1. The purpose of a title sequence and film opening

What is the purpose of a title sequence and film opening?

A title sequence is used to introduce the film and give the viewers a feel of what is to come. It can also be used to name of the actors that are going to be featuring in the film, and at the end of a title sequence it will always give the name of the film.

Title sequences incorporate the logo of the institutions that are involved in the film, including the production, distribution and finance. The purpose of this is to advertise the company, establish the expectations of an audience and can be used as a symbolic code for the specific genre that is being used.

Title sequences can also be used to give the audience an idea about what genre the film is, as well as setting the tone/theme for the upcoming movie.

2. How can a film opening attract an audience?

3. What makes a good title sequence according to Kyle Cooper?

4. Analyse 2 title sequences

5. What conclusions can you make about the titles in title sequences?

The way title credits are ordered is that firstly the company behind the film is usually named, typically filling the whole screen and sometimes dates when the film was created.

This is followed up by naming the director of the film and all of the main (usually famous) actors that are featured.

Finally, any notable producers are named in the opening, and any other additional companies that may have helped with production.

The title credits and opening typically last between 1 and 3 minutes, depending on how big the film is and how many actors are featured in the film. The font styles that are used usually correspond with the certain time periods that the film may be set in, and font size will all depend on how many actors and producers that they wish to list at the start of the film, e.g who deserves to be credited for their work during production.

6. Pick your favourite film and analyse the type of title sequence it uses

The type of title opening here is a "Stylist" opening, with the time vortex in the intro setting the scene and telling us this is a sci fi film. You don't often see a flying blue box in space travelling through colourful lights and stars, so it is trying to give the audience a feel of what is to come.

As for the order of the credits, you firstly see the name of the film, shortly followed by a list of actors and important people. Usually the first people you see are the main characters.

7. What are the 4 different types of film opening?