Semiotics

Denotations

 The literal or primary meaning of a given thing, in contrast to the feelings or ideas that the thing suggests

The denotations of this poster are that a large out of control party is occurring and the man at the center is not involved.

Connotations

An idea or feeling which a thing invokes for a person in addition to its literal or primary meaning.

The Connotations of this movie:

The connotations of this movie give a more extreme view to the person viewing it. We understand from the way the character dressed that he is of high importance. Also,  the way in which the camera has captured his stance that he is a proud man and possibly the owner of the chaos occurring. This is also supported by the colors he is dressed in. Gold’s and black connotate importance and wealth. We can also see from the dwarf behind that the chaos is not limited to formally dressed that he is dressed in. Gold and blacks connotate importance and wealth. We can also see from the dwarf behind that the chaos is not limited to the formally dressed business men but is in fact an open party. Not limited to dwarfs, the audience can see a dressed gown woman meaning the business men mix business and pleasure in the work place. Even the text and the way it is displayed connotes importance. For example the use of the capitalized 'WOLF' screams power to the viewer.

The Denotations of this movie:

The Denotations of this movie give the idea that it is hectic and he is in the middle of it looking smug and also he is wearing smart clothes which shows that he is rich, also the word "wolf" gives us the idea that he is the biggest of "Wall Street".In the poster we also see a women that is half naked which implies sex which also shows that he can have whatever he wants.