g. Mean Girls)?

Pink or pastel colour schemes, stylish clothing, and high school setting

Which of the following visual codes is commonly used on a comedy film poster?

Bright colours, exaggerated facial expressions, playful fonts

Which of the following conventions is typical of science fiction film posters?

Futuristic cityscapes, advanced tech, cool tones

Which visual elements are most associated with a horror film poster?

Dark colour palette, isolated figure, eerie lighting

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Film Poster Conventions

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1
What is the primary purpose of a film poster?
To showcase the director’s filmography
To promote the film and attract its target audience
To list all production crew members
To provide a full plot summary
2
Which element would you expect to see on a gangster film poster?
Suited male figures, guns, urban settings, dark tones
Natural landscapes and glowing lights
Sparkles and heart symbols
Cartoonish background and pastel colour palette
3
What type of font is commonly used on romantic comedy film posters?
Gothic or handwritten fonts
Elegant serif or script fonts
Blocky futuristic fonts
Military-style bold fonts
4
Which of the following is least likely to appear on a professionally designed film poster?
A billing block listing production credits
Names of leading actors
A short critique quote or star rating
A paragraph summarising the full storyline
5
Which of the following would most likely be considered a symbolic code on a thriller film poster?
A cartoon animal with sunglasses
A shadowy figure holding a weapon
A rose and handwritten love letter
A sunset and palm trees
6
What is the billing block on a film poster?
A block of text listing key production credits
A summary of the film’s plot
The social media handles of the film studio
A section showing awards won
7
Which of the following is a common visual code used on an action film poster?
Cartoon characters and speech bubbles
Abstract patterns and surreal shapes
Explosions, weapons, and intense facial expressions
Soft lighting and floral elements
8
Which of the following is a common convention used on a teen chick flick film poster (e.g. Mean Girls)?
Futuristic cityscape and metallic fonts
Pink or pastel colour schemes, stylish clothing, and high school setting
Gritty urban background with weapons
Dark shadows and isolated figures
9
Which of the following visual codes is commonly used on a comedy film poster?
Monochromatic colour schemes and minimal design
Close-up of a weapon or a sinister setting
Blood splatter and dark shadows
Bright colours, exaggerated facial expressions, playful fonts
10
Which of the following conventions is typical of science fiction film posters?
Romantic couples and handwritten font
Historical costumes and candlelight
Futuristic cityscapes, advanced tech, cool tones
Hand-drawn characters and comic-style panels
11
Which visual elements are most associated with a horror film poster?
Pop-art style illustrations
Bright colours and smiling characters
Dark colour palette, isolated figure, eerie lighting
Romantic poses and floral designs
12
Which of the following would most likely be a written code used in a thriller poster?
“Coming to a cinema near you!”
“Trust no one.”
“They’re here to party.”
“Love was just the beginning.”

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