Comparing Theatrical Trailers - 'Marty Supreme'

The first theatrical trailer I'm going to be looking at Is from 'Marty Supreme', which is a drama.

Here is the theatrical trailer:

This trailer has the following conventions:

1. Production company (A24):

• Establishes credibility and brand identity.

2. Title of the film:

• Clearly shown to promote recognition.

3. Release date:

• Informs the audience when it’s coming out (Christmas release).

4. Images/clips from the film:

• Includes training, matches, and personal moments.

5. Main character introduction:

• Focuses on Marty and his ambition.

6. Enigma (mystery):

• Doesn’t fully reveal the story, making the audience curious.

7. Editing (montage):

• Fast-paced cuts between matches, relationships, and conflict.

8. Music:

• Nostalgic/recognisable track helps set tone and emotion.

9. Voiceover/dialogue: 

• Used to explain his goals and mindset.

10. Variety of camera shots and movements:

• Close-ups, long shots, action shots.

11. Genre indication:

• Clearly shows it’s a sports drama with emotional elements.

12. Star appeal:

• Highlights actors like Timothee Chalamet to attract audiences.

13. Building pace:

• Trailer becomes more intense towards the end.

14. Spectacle/“eye-catching” moments:

• Fast matches, dramatic scenes.