1) The poster features a close-up of Leonardo DiCaprio's face lit by a match, showing only half his face in shadow to imply mystery in his character. 2) In the background is an image of the island, shown in sharper focus than other elements to highlight its importance to the story. 3) Directed by Martin Scorsese and starring Leonardo DiCaprio, the film's title appears in faded, bloody red font alluding to old secrets on the mysterious island at the center of the psychological thriller.

1. ANALYSIS OF FILM POSTER 1

6. Also the main star, Leonardo DiCaprio is promoted with his name on big bold bright white which stands out from the dark background. He is used as a USP ( unique selling point)

7. The main title of the film, is in bold red font connoting blood and danger. In addition, in terms of graphics the font looks like its faded or eroded implying old secret or treasure and there’s subtle blood smears again connoting violence. Red is a typical thriller film colour used in majority of thrillers.

8. Finally, the tagline ‘someone is missing’ is so simple and short yet so powerful and also reveals some insight to the synopsis.