independant film poster analysis

The King's Speech

• The King's Speech is an independent British film directed by Tom Hooper. The main picture of Colin Firth is shown to be standing up tall, clothed in royal-style clothing with a navy suit and gold cuffs. This style of elaborate clothing and a tall, strong posture demonstrates common attributes of a king. However, he is facing away from the crowd of people - which also suggests that he is perhaps not ready for his famous 'speech'. His facial expression is anxious looking , something which is not commonly seen in someone of  high authority, perhaps this could be an attempt to show his speech impediment.
• The other character shown on the poster is shown to be facing the away from the audience but instead towards the King - which helps to establish the king is on this poster and the importance of Firth's character. The background behind shows him to be standing upon an audience of people, much similar to the one seen at Buckingham palace - this helps to suggest royalty. 
• To extend the title 'The King's Speech' is coloured in a golden yellow which stands out against the background, the colour gold is also associated with royalty which helps to support the title itself. Furthermore the title is positioned centrally within the composition and is lined vertically parallel with the other 
• The background itself appears to be a crowd of people who have most likely gazing upon the balcony as they wait for the King to do his speech. Also contained within the background stands a tall white statue tipped with gold. These two colours are commonly seen present amongst possessions of the royal family which helps to suggest wealth and power, which ties in with the title of 'the king'.
• The clothing itself is a good indicator of what type of character Colin Firth is playing, the smart style clothing suggest that he is an important man who takes pride in his appearance - something which is commonly seen amongst royal figures. Keeping up a good appearance helps to give a good impression to people how you are as a person and what you represent. 
• The dull grey and blue undertones in the background perhaps convey to the audience something which could be holding this character back. Grey and blue are both commonly associated with depression or sadness so perhaps this could reflect how the King feels. Although blue also represents hope, this could be a sign that although the character is struggling there is still hope for him. 
• The text at the top shows the ratings the film has achieved. They are positioned right at the top of the poster against the pale blue background so they stand out, this shows they are proud about the ratings it has received.