Monthly Archives: January 2013

“HANDS UP” (1918) – The very first promo trailer pioneers motion picture B to B communications

Posted on January 15, 2013 by Frederick Greene

Researching early trailers at UCLA’s Powell Library, I came across 2 versions of a promo trailer for “Hands Up!“, a 15 part 1918 serial starring Ruth Roland and George Chesebro.* Rather than a traditional trailer– a communication between the film’s … Continue reading →

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CHRONICLE (2012) Trailer: Form & Content Combine to Convey a History if Not a Narrative

Posted on January 10, 2013 by Frederick Greene

“Chronicle is a 2012 science fiction film directed by Josh Trank in his directorial debut, and written by Max Landisbased on a story by both. Three Seattle high-school seniors, bullied Andrew (Dane DeHaan), his cousin Matt (Alex Russell) and more … Continue reading →

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LES MISERABLES FEATURETTE: Innovative, Intimate, Authentic?

Posted on January 8, 2013 by Frederick Greene

I do love the behind the scenes conceit of the featurette which offers you the appearance of unscripted, intimate access to the stars and star-directors/producers who have combined to create the film that interests you. Given the mixed reviews from … Continue reading →

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