Friday, October 29, 2021

Film Openings

 Film Openings

An opening action sequence is meant to grab you.

Key Elements to a film opening:

Plot

Setting

Characterization

Structure

Theme


How to start a movie in 6 different ways:

Technique 1: Enter the villain - Commonly used in action

Technique 2: Enter the hero - Commonly used in action

This type of opening raises the stakes, introduces characters, and key plot points while making sure the audience is in for the ride.

Technique 3: Establish relationships - Mainly used on dramas

Tells the audience about the characters.

Technique 4: Plot catalyst

Technique 5: Follow genre

The plot and things happening in the movie is what helps us follow the genre.

Technique 6: Flip genre

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