Unrequited

[mknabster]

For my graphics design class last assignment, we were told to create a movie title, then make a movie poster to display what it's all about. So i created a movie called Unrequited, which is associated w/ unrequited love, and is back in medieval times. So let me know what you all think! I actually got this done 2 weeks ahead of time because i got really into it, and i have an advantage over everyone else and have Photoshop at home, so a lot of people had told me they liked it, but i want to see what the forums think also.

[flutterby nut]

it has impact...but the blade seems too big for the handle...it's not matching up well size-wise...and i can't begin to decipher the text on the right side...i do like the colors and the theme you're going with tho...

[mknabster]

The text on the right says "Why won't she see me?" so if you think about it, it being opaque is a good idea, but i can agree to what you're saying.

And the sword and handle were actually 2 seperate images, so that played a part in that too.

[wez312]

I think you did a great job distributing text/logos on the bottom, although the Bluray logo might look a little crowded, but that might just be me too.

And I'd have to agree with flutterby with the text on the right, it does sort of fit conceptually, but I don't think hard to see is a real good concept to use on a poster.

The rose and the sword both look amazing though, great job!

[BJMRGTIVR6]

vertical text DOES NOT work for me.

the poster is somewhat attractive in that i want to know more but the text is a bit hard to read for a poster. I guess no commenting on the text info part sine it doesn't really matter.

What i think is ODD is that it is a movie poster with Blue Ray and HDDVD. so this is a straight to video film? a film doesn't normally have those on it when in the theaters does it?

are you supposed to create all the elements in the poster or use stock graphics or have minimal graphics?

[mknabster]

TO answer your questions, i could use whatever graphics i wanted to, but some of the pictures in here are mine too. I have a question, i have this on 2 other forums, and one of them said that i could get sued big time for using the Dolby digital logo on the poster. Should i worry about it being on here?

[wez312]

Since it's for educational purposes you should be ok, unless you plan on mass distributing it or something...

[DesignerScott]

vertical text DOES NOT work for me.
At least not with a script font.

[Drazan]

I would find a real sword rather than combine a flat with a basket. You'll have every history and medieval buff scoffing at this. I would say if you changed the blade to a straight vs the wedge and drop the width at the bottom to 3/4 of what you have now - you may pass it off as a simple late 16th century to early 17th italian sword.

The lettering on the right is unreadable and I'm not fond of stacked letters. Have you tried turning it to the vertical lettering - aka the full sentance typed normally then rotated 90 degrees? If stacking - remove the quotes. They look funny dangling away fom the text.

On the bottom stem of the rose it seems transparent as I can see the edge of the sword through it.

and yes all the symbols that you used, HD, DVD, and Dolby are all things that you could get sued for.

[Tea]

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[John G]

"Dolby Digital" stands out equally, if not more than your subject.

You could definately play with more dynamic lighting rather than a flat picture of a 3d rendered looking blade (gradients, overlay or screen (can't ever remember which does which) & play with levels).

Getting a non-stock/generated ye-old lens flair wouldn't hurt either.

[gluhen]

My typography teacher always said: Stay away from

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Especially with such an elaborate script font.

[Jam]

isn't it 'unrequainted love'?

[Broacher]

Maybe his love is unrequited because he insists on carrying a big shiny sword with him on the first date.

Don't know... from a purely conceptual standpoint this just doesn't connect for me. Swords through roses = unrequited love? Love as a flower metaphor, at least by the poets and songwriters I've read is all about 'blooming' not impalement.

As for the design -- the whole sword is a far more vertical element than the layout space proportions can accommodate. All the other elements seem very forced to the margins, at the sacrifice of reading flow, and legibility.

Advantage Photoshop? Don't kid yourself. Great poster design rarely depends on that facility. It's all about first connecting image and word strongly inside the reader's mind-- in a compelling and unforgettable way that goes far beyond the drop menus. Not that technique isn't useful-- but you have to start with an idea that nails your message.

As for type-- where is the medieval connection? That script sure doesn't show that for me.

[jessicam]

isn't it 'unrequainted love'?

According to over 1000 results on google, yes. However, Dictionary.com says unrequited. :P

[Kool]

My typography teacher always said: Stay away from

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Especially with such an elaborate script font.

What did your teacher have against Joe? ;)

[PrintDriver]

There's an imagery undertone here that might require a XXX rating on your film. :p

Don't pshaw Drazan's input on the historical accuracy of the sword. Either go all fantasy or stay in the period.

Research the period more for examples of text appropriate to the design.

Where'd you get your sword parts?

[gluhen]

What did your teacher have against Joe? ;)

Who knows, Joe could have underbid him for a really awesome contract. ;D

[lattequeen]

Not talking about the concept at all, please please please do not use vertical text. The font choice makes it look more cheesy than dramatic. I think it might look better if the starburst in the background were more blurred to soften it up some. If you really want some drama, you might try making it all black and white except for the rose, because the text color is standing out as being a little off right now.

[budafist]

Count me in as another vote for binning the vertical text.