~Sequence 1~ (Seven)
MACRO ANALYSIS;
1. The key plot idea that was introduced in the title sequence was a serial killer planning something. Perhaps preparing to commit a crime, whilst not leaving a trace by cutting of parts of his skin on his fingers, so his finger print don't get identified. He also keeps a journal in which he seems to write in more towards the end, his actions suggest of a detective or someone investigating into a case.
2. The story line is introduced in this order; The journal is left empty on a table. He cuts of his fingerprint skin. Starts to record in his journal. Tearing and testing. Flipping of pages. Writing. Looking at movie rolls . Stitching up pieces of paper which he wrote on. Shelves and books fin.
3.There is no characters introduced, but there are hands and fingers. They may belong to the main character in the film. Male hands.
4. The character in the title sequence is represented negatively. He is shown scheming and doing things criminals do in their lairs. This further supports the fact that he may be a serial killer.
MICRO ANALYSIS;
- The camera distance was extremely close throughout. There were cuts of mark-making appearing over the moving images, perhaps from a diary? Still moving images were also used which moved quickly one after the other, some for a longer period of time. The angles used were: birds eye view, long shots as well as extremely long shots to capture major details.
-The editing used was the use of shadowing which was incorporated into moving images at the start and end of that particular frame- smooth transition to the next shot. There were also overlapping images which are almost transparent but still visible. Fast paced shots which were continuous, followed by black cuts with white typography which appears to be handwritten. Distorted credits (typography) almost as if shaken. Sketches and lines added on top of the moving images adding to the effect and complimenting the typography used.
- The Mise-en-scene consisted of a dark room, sharp objects which seemed to be a razor and a needle. There was also a show of journal or a notebook which was empty at the start yet the character filled it in when continuing till the end. Signs of skin and flesh being cut, as well as a band aid used as props. Paper being sewn together and books displayed.
-Sound was quite repetitive with strong accented back beats. Mysterious yet generic, with added texture by using sound effects like tapes, records, shattering, saws and an old radio.
TITLE CONVENTIONS;
- New Line Cinema presents
- Arnold Kopelson PRODUCTION
- A Film by David Fincher
- Star
- Star
- Title
- Star
- Star
- Star
- Star
- Star x2
- Stars
- Stars
- Stars
- Casting by
- Music by
- Costumes Designed by
- Edited by
- Production Designed by
- Director of Photography
- Co-Producers
- Co-executive producers
- Executive producers
- Written by
- Produced by
- Directed by
Sequence 2- (The Usual Suspects)
MICRO ANALYSIS
1. The key plot idea introduced in the title sequence could hold a deeper meaning such as a metaphor.
2. There is a consistent setting throughout (same setting). Focus on soundtrack.
3. There is no characters introduced.
4. There is no social groups represented.
MACRO ANALYSIS
-The camera technique used continuously is a long distance shot of the water or river at night. It is a consistent frame with no cuts or transitions in between.
-The editing in this film opening is quite simple, white typography credits on a black moving images background. There is no cuts, so the camera is moving smoothly to the right with credits appearing in the same place. The whole clip continues into pitch black darkness with no cut at the end.
- Mise-en-scene: The location could potentially be a canal, a river or the sea at night. The dark is a consistent setting through out with no lighting supplied, only the moon is supplying the light which reflects from the water.
-The sound in this film opening consists of a string orchestra( a quartet?), piano and a bell. (classical movie setting) .
TITLE CONVENTIONS
- Company Name
- Production
- Bryan singer's Film
- Title
- Star
- Star
- Star
- Star
- Star
- Star
- Starring
- Star
- Star
- Star
- Casting by
- Music by
- Costume Designer
- Production Designer
- Edited by
- Director of Photography
- Co-Producer
- Executive producers
- Written by
- Produced by
- Directed by
Sequence 3; (American Horror Story)
MACRO ANALYSIS
1&2. The order of the story line is as follows; Down at the basement. Looking at old photographs. Cracked frames. Body parts stored in jars. Tools and exploration of the surrounding space.
3. There is no characters introduced in the title sequence. Although, there are photographs of potential characters or victims of the Murder House.
4. The title sequence features no characters so I cannot identify how they could be represented, but overall feeling the place gives is negative which can be supported by evident blood, preserved limbs and dangerous cannibal tools.
MICRO ANALYSIS
- Camera: The camera moves along the possessions of ones character. It scans through different objects. Some stills of extremely close up shots and medium long shots.
-Editing:There is a black background and classic white typography , although it seems to have a unique font and the scale is quite big located in the centre. (Distinctive design of font- suits mood/genre). There is also fire which is applied onto photographs, it may or may not be real? Fast paced cuts and transitions.
-Mise-en-scene: The location of the shooting is the basement or a storage unit where everything haunting is stored. It looks like an old and abandoned setting, the camera along with the audience is scanning through different possessions such as photographs which later on are set on fire. The props used are jars- body parts stored. There is also blood and covered up props.
-Sound: The soundtrack sounds like it has especially been made for the type of film. It has effects such as a muffled TV, motor or saw sounds, cricket( repetitive) and a telephone.
TITLE CONVENTIONS;
- Star
- Star
- Star
- Star
- Star
- Star
- Created by
- American Horror Story Title
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