Textual Analysis

Film Trailer: Insidious - Mise-en-scene

The trailer consists of a typical location, a middle class house in a nice, respectable neighborhood occupied bu a family which is also inhabited by a demon. The use of beds, windows, chairs and hospital equipment are used throughout the trailer, all of which are used to create fear when the demon is present, such as doors slamming to create a 'jump' effect

The bed appears to be the key prop throughout the trailer as it aids the overall plot of the film, in order for the demon to get into the 'mortal realm' it must go through the child when they are sleeping. This creates a sense of uncertainty as beds are seen to be a place of rest, peace, safety and comfort but, when placed within the film, produces the opposite effect. Childhood props are also used such as toys and monitors. Seeing as children are perceived to be innocent and pure, it creates fear within the audience to see these props in horrific scenes.