4. You Haven't Seen Every Good Bit In The Trailers
So many films these days want to tell you the entire story in two minutes' of what should be a tease. Yes, romantic comedies, we're looking at you.
But thanks to some savvy marketing from the studio, approved by Jackson and Blomkamp, District 9's trailers have provided just enough to hook us in while also leaving enough on the table that, if you stay away from spoilers, you'll find plenty more to enjoy.
"I do think that it’s always okay to show too little," is Blomkamp's opinion. "People will still be interested. So why show too much?"
Take a look above.
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Comments
DanRose
Sep 3rd 2009, 10:09
So why the no 5 star total film?
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CheDizzle
Sep 3rd 2009, 20:22
I saw it at Empire's Movie Con recently and I personally thought that it deserved a five star review.
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Ali1748
Sep 4th 2009, 1:39
Very much looking forward to seeing it this weekend.
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prawnkus
Sep 4th 2009, 5:16
5 Stars and More. Have seen it 3 times and will do so again soon. Awesome film!
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Knightowl
Sep 5th 2009, 17:03
One of the best movies in years!
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Knightowl
Sep 5th 2009, 17:03
One of the best movies in years!
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easyoneoone
Sep 7th 2009, 13:03
saw it didnt think it was that great the protagonist is far too annoying
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