An elevator pitch is a brief, persuasive speech that you can use to spark interest in what you’re offering. In the context of movies, an elevator pitch often summarizes the concept or plot in a way that’s intriguing and easy to understand. Here are some examples of how you might pitch famous movies:
- Star Wars: “A young farm boy discovers he’s actually a part of an intergalactic rebellion and embarks on a journey to rescue a princess, learn the ways of an ancient, mystical force, and overthrow an evil empire.”
- The Godfather: “The patriarch of an organized crime dynasty transfers control of his empire to his reluctant son.”
- Forrest Gump: “A slow-witted but kind-hearted man from Alabama takes us through decades of his extraordinary life, from teaching Elvis how to dance, to meeting presidents, and even starting a successful shrimp business.”
- Jaws: “A local sheriff, a marine biologist, and an old seafarer team up to hunt down a great white shark wreaking havoc in a beach resort.”
- Inception: “A skilled thief who steals information by infiltrating the subconscious of his targets gets a chance at redemption when he is offered a seemingly impossible task: plant an idea in someone’s mind, instead of stealing it.”
Each of these pitches provides a quick, succinct overview of the film’s plot while also hinting at the film’s themes and overall tone. They’re designed to grab your interest and make you want to know more.
