We are introduced with the trailers establishing shot, as the protagonist runs toward the camera. The camera is tilted upon the floor, to create a low angle shot, with this the effect of empowerment for the central character is created within seconds on the trailer. The scene has a quick cut showing the protagonists feet, this adds to the effect and shows emphasis to the fact that he is in a hurry. The sound of panting can also be heard as the character hurrys along in the scene, this also adds to the effect, showing his impatience adding to the emphasis of the action within this partcicular scene. As the scene returns back to the protagonist at the low angle view, he is apprehended by a henchman. The mis-en-scene throughout the scene shows the protagonist to be wearing a hooded attire, that covers his face, thus generating a sense of darkness and mystery for the character, arousing questions for the audience once again. Further mis-en-scene that is noticeable, is the hooded henchman attacking the protagonist as he pants desperately infront of the camera. The mis-en-scene shows the henchman to have a similar attire to the protagonist but the facemask covering his face creates a slight sinister effect that shows the audience in a sense that he may be an enemy, but the entity that is most crucial for the audience is also the questions placed forward by the villains sudden appearance and mysterious clothing. With this, questions may arise, asking who, what and where as the trailer and the action contained within it ensues.
The scene then fades into what we see to be the production titles of the film, etablishing its producer's and creator etc. As this scene rolls along, we are introduced with the featured non-diegetic music that sets the scene and creates suspense. The scene begins to fade and with it the music continues to play toward the next scene, showing a bridge in the sound.
We are then introduced to a mid shot, low angle that exhibit's a first person view of the protagonist. The use of the camera here displays the characters lack of power, and insignifance for the time being, the voice over backs this shot by describing himself to be "normal once". and this links together what we see to be happening, and the voiceover to show as previously mentioned to be his lack of importance, a lower level of existence one could say. The non-diegetic music is also still playing in the background, to help build the suspense and create a specific eerie atmosphere. The editing used employed in the scene is a fade in and fade out, symbolling a passage of time, it also reveals a sense of equilibrium within the scene, which reflects the steady pace and content of the footage. The mis-en-scene reveals to us that the key character is situated within a car, which again backs up his simplicity in this scene, and the passing of the trees also reflects the passage of time mentioned earlier within the editing.
As the previous scene fades out, the next one soon fades in revealing a mid-shot of a male and a female, we can recognise from previous scene that the male character is the protagonist, or a character of high importance within the trailer. The scene reveals the male protagonist facing his wife and kissing her on the head, only to soon turn away and walk down the hallway. With this we can see an essence of negative emotion being displayed, as it is evident that the character is leaving everything behind due to the drama contained within the scene. This drama is backed up by the slow pace of the editing, the slow fades in and fades out add to the dramatic effect of the scene, and the passage of time, which in this case is backwards. The music also supports the negative emotion being emmited within the scene. The previously used track is still playing, but even so the slow pace, and the eerie atmosphere it creates multiplies the affect of the drama portratyed in the scene. We can see with the mis-en-scene within the scene, that characters are wearing normal attire that help reflect the point previously mentioned that everything was normal before, but the slow pace editing and music may give the viewers suspicions and raise questions about what is about to happen next, questioning whether or not things really are normal.
The scene soon fades to reveal a point of view low angle shot from the car, that was previously used before. This is used to again show his inferior status, but also to show a trail of thought within the trailer, to help add emphasis for what is inevitably going to occur. The editing also reflects this as we are still introduced with the slow fading in and fading out, this shows the emphasised passage of time used previously, helping portray again the fact that he was 'normal' once. The mis-en-scene stays the same as previously seen to again help portray the passage of time, and the protagonists previous simplistic life style compared to what we are introduced with now. Linked with this scene once again is the non-diegetic sound of the soundtrack playing in the background which again adds emphasis to the scene simulating a dramatic build up, which in turn may arouse the interest of the audience, creating the possibility of them questioning the scene, and what is about to be revealed in further scenes. The audience are made to feel involved and a part due to the mysterious and their key instinct to try and solve it through these techniques the trailer employs.
As the voice over and the scene fade, it soon fades to another revealing a close up shot of what can be seen as the protagonists waist. Although the main focus here is the protagonists left arm, as we see him try and conceal it with the sleeve of his hooded shirt. This clip is serves as a major development in the trailer, and as the protagonist shows that he may have something to hide, contributing toward the mystery of the trailer. This scene links similarly with the previous scene, potentially answering the audiences previous questions, creating a climatic build up, which progressively reveals more and more of the plot line to them, yet deployed in a discrete and effective way which almosts has the audience investigating the outcome. The Mise-en-scene assists this effect generated by the efficient use of camera, the blue attire helps reveal to the audience the identity of the central character due to the events in previous scenes, but more importantly the robotic arm that is evident on the character itself reveals something extraordinary and unexpected that audience may not have anticipated. The unveiling of the protagonists arm shifts the audiences expectations and assumptions of what may happen, raising more questions about the protagonist and this new-found posession of his. This successfully achieves the effect of revealing what genre the audience may expect as it is evident through the mise-en-scene of this particular scene that something big is about to occur. Parallel to the other scenes we see a slow fade in, and fade out, which by now the audience may start to recognise as the an effect to create the slow pace and climatic build up, simulating what can be seen as a passage of time, leading up to the drama and action that some of the audience may expect. The sound used mimics this effect setting the scene and producing an atmosphere that the audience may question regularly throughout.
