An example of a highly graded opening sequence

This opening sequence was highly graded because the transition flow smoothly and vary. Also, the credits are introduced in many different ways with some even creating a shadow. Another reason with credits is that there are lots of them.The music matches the tone of the piece and really creates the right type of mood for the audience. The costume is effective with the 'bad guys' wearing dark suits. The range of shots used is also another reason as they used many different shot types correctly and professionally. Also, there is a strong enigma created to make the audience want to keep watching.

Conventions of opening sequences #18

Conventions of opening sequences 

• Studio Name
• Producer
• Director
• Production Company
• Starring
• Film Title
• Music By
• Casting
• Production Designer
• Editor
• Writer

History of opening sequences #17

Opening sequences



Opening sequences are seen at the very start of the film to show the viewers a brief introduction of the film and show the stars so they can familiarize themselves with them so they can get ready for the type of film they are about to see. In an opening sequence you can expect to see the people associated with the production of the film, such as the producers, main characters, director and the title of the film. They are normally shown alongside music that fits the genre of the film.
Since the invention of the cinematograph, simple title cards were used in silent films and to act a signal to the audience that the film had   


Since the invention of the cinematograph, simple title cards were used in silent films and to act as a signal to the audience that the film had started and then finished. 

Representation of men and women in thrillers #16

Men in Thriller


In thrillers, men are typically presented as physically and psychologically strong. This is especially show with the main protagonist or "hero". The men tend to be more emotionally stunted than women. Also they typically take control of the situation and become the leader or take authority. Men in thrillers are commonly mysterious and battle with deep seated problems which typically become revealed in the film. 


For example Kale Brecht in the film Disturbia struggles to come to terms with the death of his father. 

The male characters in thrillers are regularly loners and suspicious of new people. 


Women in Thrillers

The types of women found in thriller can vary depending on the story line or age. 
Younger women tend to be presented as innocent and pure. 
Whereas Older Women tend to have more sexual appeal or are presented as a mother figure. 

Film Marketing #15

Film Marketing

Film marketing (also known as film promotion or advertisement) is the promotion specifically of the film industry. It is very financially risky as media outlets invest substantial amounts of money without guaranteed success. 

Methods 

In cinema

• Trailers - Before the screening of another film 
• Posters 
• Cardboard displays - life size cut outs of characters 

Television

• More in depth trailers, extended previews, "behind the scenes" and "the making of" features on home release copies. 
• Product placement - (paid insertion of a brand)
• Interviews - On talk shows such as "Alan Carr Chatty Man, stars of the film go onto the show and talk about the film to promote it and attract audiences. They also show short clips of the film to give the audience a taster of the movie.  
• Merchandise - Action figures, posters etc.

Internet

•  Social media - Most films make an account on social media (Facebook, Twitter) to advertise the film and offer prizes to peak the audiences interest.
• Advertisements on web pages. Also on videos on sites such as YouTube
  

Film distribution #14

Film Distribution

Film distribution 

Film distribution is the process in which a film is made available to view by an audience. It is made available by the company responsible for the marketing of a film. 

This is reached through theatrical release (cinema), home release (DVD, Blu-Ray, Ultraviolet copy) or a television show. 













Types of Release

Standard Release 

In a standard release, a film is initially released in cinemas. After approximately 16 and a half weeks, the film is released onto DVD or Blu-Ray platforms. Months later it is then introduced to pay television, such as Sky Movies.  














Simultaneous release 

A simultaneous release is when a film is made available on many media sources (Cinema, DVD, Internet) at the same time or with little time in between. 
A simultaneous release benefits consumers as it allows them to choose the method of access that most suits their needs. It also benefits the producers as they only have to have one advertising campaign for the release.
Disadvantages include that simultaneous release is considered risky and experimental and therefore do not receive substantial financial backing or promotion. 
An example of a film with a simultaneous release is "Bubble" by Stephen Soderbergh.







 Straight to video release

A straight to video release, or a present day straight to DVD or Blu-Ray release, (depending on which platform the suppliers make it available) is when a film is released straight on to home formats without being released in cinemas first. 
This is mainly used by independent film makers and companies. 

Audience Positions Created with Padlet #13

Audience Positions

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