Opening Titles Clip
Camera is used in many different ways within the opening sequence in order to build the tension and suspense that is commonly present within thrillers. Different techniques such as panning and close ups are evident within the clip. The slow panning adds suspense as it builds up the tension before fast cutting is introduced as the action builds towards the end of the titles. The close ups used within the sequence add excitement and intrigue to the clip as it allows the audience to view all aspects of the subject on screen. This also gives a better sense into what the film is about.
The Sound used within the opening sequence also works well as it gives an instant indication into the films genre. The re-make of an old, well known rock song is given a slight edge adds the feelings of excitement and danger to the opening sequence. The fast beat and the deep drum notes builds suspense.
The editing used during the clip is very evident and is persistent throughout. Towards the end of the clip many fast cuts are introduced to help emphasise the action and drama that is about to come. The beginning of the sequence contains longer and more prolonged shots then what is seen during the end. The speed of the opening sequence could foreshadow the films plot and the events to come. The long, prolonged shots could represent the build up to the films climax. The fast cuts then represent the events of the movies climax.
The mise en scene used in the clip is also effective. The sequence is set in a dark light throughout which reflects the thriller genre. The dark lighting also helps to build tension and as a sense of danger. It also helps to indicate the dark contents of the films plot.
Titles that appear within the sequence (In order of appearance):
The Sound used within the opening sequence also works well as it gives an instant indication into the films genre. The re-make of an old, well known rock song is given a slight edge adds the feelings of excitement and danger to the opening sequence. The fast beat and the deep drum notes builds suspense.
The editing used during the clip is very evident and is persistent throughout. Towards the end of the clip many fast cuts are introduced to help emphasise the action and drama that is about to come. The beginning of the sequence contains longer and more prolonged shots then what is seen during the end. The speed of the opening sequence could foreshadow the films plot and the events to come. The long, prolonged shots could represent the build up to the films climax. The fast cuts then represent the events of the movies climax.
The mise en scene used in the clip is also effective. The sequence is set in a dark light throughout which reflects the thriller genre. The dark lighting also helps to build tension and as a sense of danger. It also helps to indicate the dark contents of the films plot.
Titles that appear within the sequence (In order of appearance):
- Columbia Pictures and Metro-Goldwyn Mayer Pictures Present
- A Scott Rudin, Yellow Bird Production
- A David Fincher Film
- Daniel Craig
- Roony Mara
- The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo
- Christopher Plummer
- Stellan Starsgard
- Steven Berkoff
- Robin Wright
- Yorik Van Wageningen
- Joely Richardson
- Geraldine James
- Goran Visnjic
- Donald Sumpter
- Ulf Friberg
- Casting By Lary Mayfield
- Costume Designer Trish Summerville
- Co-Producers, Berna Levin, Eli Bush
- Sound Design By Ren Klyce
- Music By Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross
- Editors Kirk Baxtor,ACE and Angus Wall,ACE
- Production Designer Donald Graham Burt
- Director of Photography Jeff Cronenweth,ASC
- Executive Producers, Steven Zaillian, Mikael Wallen, Annie Faurbye Fernandez
- Produced by Scott Rudin, Ole Sondberg, Soren Staermose, Cean Chaffin
- Based on the book by Stieg Larsson, Originally Published by Norstedts
- Screenplay by Steven Zaillian
- Directed By David Fincher
All titles are set in a white font and appear on new shots during the opening sequence. The white colour was used as it makes the titles much more visible against the mostly black backgrounds. The white writing could also reflect the snowy setting in which a large part of the movie is filmed. The text is set in capitals and is formatted in a slightly swirled font. The slight feminine font could reflect the films female protagonist.
No comments:
Post a Comment