Why are movie previews called trailers?

Movie trailers, short promos for upcoming films, are shown before the main feature, but were originally shown after the movie. In the early days of cinema, theaters showed a variety of films and trailers. Studios realized the promotional value of trailers in the 1930s and now they are commonly watched online. Loew’s first trailer was […]

What are film previews?

Movie trailers are used to promote upcoming films and are shown in theaters, on TV, and online. They typically include a rating card, excerpts from the film, a voiceover, and information about the release date and plot. Some studios release teaser trailers before longer trailers to build anticipation. Trailers have won awards for their design […]

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