Monday 21 November 2011

Title Sequence Lesson Notes

Title Sequences

In this lesson we looked at the purposes of title sequences. The title sequence is the method in which the cinematic films or television programs present their titles, key production and the cast members. The purpose of a title sequence is to give you an introduction to the film, introduce the characters and establish the scene. Here are the codes and conventions of a title sequence:

Details of the cast and crew
The films title
An introduction to the characters
Introduction of the setting
Indication of historical period
Information regarding the mood and tone
Introduction to the signature theme tune
Information about the film's genre
Patterns and types of editing that will be echoed in the remainder of the film
Mise-en-scene and cinematography

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