In the realm of AI-generated art, finding the perfect prompt can be a game-changer. Whether you’re an artist, a designer, or simply someone who loves to experiment with AI, the right prompt can transform your ideas into captivating visual masterpieces.
Recently, I stumbled upon a simple yet powerful prompt that allows you to create stunning movie poster-style images using Midjourney AI. This prompt, with a few tweaks, can be adapted to generate posters for a wide variety of films, each with its unique aesthetic and mood.
In this article, I’ll share how I used this prompt to create six distinct movie posters for films like Murder on the Orient Express, Das Boot, Alien, Star Wars, Nosferatu, and Zulu. I’ll also explain how you can use this prompt to generate your own artistic and fun movie posters.
The Power of the Perfect Prompt
The secret to generating eye-catching movie posters lies in a well-crafted prompt that captures the essence of the film while allowing Midjourney’s AI to interpret it in a visually striking way. The prompt I discovered has a specific structure that can be customized depending on the movie you want to represent.
Here’s the base prompt:
a poster for the film Nosteratu with the text "NOSFERATU", in the style of illusory wallpaper portraits, horror film, nightmarish creatures, exaggerated nobility, edgy caricatures, gritty elegance, light green and dark black, flat shading --ar 9:16 --style raw --stylize 300 --v 6.1
This prompt includes several customizable elements:
- Film Title: This is the title of the movie you’re creating the poster for. For example, “Nosferatu” or “Alien.”
- Film Genre: Specify the genre of the movie, such as “horror film,” “sci-fi film,” or “mystery film.”
- Key Visual Elements: Describe the key elements or characters that should appear in the poster. For example, “nightmarish creatures” for Alien or “dramatic Hercule Poirot on a train platform” for Murder on the Orient Express.
- Color Palette: Choose the dominant colors for the poster, like “light green and dark black” for a dark, eerie feel, or “gold and dark green” for a more mysterious, classic look.
By tweaking these elements, you can create a poster that not only represents the film but also captures its mood and visual style.
Examples of Movie Posters
To give you an idea of how versatile this prompt can be, here are six examples of movie posters I created using Midjourney AI:
ALIEN
a poster for the film Alien with the text "ALIEN", in the style of illusory wallpaper portraits, sc-fi film, nightmarish extromopyh creature, edgy caricatures, gritty elegance, light green and dark black, flat shading --ar 9:16 --style raw --stylize 300 --v 6.1
Result: The poster for Alien features the iconic xenomorph, rendered in a style that emphasizes its terrifying otherworldliness. The color palette and flat shading give the image a sleek, sci-fi edge, while still maintaining a sense of horror.
Murder on the Orient Express
a poster for the film Murder on the Orient Express with the text "Murder on the Orient Express", in the style of illusory wallpaper portraits, mystery film, dramatic Hercule Poirot on a train platform, edgy caricatures, gritty elegance, gold and dark green, flat shading --ar 9:16 --style raw --stylize 300 --v 6.1
Result: This poster captures the classic mystery vibe of Murder on the Orient Express. The use of gold and dark green evokes a sense of sophistication and intrigue, while the depiction of Hercule Poirot adds a dramatic flair.
Star Wars
a poster for the film Star Wars with the text "Star Wars", in the style of illusory wallpaper portraits, sc-fi film, nightmarish Darth Vader, edgy caricatures, gritty elegance, red and dark red, flat shading --ar 9:16 --style raw --stylize 300 --v 6.1
Result: This Star Wars poster bursts with the energy Darth Vader, the use of red and black not only reflects the character’s connection to the Dark Side but also adds a dynamic contrast that makes the figure stand out sharply against the background.
Das Boot
a poster for the film Das Boot with the text "DAS BOOT", in the style of illusory wallpaper portraits, war film, dramatic german Uboat Commander on Submarine, edgy caricatures, gritty elegance, orange and dark red, flat shading --ar 9:16 --style raw --stylize 300 --v 6.1
Result: The poster effectively captures the tension, grit, and raw emotion associated with the film Das Boot, using a dramatic color palette and a powerful central image to convey the harrowing experience of submarine warfare.
ZULU
a poster for the film Zulu with the text "ZULU", in the style of illusory wallpaper portraits, war film, dramatic Zulu warriors in battle, edgy caricatures, gritty elegance, orange and dark red, flat shading --ar 9:16 --style raw --stylize 300 --v 6.1Result: The poster effectively communicates the spirit of the film Zulu by focusing on the strength and heritage of the Zulu warrior, using a striking combination of color, texture, and composition to create a memorable and impactful visual.
Create Your Own Movie Posters
Now that you’ve seen how the prompt can be adapted to different films, it’s time for you to experiment!
You can take any movie and plug it into the base prompt, adjusting the genre, key visual elements, and color palette to suit the film’s aesthetic. The beauty of this prompt is its flexibility — it can be used to create posters for any genre, from horror to sci-fi to mystery.
Whether you’re a movie buff looking to celebrate your favorite films or an artist seeking inspiration, this prompt provides a fun and creative way to generate unique, AI-powered movie posters. So go ahead, give it a try, and see what cinematic art you can create!
Before you go…
I regularly share new prompts, AI news, and in-depth articles that can help you stay ahead of the curve in the rapidly evolving field of AI art.
So, if you’re passionate about AI, creativity, and all things digital, click that follow button on my Medium profile and join a growing community of like-minded enthusiasts. Let’s explore the future of art together!
