Friday 4th November 2011-foundation portfolio in media

A title sequence is the method by which cinematic films or television programmes present their title, key production and cast members, or both, utilizing conceptual visuals and sound.

• Introducing characters.
• Giving an idea of what the film is about- storyline, narrative.
• Genre.
• Setting- country, period.
• Sets mood and tone.
• FIRST IMPRESSIONS ARE EVERYTHING

Codes and conventions of a title sequence

• Details of cast and crew
• The films title
• An introduction to character or character type
• Indicating place
• Indication of historical period
• Information regarding mood and tone
• Introduction to signature theme tune
• Information about the genre
• Questions that the viewers find intriguing (sets up enigma)
• Patterns and types of editing that will be echoed in the remainder of the film
• Mise en scene and cinematography that will be echoed or elaborated upon later in the film