Purpose of a Film Trailer

A trailer is used to promote a film to it's audience before it is released in the cinema, they will usually consist of a series of different shots and dialogue. If a film trailer is successful it will attract the target audience and cause excitement, encouraging them to see it once it comes out. The trailer will most likely show glimpses of the most funny, thrilling and noteworthy moments of the film, without revealing any spoilers. When trailers are produced and released, the creators hope to draw people in so they can make as much money as possible from viewings once it is in the cinema.