Title Sequences

American Psycho Title Sequence - has a minimalist approach, starting with a simple backdrop with classical music leading to a partial opening of the scene with a voice over introducing the main character.This title sequence gives of a false sense of security, where the viewer doesn't know what to expect.

Se7en however, uses the title sequence to foreshadow the atmosphere and genre of the film to come. Giving off a mysterious and disturbing vibe with the use of multiple different images displayed and discomforting music.

The Girls with the dragon tattoo's title sequence also predicts the genre of the film, the use of multiple clips with dark tones and fire alongside the upbeat yet dark music gives off an action, thriller vibe. This film's title sequence is used to intentionally drawn you in due to intrigue. 

Title Sequence Analysis

American Psycho Title Sequence

The title sequence purposely uses a white background to create the image of purity and innocence, juxtaposing the nature f the film.

The first 20 seconds of non diegetic music creates a creepy and discomforting tone however this transitions into orchestral non diegetic music , used throughout the rest of the title sequence, which creates a light and happy tone, contrasting against the genre of the film.

The use of red droplets of sauce at the beginning of the title sequence symbolises blood and foreshadows the blood shed yet to come, however does this in a simplistic way where it only hints at the viewer.

 

The use of a knife slice ,interrupting the music is used to also foreshadow what is it come,creating indications of a violent nature.

 

 

The minimalistic vibe of the title sequence misleads the audience, however, key factors are used to give clues as to how to film will progress. Furthermore, close ups on these key factors, such as the knife and droplets of 'blood', are also used to emphasis the true purpose of the film.

Treatment 1

Title : Click
Duration : 120 minutes
Audience : Young adults aged 18 and over interested in psychological aspects of films , thrillers and realistic dramas.
Certificate :18
Distributor : Warp Films
Independent Film

Synopsis :

The film follows along from three 17 year old students, Gemma, Thomas and Charlie; when a shocking discover amongst the trees changed their lives forever. From normal teens to murder suspects. Charlie decides to take the blame for a crime they didn't commit sentencing him to a life in prison. While both Gemma and Thomas move on to go onto prestigious universities, Charlie develops psychological issues whilst befriending some of his prison mates and beginning to hatch a plan of revenge. The story follows along his journey to insanity and somehow managing to get out of prison at the age of 30 on 'good behaviour'. Charlie struggles with numerous moral conflicts while being out of prison and tries to 'reunite' with his old childhood friends. Things do not turn out as expected. Click.