My initial thought when answering this question about the purpose of the title sequence and a film opening was ways to inform the audience of things such as the main actors and directors partaking in the making of the movie. Yet, there was much more to this.
In class we have discussed and analysed three different film openings from three different genres. The first film opening I analysed was ''Hackers'' made in 1995, which consisted of the company behind the making - ''United Artist Pictures''. It also included the main actor names,editors and producers which were chosen to be recognised in the opening. Moving onto the other two, same applies, all of the film openings had the main movie title revealed at the end in bold and edited for effect. There were many similarities for example; main title at the end, actor names, credits to producers and the main creative s, soundtrack and landscape scenery images or short clips. The film openings will establish the genre of the whole movie and what atmosphere it creates. A film's opening sequence may also feature idents which are mini graphic pre-film videos - promotional sequence, it's a critical part of a TV stations brand identity. A film may also consist of an opening quote which has to do with the movie and perhaps its meaning, it sets the mood. I have also learnt that not all film sequences have to introduce the main title at the end, for example-''The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo'' movie has included its title at the start of the film opening.
Interestingly, not all film openings contain moving video shots that hint us what the film is about, like the ''Legally Blonde'' movie consists of a blonde haired girl riding a bike through town continuing into the plot of the story, whereas in other film openings they do not reveal the plot. The purpose of the Title sequence and a Film opening is first and foremost crediting and showcasing the crew and cast involved in the production. In a way it promotes the cast, consequently developing a positive association with a particular genre or company. It can also be a sign of status.
There are also logos incorporated into the film opening showing the companies involved. Perhaps this advertises the company and can establish expectation in an audience.
-M
In class we have discussed and analysed three different film openings from three different genres. The first film opening I analysed was ''Hackers'' made in 1995, which consisted of the company behind the making - ''United Artist Pictures''. It also included the main actor names,editors and producers which were chosen to be recognised in the opening. Moving onto the other two, same applies, all of the film openings had the main movie title revealed at the end in bold and edited for effect. There were many similarities for example; main title at the end, actor names, credits to producers and the main creative s, soundtrack and landscape scenery images or short clips. The film openings will establish the genre of the whole movie and what atmosphere it creates. A film's opening sequence may also feature idents which are mini graphic pre-film videos - promotional sequence, it's a critical part of a TV stations brand identity. A film may also consist of an opening quote which has to do with the movie and perhaps its meaning, it sets the mood. I have also learnt that not all film sequences have to introduce the main title at the end, for example-''The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo'' movie has included its title at the start of the film opening.
Interestingly, not all film openings contain moving video shots that hint us what the film is about, like the ''Legally Blonde'' movie consists of a blonde haired girl riding a bike through town continuing into the plot of the story, whereas in other film openings they do not reveal the plot. The purpose of the Title sequence and a Film opening is first and foremost crediting and showcasing the crew and cast involved in the production. In a way it promotes the cast, consequently developing a positive association with a particular genre or company. It can also be a sign of status.
There are also logos incorporated into the film opening showing the companies involved. Perhaps this advertises the company and can establish expectation in an audience.
-M
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