Donnie Darko front cover

The front cover to the Donnie Darko film shows a clear indication that the film is a Thriller. This is because it has all the different features that a Thriller film has. For example the front cover is very dark and mysterious. This adds a dramatic effect. The only light features on the front cover is the title writting and a sort of source of energy coming out of the main character. This makes the audience wonder what this energy thing is, so it might encourage people to go and see the film. The features that are light are the main features and the most important that they want the audience to see. The main character is also carrying an axe over his shoulder which suggests that he might be doing or have done something bad as an axe is a dangerous weapon. The poster does not have to much detail involved in it so this makes it simple and effective. The cover has got an element of the unnatural about it which will make others want to see the film. The font on the front cover is also very effective as it is bold and stands out for all to see clearly.