The scene soon fades into the next revealing to us an over the shoulder mid shot of the protagonist and from the mise-en-scene appears to be a man of higher class, and importance due to his formal attire. These shots establish the character and the conversation that they are having, which through the sound reveals to the audience what seems to be a deal centered around the protagonists arm. Which again reveals to the audience a considerate amount of information as regards the central character and his importance to the antagonists of this plot-line. An array of questions may be evident in the audiences mind due to the development of events through the scenes, especially in the present scene, mainly because of the significance this arm has to certain individuals and the freedom which he will accept in return for it. To support the tense atmosphere of the conversation lies the editing, slow fades between each characters lines are incorporated adding emphasis to the scene, and the tension that is building progressively due to the atmosphere of the conversation and the mystery behind it. As the protagonist agrees to the deal, he leaves, showing a mid-shot of the unknown character, as we hear the diegetic sound of him saying 'You know what to do' again this adds emphasis to the scene, and the climax begins to build rapidly raising more questions for the audience as regards to the events occuring in this scene. A quick cut is applied soon revealing an extreme close up of his lips, and the antagonist declaring 'I want him dead' The sudden negative decision made by the character adds dramatically to the climax of the scene also revealing more of the plotline, and the importance the protagonist serves. The drama of the scene is also stressed by the non diegetic music coming to a halt, the sudden break in music may startle the audience, engaging in the possibility of the anticipated action foreseen by the audience. But also answering some of their unanswered questions, creating a tense atmosphere which may influence them to observe more of the trailer to see the final outcome.
Action is soon evident as the scene fades in to reveal a high angle over the shoulder shot, assisted by the non-diegetic sound of rock music. The mise-en-scene reveals the protagonist and a newly presented character, wearing a military outfit showing his importance, and authority within the scene. With this the audience may be thrown off again, bringing forward the possibility of questions being asked as regards to the identity and purpose of this unknown character. However the high camera angle used presents the protagonist as the authority being larger in size, and the military figure as being inferior, due to him being lower down to the protagonist, almost presenting what may be conceived as a metaphor for a food chain, implying the higher up, the stronger and more dominant you may be. Evidently implying that the protagonist has power, and a higher importance than the military figure. As the scene progresses the military figure approaches the protagonist, soon to be taken down again reflecting the lesser importance and power of the military compared to that of the protagonists. Through out the scene the editing and sound work together, a fast cut is deployed simulating the effect of action, also in which being a typical action convention. The sound of the music also creates a sense of action, and this genre of music is similarly used commonly in action themed films.
The action progresses as we are exposed to a long shot of the protagonist. The non-diegetic music is still evident, creating the same action filled atmosphere deployed previously. As the scene progresses we see the protagonist engage in a physical brawl with what seem to be two henchman, successfully beating them down. The henchman can be seen to be wearing domestic attire, giving the impression of them being normal and of lesser importance than that of the other antagonists established within the trailer, unveiling a gap between their status and power compared the protagonists As the fight ends, the protagonist regains his posture, and runs off quickly, showing a contrast between the action and the pace of the editing at this point. The long shot established, focused primarily on him, supports the victory of the protagonist unveiling a sense power. The fast cuts incorporated mimic the effect previously enforced, creating a fast paced sequence of action, almost a montage, that is a commonly used action convention. This again keeping the audience on edge, and unveils more of the potential plot to them, arousing their interests in the film.
With the music still playing, the scene cuts quickly into another revealing a mid shot of another new character. The diegetic sound of the character asking for the protagonists trust can be heard as the non diegetic sound of the loud rock music is still apparent. This mysterious character can be seen to be wearing domestic attire, revealing his normality in society, or leading the audience and others to believe that's how he is. The mystery of this newly unveiled character may provoke the audience, compelling them to ask about his identity and his intentions in the development of the plot. The camera shot shows the antagonists facial expression to be quite concerned adding emphasis to the drama of the scene, and also arousing the audiences curiosity and concern of the events that are taking place. The loud music also assists in creating a tense atmosphere for the audience, supporting the action that is evident in the trailer, and the anxiety of the characters. A quick cut is soon incorporated showing the protagonist replying to unknown character as he says 'I guess I have no choice'. The shot reveals to us the protagonists facial expression, showing him to be stern and determined, revealing to the audience the protagonists fortitude, showing a slight implication that the protagonist may have a challenge ahead of him.
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