Conventions of a Film Magazine cover

1. Masthead

The masthead of this magazine is in a bright colour (red) although it is behind the image of the Harry Potter characters. The masthead being in the background connotes that the magazine is well known, as the full logo does not need to be seen. The bright colour contrasts with the white background, making it clear and easily read. Although the images are in front of the text, the bright colour draws the reader's eye to the title.

2. Pug

The pug in the corner of the magazine is coloured gold, which connotes the best possible treatment. It also helps to draw attention to the colour and therefore the words in the triangle.This helps to attract the audience as it draws their attention to that part of the magazine, while not taking up too much space.

3. Puff

A variety of puffs are used on this magazine. An  example of this is the black circular puff on the left of the cover. By using the colour black, the circle contrasts with both the white background, and the coloured image behind it. The white text on this circle contrasts with the opposing black colour, making this stand out more against the black and background. The text reads, "The exclusive the world wanted." This connotes that the audience want to read what is in the magazine, and therefore will buy it. Also, by using the word exclusive, it connotes that what is inside the magazine cannot be found anywhere else.

4. Star power

 The image on the cover shows 3 famous actors, Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint. These three actors together play the main characters in the Harry Potter franchise, and have since they were young. The magazine is advertising the final film of the franchise, which is the 8th film. This is useful as over the previous 7 films, the world has gotten to know and love the three characters. By showing them on the cover of the magazine, they would be easily recognized by most people, and fans of the films, books and actors would buy the magazine simply because they are featured.

5. Contrasting colours

The main colours featured on this magazine are white, red and gold with some small parts in black. These colours both compliment and contrast each other. The background is plain white, meaning that any images and colours used are more defined and easily noticed.

6. Strapline

The strapline reads,

"Harry Potter
The Perfect Farewell"

By using the word perfect, it connotes that both the film and the article can't possibly be any better, and is of the best quality. The words 'Harry Potter' are in a larger font and contrasting colours to the rest of the magazine. These words are recognised universally and will attract audiences to the magazine easily.