1. The Raised Eyebrow
This is, by far, the most overused, cliché element present in virtually all animated movie posters. No matter what other cliche elements are present (ensemble cast, running at camera, etc.), the raised eyebrow is almost always present. It is a simple, effective way of giving the characters "attitude," and immediately establishes them as tough, brave, and ready for anything.
And there you have it! The 6 biggest poster clichés used to market animated films. Every now and again we get a unique poster (usually reserved for teaser posters), but more often than not, studios aren't afraid to use the same designs over and over again. Were there any other designs you've noticed that didn't make this list? Let us know in the comments below! And, if you haven't had a chance yet, please check out my article featuring
10 movie poster clichés for live action films.