Sunday 16 January 2011

Thriller Titles - Summary

An opening title/sequence is a very important part of movies and films. Below shows the information given to the audience which is given from the opening title.

 Openings may include:
  • Production/distribution ident
  • Production/Distrubution title
  • Main actors/stars
  • Film Title
  • Other actors/co stars
  • Casting
  • Costume
  • Music
  • Editing
  • Exec producers
  • Producer
  • Screenplay
  • Director of photography
  • Production design
Purpose of an opening:
  • Introduce key characters
  • Sets the scene - location
  • Tells us the sub genre
  • Introduce narrative opening
  • Tone/mood of movie
  • Opening can reflect the title
  • Lays foundation for whole film

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