One of my biggest disappointments is watching the trailer…
“One of my biggest disappointments is watching the trailer for the second Lord of the Rings film and having Gandalf in it. Why? He died in the first one, why give it away in the trailer just to try and sell 1000 more seats? It's daft.”
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Seeing Gandalf in the sequel trailer spoils the story, making it feel like a marketing ploy.
In simple terms: Gandalf's cameo feels like a cheap teaser.
Avoid spoilers in promotion.
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When to use this quote
- movie reviews
- film marketing
- fan forums
- creative writing
- media analysis
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Should trailers reveal plot twists?
- How does nostalgia affect marketing?
Some fans enjoy surprise appearances.