The film trailer for 'Shutter Island' is a clear reflection of the thriller genre. The only graphic caption used other than the billing block, is the director's name; Martin Scorsese. Which suggests no other need for promotion other than the directors name, as Scorsese is renowned for producing acclaimed films. The narrative enigma of the trailer relies mainly on conversation between DiCaprio and another character, which involves the audience as they feel they are apart of the action.
The production company logo; Paramount Pictures, has been refined to appear like the film logo affiliated in the film's marketing with the logo outlined in black. This follows the conventions of the thriller genre as the edited image appears misteriously eerie.
The non-diegetic music accompanies the quick cuts and editing, when the music gets louder the trailer cuts to another shot by a sharp flash of light, which leaves a sharp suspense. There is a high pitched squeel commonly played throughout the trailer which follow the convention of the thiller genre, as the sound is almost frightening. There is a sense of diegetic music being played also in the form of the wind; during the scenes were the setting is being shown. Which adds to the errieness of the film. The edititing involved in the trailer uses mainly montage cuts, many fade-ins and outs, which allows the location of the trailer to be more ominous and explored. Giving the audience a sneak peak of what to expect from the film. The montage cuts enable a faster paced trailer, following the conventions of the average thriller.
The shots used of the actors are mainly close-ups, with the location shots being long. The close-up of the police badge gives brief snippets of the synopsis of the film, whilst not giving too much away as to spoil it. There were a few birds eye and worms eye shots which again allows the chance of exploration. Which enables the audience to come to terms with the size of the island, and just how isolated it is.
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