Smokin' aces poster analysis

Smokin' aces

This poster follows the stereotypes of a typical gangster film poster. The colour scheme sticks to the theme of white, black, gold, and red. The background is white, which means that the red writing stands out against the plain background. There are also aspects of the images highlighted in red, which contrasts against the dull colours of the images surrounding the poster. The red cards in the corner of the poster link to the title of the film, as it's called 'Smokin' aces'. It also shows how the film could be centred around gambling. In the left hand corners of the poster there are two people holding guns, suggesting that the film contains violent scenes containing guns and shootouts. 

There is also a bullet hole in the middle of the poster, and a crack suggesting that there is a violent storyline. The crack also connotes danger as splintering glass could represent reckless behaviour and risk. The main title of the film is placed in the middle of the poster, which makes it the first thing the audience would see. It is also the biggest text on the poster which makes it stand out against the rest of the text. The title is also written in a font similar to that of the wild west, which is stereotypically linked with shootouts, violence, and gambling. 

Around the outside of the poster there are the actors that star in the film, and they are out on the poster to reinforce the mise-en-scene of the film, but to also advertise the film's popular actors, such as Ryan Reynolds and Chris Pine. Also the names of these actors are placed above the title of the film which builds intrigue, as fans will see the name and instantly be interested in the film.