A Comparison of the Techniques Used in the Opening Sequence of Two Films The two films I have chosen to compare are the Lord of the Rings, the Two Towers and Just Married. The Lord of the Rings was made in 2002, directed by Peter Jackson, and it is fantasy/action film. I have chosen these films as they are two of my favourite and I thought it would be interesting to compare two films that are so contrasting. The opening titles have a swelling theme tune running over them, building in strength
The Opening Sequences of David Lean and Alfonso Cuaron's Film Version of Great Expectations In this media assignment I shall be analyzing and comparing the similarities and differences of two famous directors' film versions of 'Great Expectations'. The two directors are David Lean and Alfonso Cuaron. David Lean's version was more popular and well known than Alfonso Cuaron's because Lean was the first director to actually direct 'Great Expectations'. This made it more difficult for Alfonso
Comparing the Opening Sequence of Clueless and Pleasantville Opening sequences are very important, as the filmmaker needs to attract the attention of the audience in the first few minutes. This is done in many ways – using plot development, characters, tension building and suspense. Camera angles, sound, lighting and dialogue all help to create the atmosphere that the filmmaker wants. Both ‘Clueless’ and ‘Pleasantville’ have a teenage aspect to them. ‘Clueless’ just seems like a typical
Opening Scene of the Film Gladiator The opening scene in any film is important as it introduces the hero and other main characters. The idea is to catch the imagination of the audience and draw them into the film so they wish to watch all of it. There are lots of factors the director has to take into account when making the opening the scene these range from camera shots all the way through to sound. The opening scene
Narrative Report – Alfred Hitchcock’s ‘Marnie’ 1964 Marnie 1964 is about a woman suffering repressed childhood trauma. As a child, she killed a man and has a difficult relationship with her mother. In adult life, Marnie cannot bare intimacy and commits larceny under false identities. Marnie is blackmailed into marriage and her husband attempts to resolve her behaviour. Marnie confronts repressed memories resulting in newfound self-awareness and possibility of love and stability. I. Story and Plot
seductive.” (p.148) This notion is exaggerated in the opening sequence. The artificial images and bright Florida colours are structured to emulate the excitement of Miami Vice. This in effect, would appeal to the viewing audience immediately as it’s an alternative lifestyle to their own. Miami Vice positions its viewers to “identify with and desire an affluent upscale lifestyle.” (Kellner 1992 p.149) This is represented in the opening images of a speedboat racing across the ocean to a pulsating
For the chosen brief, a two minutes opening scene and a title sequence are done for a TV programme named “Superhero High School”, along with a teaser ad campaign for the show to generate discussion before the premier. Superhero High School is an action, dramatic, sci-fi comedy TV series following a group of students in a school for individuals with special abnormal abilities struggling to maintain the balance between precarious friendships, young loves and saving chaotic world. The show is targeted
The Incredibles (2004) – Opening Scene In the opening scene to Brad Bird’s 2004 animated masterpiece The Incredibles, the main character Bob Parr is on his way to his wedding when he hears a police call regarding a criminal on the run. From this point onwards, Bob deals with many distractions and inconveniences, as he gets closer to his desired destination. Whilst this plot has a similar outline to my own, the main concept I gathered from re-watching this clip was the way in which director Brad
Byrne). THE OPENING SEQUENCE The opening sequence to the film establishes through both Production and story elements the following: By showing us the characters of Pando and his gang in what appears to be a secluded section of scrub late at night, holding a bloodied and bruised Jim at gun point sets the scene for the genre of film we are about to see. The lighting, more accurately the lack of proper li... ... middle of paper ... ...l of the storyline elements from the opening sequence that
Thomas Bateman: A Derbyshire Antiquary Thomas Bateman was born in 1821 at Rowsley, in the Derbyshire Peak District. His archaeological career, though relatively brief, is noteworthy both for its abundance, and the fact that his barrow-openings in Derbyshire and Staffordshire provide virtually the only evidence for the early Medieval archaeology of the Peak District and the elusive Peak Dwellers. Thomas's father, William Bateman, was an amateur antiquarian and pursued his pastime in accomplishing
