Funny Games

Ever so often the web is blessed with a truly amazing film trailer. I do believe that I may have found the very best film trailer this year. (Possibly a close second to “Iron Man,” but I readily admit that I am very biased in favor of any comic book movie.)

Here is my own personal guidelines for measuring the success of a film trailer.

1. Does it convey authors intent?

Are you able to sufficiently grasp the premise of the film? Were they able to convince you, coerce you, or attract you? Many film trailers that come out these days rarely intrigue or worse yet tell all too fast leaving nothing for you to desire. Ever seen a movie that the best parts were all found in the trailer? Aggravating isn’t it? A trailer should leave you wanting more. Salivating at the thought of been privileged to view any more. I argue Funny Games does just that. every trailer or really any abbreviated work of an artist should be an accurate representation or the overall project.