English - divergent poster

setting 1

futuristic skyline (chicago) = shows a dystopian world divided into factions, establishing the sci-fi setting

setting 2

ruins and destroyed buildings in the background = highlights instability and restructure, possibly past conflict occurred, hitting at rebellion and danger

character

female participant (Tris) stands tall, looking forward = her determined expression conveys bravery and individuality, resisting uniformity. most salient

character 2

male participant (Four) crouches slightly, looking alert = suggest strength and protection, reinforcing his role as a guide in a surveillance-heavy society

title

“divergent” in bold, metallic letters = the sharp font symbolises rebellion and strength, standing against propaganda and control

colour

blue tones dominate = creates a futuristic, cold atmosphere, symbolising order and uniformity within factions

colour 2

fiery orange glow behind female participant: symbolises passion, danger, and transformation — her divergence stands out from the controlled system

costume

participants wear tight, practical, dark clothing = suggests practicality and combot readiness, but also conformity within faction expectations

symbolism

birds flying away in background = represents family and self identity, in a world where individualism is suppressed, plus they want to flee the dehumanising system

symbolism 2

city skyline divided by light and shadow = symbolises division in society (factions), the contrast highlights the tension between freedom and control. links to propaganda that enforces conformity through fear

composition

tris is positioned higher than Four = salience makes her the central participant, emphasising her journey as the main protagonist. foreshadowing her leadership and individuality

composition 2

participants face different directions = positioning reflects conflict, choices, and their roles in navigating a divided society and their complex roles.

composition 3

participants are positioned along the vertical middle thirds of the poster = creates balance while still showing Tris as the most salient figure. she’s slightly off centre which draws the viewers eyes towards her, reinforcing her importance

tagline

“What makes you different makes you dangerous.” = propaganda-style wording = society frames divergents as dangerous, but the film reframe it as power

props

weapons carried by participants = suggests survival in a violent, dehumanised system where control is maintained through force