Comparing the Opening Sequence of The Italian Job (1969) and the Opening Sequence of The Italian Job (2003) In this essay I will be comparing the opening sequences of ‘The Italian Job (1969) and its modern-day remake ‘The Italian Job’ (2003). The original was directed by Peter Collinson and starred famous actors such as Michael Caine. It was a huge success and gained a massive cult following. The remake in 2003 was directed by Gary Gray and stared Mark Wahlberg and Seth Green. Again this
Television Programs There are many useful techniques greatly in television programmes and in their opening sequences. They are used to attract the viewer's attention while also creating a great way to show what the upcoming program is about. One of these techniques is the use of split screening; this is a very attractive way to put across what a programme is about, tone or genera. In the television soap 'Hollyoaks' the beginning shows a short clip of around thirty seconds to around a minute
be seen. Grace finds herself in a horrifying fight to save her children and keep her sanity. This movie also ends when Grace finds out that she, along with her children and the three servants are dead. Firstly I am going to compare the opening credits in 'T... ... middle of paper ... ...ed as a hard-hearted, cold and stiff woman who has a strict idea of life. She is very organised and likes to know what is going on at all times. She is strong willed and is quite intimidating. This is
In this piece I will consider all the aspects of the opening four scenes that make Bentley appear in a sympathetic light. I will look at camera angles, music and how other media devices have been used, as well as how characters are portrayed. Different techniques are used in the opening scene to create sympathy for Derek Bentley. First of all, during the opening credits we hear sirens and panic before we see anything. The opening credits simply use white writing on a black background; this
Narrative and Genre Features in the Opening Sequence of Pulp Fiction A narrative is the story itself and generic features are elements expected to be contained within a certain category of film. Pulp Fiction is labeled as a gangster film; however gangster films follow very precise generic elements such a death, contraband’s, violence, wealth and strong family loyalties. Pulp Fiction doe follow the above mentioned elements but the locations of the action are unorthodox. Screen gangster
appropriate to tragedy and how he applied them to his plays. The opening of the play is significant because it sets the scene and the preceding atmosphere. When looking at the start of many of Shakespeare’s plays the audience generally discovers the protagonist by other characters. The audience also become aware of where the play is performed, together with important events contained in the play’s plot. In order to compose the openings of the plays it is necessary to examine the way in which Shakespeare
have originated in India, has come a long way since it’s earliest record and perhaps violent history. Since it’s origin, chess has undergone a few changes. One of the biggest changes in chess is the switch from classical openings to a new style referred to as hypermodern openings. Before you can understand this change, you must know about the history, rules, and strategy of chess. There are many theories about the origination of chess. The most popular idea is that it originated from the game Chaturanga
influencing applicants to apply for a certain vacant position. Whenever there are vacancies, it is necessary to find a person to fill those vacancies. Some organizations do not wait until the vacancy arises, but they anticipate such vacancies and new openings in the short and long run and thus plan for future needs. Steps in Recruitment 1. Study the different jobs in the company and writing the job description and specification. 2. Requisition for new employee. 3. Recruiting qualified applicants. 4
Different wine segments 5.7. “Open markets” 6. RECOMMENDATIONS…………………………….…………….24-27 6.1. Positive cash flows 6.2. Backward integration 6.3. Expanding to new geographic areas 6.4. Exploring new channels 6.5. Openings to extend quality and image to niche market 6.6. Further mix channels of export strategies 6.7. Clever advertising 7. CONCLUSION………………………………………………………...28 8. LIST OF REFERENCES…………………………………………..…28
and most can be found in private business and industry. “Nearly 40 percent of all accountants are certified, and about 10 percent are self-employed’(Caruna, 1). In addition to openings resulting from growth, the need to replace accountants who retire or transfer to other occupations will produce thousands of job opening annually in this large occupation. The Occupational Outlook Handbook states that the expansion of accountants is related to: “increasingly complex taxation, growth in both the size