Tuesday 20 January 2015

Title Sequences

S etting- when and where it is set.

T hemes- mood and what the film is about.

I conography- props or visual elements.

N arrative- what the story is about.

C haracters- key characters shown.

S tyle- cinematography, sound, font, editing.

History of Title Sequences
A title sequence is the method by which cinematic films or television programs present their title, key production and cast members, or both, utilising conceptual visuals and sound.

Why do you have a Title Sequence?
To give you an insight on the film and keep you watching. First impressions are everything so having an effective title sequence will keep the audience watching. 

Codes and conventions of a title sequence
-Credits
-the films title (different typography)
-introduction to character or type
-indication of setting
-indication of historical period
-information regarding mood & tone
-introduction to signature soundtrack
-information about genre
-questions to the viewer that they find intriguing (sets up enigma)
-patterns of editing that will be echoed in the remainder of the film
-mise en scene and cinematography

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