10 Movie Poster Clichés We're All Tired Of

4. Back Turned, Weapon Ready

Used for: Franchise films, comic book adaptations, and blockbusters Speaking of facing away from the audience, this poster is incredibly popular. It features our lonely hero (or anticipated bad guy) with their back turned, often holding a weapon or an item that speaks a lot about their character. It gives off a mysterious, dangerous tone and works well for teasers because of how it hides the subject from view, leaving the audience wanting more.