Conventions of a Trailer

Main Conventions of a Trailer

• Voiceovers are used to tell the story and give credit information
• The stars of the film are showcased
• Key points are sometimes conveyed through titles
• Conversations between characters often consist of one line
• Dramatic camera angles may be chosen to show events or characters
• Action is interspersed with actor or director credits on screen
• Music plays an important role in creating atmosphere
• The film's title may not appear until the end
• The trailer builds to a climax, where it ends
• Montage (a series of shots from different points in the film edited together) is often used to highlight the most dramatic, humorous or fast-paced aspects of the film