T2
Genre: Comedy
Narrative: 20 years after their drug deal, Mark Renton (McGregor) returns to Edinburgh. There he meets up with his old friends Spud, Sick Boy and Begbie. A story of sorrow, joy, vengeance, regret and self-destruction.
Unique selling point: The third part of the trailer (after 1.07) is very poignant due to the soundtrack and references to the first film (Trainspotting). I like this as it is uplifting but slightly melancholy at the same time.
Target audience: over 18s
Music: 'Born Slippy' by Underworld is used at the start; this techno track also references the original film. 'Silk' by Wolf Alice is used in the second half of the trailer, this rock track bringing the more modern, up to date elements to the film. I think this song is quite reflective, which I think works well due to the issues that the characters face within the film. The visuals have been editing to match the track perfectly, which makes the trailer even more effective.
Shot types/camera angles: The most interesting shots are when the camera moves with the person, e.g. the camera moves with the microphone at 1.20, and moves with the tram at 0.16. I also like the shots with florescent lights, e.g. the blue of the fridge and the club, and the green of the pub.
Pace: Begins slow with hardly any soundtrack. It then picks up, and unusually the middle part of the trailer is the fastest. (Includes references to the old film, i.e. an adapted 'choose life' speech). The pace then slows slightly when the mood lifts, indicating that this film has a positive spin.
Dialogue: There is speech from Sick Boy at the start which sets up the narrative - it is 20 years and Mark has returned to them - this is all that is really needed, so the visuals and soundtrack are then the focal point. There is a little more but is not too important.
Voiceover: An adapted version of the famous 'Choose Life' speech has been used (voiced by McGregor). This works very well as it is referencing the previous film, but has been changed to fit the present day. The pace and editing of the visuals matches the speed of his voice, which also works well. When the mood changes, McGregor's voice continues to be used as voiceover.
Special effects: The best moment in the trailer - when Spud falls from the roof of a tower block (1.06) - is CGI. It is unexpected and bizarre rather than dramatic, and is utterly memorable.
Credits and inter-titles: The only credits that are given are Sony (the company) and Danny Boyle's (the director). They are shown in a style which (I think) is meant to look like a passing train. This is clever, witty and subtle as the film is called 'Trainspotting'.
Pace: Begins slow with hardly any soundtrack. It then picks up, and unusually the middle part of the trailer is the fastest. (Includes references to the old film, i.e. an adapted 'choose life' speech). The pace then slows slightly when the mood lifts, indicating that this film has a positive spin.
Dialogue: There is speech from Sick Boy at the start which sets up the narrative - it is 20 years and Mark has returned to them - this is all that is really needed, so the visuals and soundtrack are then the focal point. There is a little more but is not too important.
Voiceover: An adapted version of the famous 'Choose Life' speech has been used (voiced by McGregor). This works very well as it is referencing the previous film, but has been changed to fit the present day. The pace and editing of the visuals matches the speed of his voice, which also works well. When the mood changes, McGregor's voice continues to be used as voiceover.
Special effects: The best moment in the trailer - when Spud falls from the roof of a tower block (1.06) - is CGI. It is unexpected and bizarre rather than dramatic, and is utterly memorable.
Credits and inter-titles: The only credits that are given are Sony (the company) and Danny Boyle's (the director). They are shown in a style which (I think) is meant to look like a passing train. This is clever, witty and subtle as the film is called 'Trainspotting'.
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