2. The Cover
This is another cover I have
chosen to analyse, It is another
cover from Empire for the film
Inception. I thought this cover
stood out as it is not a
conventional layout, however,
there are some problems with the
cover.
3. The Masthead
The Masthead again stands out on the front cover, with the
same connotations. However, the Masthead for this cover is
slightly covered by the main image used for this cover. However,
it is still easily read and clear to make out. It is also effective
that the main image isn’t intruded by the masthead as it makes
the main image stand out more on the cover.
4. The Splash
The splash on this example is very clear against the main
image. The red really stands out against the black and grey
background. Also the fact that the splash has been made to fit
with the background makes it more effective and aesthetically
pleasing. The font for the Masthead is also similar to the splash
which makes it more appealing and attractive to the readers
eye.
5. The Main Image
The main image is posed very well for this
front cover. The image looks threatening
and intriguing from people who don’t
know what the film is about, and the fact
a well known actor is used would also
attracted a number of viewers. The fact
the character is armed would also alarm
audiences as they would be interested to
know what he needs protection from.
There is a suggestion of ‘007’ or James
Bond in the Splash which suggests that
the character may be some sort of spy.
6. Sub-titles
The sub-titles on this example are
very unconventional. There has been
an effect placed on them which sends
them backwards. Although this looks
affective it does make the sub-titles
quite difficult to read. However, it
does link in with the theme of the
film, but I think that some of the sub-
titles are too difficult to read.
7. Additional information
The detail has not been as focused upon in this example as my
last one as the producers have written ‘plus’ rather than using a
plus sign. However, the additional information gives a sense that
this magazine is packed with information which would be
appealing to viewers who are fans of the film industry. Also the
fact that the pug states you can gain access to “the movie event
of 2010” would also appeal to movie fans as they would want to
gain access to on of Hollywood’s events.
