Thursday 13 September 2012

The Usual Suspects Poster Analysis




  • The man on the left looks as though he could work at a garage as a drive as he is wearing a jacket labelled 'porsche' down the side. This indicates that he is associated to cars either having a job in the business or has an interest in them. 
  • The man second to the left is wearing all black which symbolises danger and hints to an evil persona. His stance is wide which is intimidating and his overall body language is stern and rigid which may indicate he is more aggressive and violent than any of the other suspects. 
  • The central man is wearing a red shirt which suggests that he may be a smooth talker and confident with women. Also his red shirt may symbolise blood which insinuates a chance of death. It could also symbolise sex and passion which could hint to his talent with the ladies. His body language implies that he is comfortable and relaxed in his situation which portrays him has a confident character. 
  •    The man second to the right is wearing a light blue shirt which suggests that he may be an ex policeman. He is dressed in light colours which gives the character a heroic feel and he may be the brains of the operation. His body language suggests that he may be a reserved character as his arm is positioned over the other which acts as a guard to his body. 
  •  The man on the right is wearing a sweater vest and geeky shirt which portrays him as an intelligent yet vulnerable character. His facial expression is much more anxious compared to the other suspects. His body language of leaning towards the other men may suggests that he is guilty as he is attempting to hide behind the other men. His hand is  positioned to be grasping his arm which signifies that he may need stability in his life. 
  • Their shadows against the background imply that they have many secrets and are suspicious characters. The shadows represent secrets creeping up on characters and setting an eerie atmosphere. 


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