Trailer of 'The Excorcism of Emily Rose'

Conventions: (What genre is it? How do you know?)
The film is a thriller. This is because typical conventions of a thriller trailer are shown in this. This includes:

• darkness
• eerie 'creepy' music
• demons
• short quick sudden cuts.

The use of demons suggest the trailer to be supernatural, therefore making this film a supernatural thriller.

Film language:

• Fade to blacks are used throughout the trailer. This is a typical convention of a thriller trailer as it creates an eerie atmosphere and speeds the pace of the trailer up. 
• Synchronous diegetic sound is used when there is heavy breathing. This is used to portray the emotion of being frightened. This will make the audience sympathise with the character before tension is built. 
•  Non-diegetic sound of a choir singing is heard when the priest is shown. The priest is carrying out the exorcism, this helps the narrative along but also juxtaposes the demons and the idea of the devil as choirs are seen as innocent religious people. 

 What is the first thing seen? 
The first shot is a high angle shot of the house. This is very stereotypical for thriller trailers that are based in one house as it sets the scene of the story.

How is the film advertised in the trailer?
The main piece of advertising shown in the trailer is the intertitle 'based on a true story'. This creates a feel of realism which creates more fear within the audience as they want to watch the film to see what happens.
 Institutional information is also shown. An audience may recognise directors or actors names from this and want to see the film if they recognise previous names.

What age is this film aimed at? How do you know? 
The film is aimed at people 18+. This is obvious as there are graphic, violent images shown that noone under the age of 18 should see. There does not seem to be a specific gender targeted, which suggests both genders are targeted.

Does the trailer make you want to watch the film?
Although the trailer was well portrayed and gave away the right amount of narrative as to not give any big twists away, I do not enjoy watching supernatural thrillers, therefore I would not go out of my way to go and watch this film. However, if I had been someone interested in this genre of film then the trailer would interest be enough to go and see this.

How many shots are used in total? 
70-80

How long is the trailer?
1 minute 57 seconds

How many settings are shown in the trailer? 
There are 10 in total which are:

1. In the house
2. The prison cell
3. At the park
4. The court
5. In the  church
6. The school
7. The bedroom
8. The kitchen
9. An alleyway
10. A field