I'm sorry. Do you see this poster? Is there any chance that the poster in and of itself would make you want to go out and see this movie? Even if the flick's good (which it won't be), even if it has merits (which it doesn't), this poster alone is a huge turn off. Why? Mainly because it's an overly photoshopped, highly made up mess showcasing no visible creativity. Essentially it tells the audience, "both you and this movie, are not worth our time." Which begs the question, why should I pay $10.75 for this? Answer: you shouldn't, unless your Gilmore Girls withdrawl has gotten completely out of hand (and even then, go see Guys and Dolls on Broadway with this one).
But here's another thought, maybe it's chick flick protocol? Maybe to make women instantly recognize a movie that's made "for them" studios dumb down the design so that subconsciously you already know the plot will be easy, familiar and predictable? But how would you prove it?...
case closed. marketing bastards.
Now to wash the bad taste out of your mouth, check out this alternate Rules of Attraction poster.
You can't mention overly Photoshopped chick flick movie posters and not post a copy of the poster for MY BEST FRIEND'S GIRL. Have you seen that monstrosity?! Honestly, I don't know quite how it qualifies as a chick flick precisely, but it was sure marketed as one.
ReplyDeleteyou're right Ranielle, it's been noted and added.
ReplyDeleteLOL. I do enjoy chick flicks though.
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