10 Posts you should have for "D. Appendix: Research for Main Product"

1. Initial post - a horror trailer which you found interesting and an explanation of why you chose it (if in doubt, choose Hostel)

2. A post about "the return of the repressed" (concept developed by Freud) and what it might mean for horror films and audiences. There's some decent info on Wikipedia.

Mia Farrow in Rosemary's Baby

3. A post which summaries our lessons and handouts on Narrative Theories (Propp, Todorov, Bordwell and Thompson)

Todorov

4. At least 3 horror film trailers with analysis of their technical codes (mise-en-scene, editing, camerawork and sound).

The Exorcist

5. A post exploring the difference between the teaser trailer and the main theatrical trailer.

6. An illustrated explanation of the function of a film distribution company, focusing particularly on the DISTRIBUTION and MARKETING plans. Make sure you outline the key elements of the marketing plan - advertising, publicity and promotions.

  

7. A detailed post on the representation of women in the horror genre, with images, links and videos. Use your notes plus some of the research posts I have on my blog (D label)

8. Results and analysis of your target audience research including visual representations (charts, etc.)

9. Powerpoint summary of the Horror-related research topic you presented to the class.

10. Powerpoint storyboard of a teaser trailer.