Thursday 16 October 2014

Conventions of an opening title sequence





Conventions of an opening sequence from emiliefreddie


Opening title sequences is a scene (graphics, live action or both) that identifies major actors and crew and the production company that are involved in the film and more importantly, the actual title of the film. This is important so that the audience can see the film title in context and you can clarify the genre of the film with the style in which it is filmed. It also tell a little bit of the narrative, telling the audience key details and facts without giving away the story line.
 

Codes and conventions of opening sequences from kcasmedia

opening title sequences contain themes and hints about what is to come e.g. if there was a murder, there is likely going to be a lot of red to symbolises what is going to happen and so the audience expect the unexpected. The Directors names name is often mentioned twice- at the beginning and end, to symbolise his important role and his status in the film. 

An Analysis Of The Opening Sequence Of Vertigo from Media Studies

Opening sequences play a different roles in each film, for example in Vertigo it plays a central role in establishing the visual style for the film and is used for the marketing for the film.  They uses camera and composition to introduce key influential characters, and immediately let us know who the prevalence character is. 

Conventions of a thriller opening from zubairkhan93

The title sequence is important to keep the audience on the edge of their seats, wanting to see more. Music is often used in film titles to create the mood of the film, and builds up tension and suspense.

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