Shots - 90 (approx)Length - 2:06 minutesCharacters - 5 (2 victims) (3 'criminals')Locations features - 2 (inside and outside household)Props - Candles/Engagement ring/Phone/Axe/Record Player/

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Characters During the trailer the two main characters (victims) are repeatedly shown throughout, intended to set the scene and establish their personality so therefore the audience creates a connection. The 3 criminals are only briefly shown in the first half using long shots, creating tension, however as the trailer gets on the shots of them become more regular yet still fast paced so the audience are still curious of their identity.

CostumeThe couple at first was wearing black tie attire, which shows that they maybe well off with a good job however after wards they change in to casual clothing which reflects the change of mood. The 3 criminals are wearing casual clothing however quite dim and dark contrasting against the couples 'fashionable' clothing which therefore sets them apart from each other. The masks are the main feature yet as the women's masks are theatrical it gives them a 'doll' like presence which may be cold and empty. As the man's mask is made of a rag it gives him an edgy and dangerous persona.

PropsA record player is used as juxtaposition when they are being attacked and the music is suddenly 'happy', creating a sense of sadisticness and cruelty. Other props are the cliché axes, knives and gun all violent objects reflecting the theme of the movie. These props could easily be used in my trailer however using safer replicas that would cause no danger.

Location and settingIt's set in a remote large house in a in the early hours of the morning, firstly as no outsider could interrupt it eliminates the element of rescue therefore it implies that there isn’t much hope for survival, adding to the tension. However this could be replicated in a country side.

ShotsThe shots start out as establishing shots introducing the surroundings, this clearly represents isolations. Then it's mainly close-ups reflecting the romantic mood. However after the equilibrium has been disrupted it's mostly medium shots with only one of the couple in them, demonstrating their vulnerability.

Sound Romantic slow non-diegetic music plays however when a loud bang and a mysterious swing sound the background music stops to change the mood.Yet loud bang are played when critical moments are happening and when the criminals are shown. The music from the record players also jumps at the end for every shot when the editing paces quickens.Dialogue is minimal and mostly in whispers, which causes the audience to want to know more.

EditingThe editing pace at the start is long and fades into each other to match the romantic setting. However the shots get shorter with black intervals in between to connote uncertainty. After the editing paces become very fast to show the action and that the situation is become serious and violent.

Film PosterThe image has two characters in the foreground where the audience can gather that these are the victims. The three criminals are standing up which represents the power balance and are looking down onto them. Having a solid brick wall in the background shows entrapment. The font used for the title where its fading, can connote uncertainly and as fading is connected with bizarre activity this may reflect the theme of the film. Also the tag line 'Because you were home' is a hint to what the film is about and the lack of reasoning can suggest that it maybe psychopathic behavior.

The image's colorings are quite dim, reflecting the mood however the brown and the soft centre lighting makes the image look 'cosy' which shows that what was a happy place has been disrupted. The fonts are placed on darker areas therefore contrasting well of the image.

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MastheadThe masthead is done in a display font, which is sharp and stands out with the use of black and white. The 'Total' is placed in the top of the 'F' which is different and eye catching. It takes up about a fifth of the cover and even thought the image covers a letter, as its well established regular readers would still be able to recognize the name.

Main ImageThe image takes up the majority of the cover and is a medium shot which is normal with many magazines. The actor is placed directly in the middle as this is where the eye is drawn when first looking at the magazine. His suit and hair represents him as a serious and successful person and the tilted down head with eyes looking up is a bit shifty showing that theirs more to him then first realized. However the blood on his face directly connotes danger and violence which may reflect on films he has acted in.

Sell linesUsing the rule of three the 3 sell line titles have a blue banner and the font in a contrasting white. This is eye catching as the 3 words are simply hits therefore a reader will be intrigued and read on. The sell lines then are in a black where the main sentences and words are put in bold to again catch a potential readers attention.

Main Sell lineThe main sell line is unconventionally on the side however the font differs from the sell lines making an impact, also its in a bold writing and situated with not a lot surrounding it therefore making it prominent on the page.

Information All magazines acquire information such as a barcode so it can be purchased and a price. Also additional information for those interested is provided such as an issue number / date / and a website so a customer can find more information.

Skyline When a reader is taken in by the reader the skyline works as extra content showing the reader that they are getting more for their money. The skyline is done in a thinner font, therefore no taking attention from the main stories and mast head. ’Modern’ makes the magazine appear up-to-date with current movie knowledge.