(Post 16) Ancillary Task Research




What makes a film poster/music album cover stand out from others?
  • In what ways can you think of film posters/music album covers linking to the film plot/music video/song themselves?
  • How much of a marketing tool do you consider a film poster and album cover to be?
  • As a consumer, what hints/tips can you give us in regard to making our own posters and/or album covers?

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