Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom Poster

When looking at where graphic design has been used historically, few things are quite as memorable and iconic as a movie poster. As a designed work, a movie poster accomplishes many goals, such as promotion, acting as merchandise, and giving a film visual identity. This poster for Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom is a great example of a designed work made with intention. Dim and warm, the color choices for this poster perfectly reflect the dark setting this film takes place in, giving viewers a sneak-peek into the adventure ahead. While this place is bathed in darkness and dread, our hero stands in the lightest part of the poster, preparing to brave the depths ahead. Once the viewer has had a chance to shift their attention to the rest of the composition, they will notice the title underneath, as well as a clever tagline at the top-left of the poster.