@article{2019,title={ANALYSIS OF THE POSTERS OF THE SICCIN FILMS FOR COLOR, COMPOSITION AND PHOTOGRAPHY USAGE},abstractNode={The art products that triggered a sense of fear have been the subject of many artists since the first examples of art, and with the increasing interest of the audience up to the present day, it has become a sub-genre not only in cinema but also in the whole art. Horror films, which have an important place among the cinema types, have a considerable amount of viewers all over the world. Although it does not appeal to a wide audience as in other cinema genres, it is followed by a loyal audience and interest by the younger generation. The posters of this genre are produced with unique styles and codes. The horror film posters that considered within the scope of the cultural posters, follow the general graphic design rules, but also contain references reflecting the general atmosphere of the subject of the genre. While the first period Turkish horror movie posters generally have illustrative approaches, photographic narration has been used more in the following periods, it is observed to be very high. In the photographic narratives, the compositions with high symmetry perception are generally used. Emphasis is captured in typography by applying white or red accent on dark ground. The Siccin series, directed by Alper Mestçi, are important works for Turkish horror cinema. With the usage of concepts such as genie and magic, which have important place in Turkish culture, the series creates a unique perspective. The film posters of this series were examined in terms of color, composition, typography and visual use.},author={Itır TOKDEMİR ÖZÜDOĞRU},year={2019},journal={The Journal of Academic Social Science}}