A cryptic
message from the past leads James Bond (Daniel Craig) to Mexico City and Rome,
where he meets the beautiful widow (Monica Bellucci) of an infamous
criminal. After infiltrating a secret meeting, 007 uncovers the existence of
the sinister organization SPECTRE. Needing the help of the daughter of an old
nemesis, he embarks on a mission to find her. As Bond ventures toward the heart
of SPECTRE, he discovers a chilling connection between himself and the enemy (Christoph Waltz) he seeks
Daniel Craig has played James Bond in the last 4 films therefore they
were previously certain that he would play the role as they were certain when
casting him the first time. Christopher Waltz plays the villain in the film.
There were two bond girls, Lea Seydoux and Monica Bellucci, both of
significantly different ages both stunning in their own ways.
Costumes and Makeup-
Costumes in Spectre were to be very formal and fashionable. They had to be ordered and
fitted perfectly to the actors. Suits and elegant dresses to show the expensive
extravagant aspect of the Bond films. Also, makeup was used to create the
realistic look of bruises and wounds to make it look believable.
Sets and props-
The cars featured were a very important aspect of the film as all Bond
films have been particularly special because of the expensive cars. They used
the the cars to create publicity and advertise the cars to sell to the highest
bidder. Seeing as though the Bond films are extremely popular the car would be
sold for an immense amount of money. The high tech gadgets. For example the
guns.
The script-
Whilst the script was being developed, there was a general idea
of what they wanted the film to be based around and the script took a total of
approximately two years to complete however the first draft was delayed and was
re-written by Jez Butterworth and completed the script by November 2014 PRODUCTION
- The COMPSOTION of the poster is very simple but
distinctive at the same time and the font stands out in a very subtle way. The
word Spectreis another word for ghost. This suggests a threatening
aspect and the fact that the back-round is blue suggests a cold
forward-thinking, unemotional head space, possibly of the main character, James
Bond. The main character, who is played by Daniel Craig, has a very strong
posture. From this we can connote that he is quite brave and strong whilst
being intimidating from the gaze from his blue eyes looking straight at you. He
wears a suit of black and white which is different to his traditional black tuxedo
and this could suggest has turned a new page and is more seen as a hero and
represents good instead of bad. The skeleton in the background could suggest
the enemy and shows a very evil and sinister feel. The fact that the gun is
place in front of the skeleton suggests the elements of hero and villain.
- The GENERIC ELEMENTS are the features such as the gun and
the skeleton. The gun helps the viewer know that the film is an action and the
fact that the gun has the silencer on shows that he is a spy and that he is
silent but deadly.
- The TEASER ELEMENTS, arethe villainous character in the background which makes the
viewer want to know who it is and this demonstrates the idea of pulling us into
watching it.
-The STARS AND DIRECTORS include Daniel Craig, Monica Bellucci, Lea Seydoux and Ralph Fiennes.
-The UNIQUE SELLING POINT is the fact that it is another film
that is adding to the legacy of bond films and because Daniel Craig is a well
established actor.
- The TARGET AUDIENCE is mainly male
dominated but does also have a female fan-base. The Official Website….and analysis..
The official
website for James Bond. This is where hard-core James Bond fans can go and read
all the news on the newest film Spectre.
In their shop, you
can find 007 merchandise. Here, you are able to browse pieces and buy anything
you’d like ranging from jewelry,
clothing, artworks and posters and books.
You are able to
find out about their signature cars used throughout the Bond films and their
Brand partners. I.E
SONY, ASTON
MARTIN, TOM FORD, MAC COSMETICS.
This creates a lot
of publicity for the films as people find out about these products are
associating with the Bond films.
You can also find
out which actors played James Bond throughout the films.
-PIERCE BRONSAN 1995 – 2002 | 4 films
-ROGER MOORE 1973 – 1985 | 7 films
-SEAN CONNERY 1962 – 1971 | 6 films
-GEORGE LAZENBY 1969 | one film
-TIMOTHY DALTON 1987 – 1989 | 2 films
-DANIEL CRAIG 2006 – 2015 | 4 films
Image analysis- there is a countdown which creates
anticipation to watch the film. There is a sense of emergency, its real time
and this draws you into watching it. First there was a countdown to the release
in the UK and now it was a countdown to the release in the US.there is also a moving image which
gives the audience a sense of action of urgency. There are also social media
links where you are able to watch behind the scenes.
Characterization-
One of
the images is James Bond, you look like a spy and his intense stare look as if
he is trying to tell you to watch it. There are synergistic links to the
poster in this sense.
Genre- moving tiles suggests
that it is a high tech. pictures suggest that it is an action film. There is an
element of interactivity.
Institutional
information- MGM 20thCentury FOX and Colombia Pictures
Actors- website shows that
the main actors include Daniel Craig, Monica Bellucci and Lea Seydoux.
Press
endorsement: Red Carpet Premiere and interviews.
Awards- Spectre broke box
office records with £47.7 million.
Release
dates- October 26th in the UK. November
6th in the US. This is unusual as
Hollywood films are usually released in the US first but it was in fact
released in the UK first as it is marketed as a British bond. There
are usually British aspects that makes it identifiable to the UK. i.e based in
London.
Links to
web2.0 sites- Facebook, twitter, YouTube and a Gmail to keep fans updated. “follow BOND
on twitter” pulls you in, there is a use of the imperative, which you then
actively follow.
The Official Trailer
FACEBOOK
The SPECTRE facebook page is very popular link in which people can visit and find out any
information on the film. It includes short clips from the film, many stills and
the well known new song by Sam Smith. It is a place in which fans are able to
comment and have conversations with other fans about the film, which builds up
the excitement. There are over 10,000 followers on this page.
TWITTER
On twitter, there
is a lot of enthusiasm based mainly around Sam Smith’s, Writings on the
wall. However there are tweets that come through every minute centered on
SPECTRE. This increases the anticipation but also increases the popularity of
the film.
OTHER WEBSITES... MOVIEVIRAL.COM
This website, movieviral.com is known for bringing
incite and information about films. They have recently written several small
articles about SPECTRE.
THE HOME OF JAMES BOND 007
Here is a website that has been
dedicated to the series of James Bond and place where you are able to get news
on Spectre
and even engage in things that feed your interest. For example pre-ordering the
Spectre soundtrack, enter competitions to win signed items. These websites
maintain the interest and build up the excitement.
THE JAMES BOND INTERNATIONAL FAN CLUB
This fan created website, connects
James Bond fans around the world and collectively ensures that everyone stays
up-to-date with all the happenings concerning Spectre.
Barbican Theatre Tuesday 10 November 2015 - Charles Gant
Spectre is ahead of its predecessor, with £64.0m after 14 days, compared to £61.6m for Skyfall at the same stage of its run. Spectre Red Carpet premiere at Royal Albert Hall
The royal guests were met by director Sam Mendes and producers Barbara
Broccoli and Michael G Wilson ahead of the screening at the Royal Albert Hall.
Daniel Craig told the BBC about starring in the Bond films, “It’s
changed my life and I’ve loved every second of it.”
ODEON CINEMA
ODEON has organized a prize package that gives you an opportunity to win various items of value. This provides a fun and interesting way to engage the fans into the films anticipation and excitement. This also brings more popularity and income to ODEON as an outlet.
