Task 1: how does Emmet come across? How effective would this trailer be in promoting the film?
Emmet is an ordinary guy, he wakes up early and drives his car to work, He is shown to be struggling to do 3 jumping jacks, to display his unathleticism. he is also shown to let people walk over him, this is displayed when he pays for an overprised cup of coffee for $37. However people, such as Lucy(wildstyle) believe he is the special one. There is a lot to loose and people are relying on Emmet, as the chosen one, to save them. This leads him to step up and become a heroic character.
Displaying Emmet as an ordinary guy is a good way to promote the film because most people or children who are watching the film are just average people, like Emmet. This means these people can relate to Emmet and therefore form a connection or attachment with him. Humour adds entertainment to the film, for example Batman's overly confident personality and comments. this keeps people interested in the movie.
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Mark 8/10
ReplyDeleteYou write clearly on how Emmet is represented: you understand that he is an 'ordinary guy' who is physically unfit, timid and unadventurous, easily pushed around and keen to conform and be liked, rather than stand up for himself. You support your points with evidence - good. You note that he has the potential for change because Wyldstyle believes in him.
You base most of your answer on the overall appeal of the trailer on Emmet but could also consider the appeal of the trailer and what it promises audiences, in particular, comedy, excitement and colour. You could add 'action adventure' themes like chase, quest, spectacle and also a big range of characters in the cast.