Ill Manors: Official Website

1)      How does Ill Manors Official website promote the film?

The Ill Manors official website promotes the film as the first link on the site is towards the trailer; this presents the audience with the trailer and gives them a glimpse of what the film is about. The second link presents the synopsis of the film, which gives the audience a brief description of the narrative. Also, on the site there is signs of social media e.g. Facebook and twitter. Along with a link that says Ill Manors buy now of the house. Another, clear example of Ill Manors being promoted is the white bold writing in the centre offering Ill Manors on a variety of platforms, like Blu-ray, DVD and Download. This is effective as it appeals to a large variety of people.

2)      What examples can you find of the Ill Manors Brand on the website?

The same typography of Ill Manors is used throughout the platforms. Also, the buildings are the same estates that have been used in the other platforms. There is clear evidence of intertextuality as there is the film poster of Ill Manors behind the characters. Furthermore, the house is similar to the one used in the film itself.  

3)      What links does the website offer?

The links that the website offers is to the trailer, synopsis, Ben Drew, Stills from the film, videos, buying merchandise/DVDS, Links, Reactions and the Ill Manors Album. There are also links social media platforms.

4)      What examples of synergy can you find between the website home page and the print/Broadcast Platform?

The first example of synergy is the film poster of Ill manors in the background. The next example is the use of the same weather and buildings on all the print texts. The third example of synergy of is the social media sites and the #Ill Manors being integrated in to the building. The next example is the link to the broadcast platform where they are promoting the Ill Manors Album.

5)      List the links to social media on the website homepage. Why are these important?

The clearest two links to social media are Facebook and Twitter. These links are important because they lead to a large open format, where the Film can be talked about and promoted at all times. On Facebook the Ill Manors Page can post pictures, videos and updates of its entire different platforms.