The 2000s were a critical period of transition for movie trailers. From the “In a World” setup to quick-cutting character narrations, the years from 2000 to 2009 laid the groundwork for the needle drop and "BRAAAM" trailers we know today.

Luke Ferris and Zach Hall discuss why this era was so integral in the evolution of movie trailers and highlight their favorite trailers of the decade. 

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Sources for this episode: 

• Royalty-free music and sound effects via Artlist.com
• The Quiller Memorandum (1966) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
• scene from "The Holiday" the movie - Soundtrack: "Cry" by Hans Zimmer
• Mr. & Mrs. Smith (2005) Trailer #1 | Movieclips Classic Trailers
• THE DA VINCI CODE - Official Trailer [2006] (HD)
• Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge Of The Sith - Official® Teaser [HD]
• Casino Royale Official Trailer (2006) James Bond Movie HD
• Up in the Air (2009) Trailer #1 | Movieclips Classic Trailers
• Inglourious Basterds Official Trailer #1 - Brad Pitt Movie (2009) HD
• A Serious Man - Official Trailer
• Watchmen - Trailer 2
• The Dark Knight (2008) Official Trailer #1 - Christopher Nolan Movie HD
• Iron Man (2008) Teaser Trailer

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