What is a film opening?

The purpose of a film opening is to entice the audience into carrying on watching a film.

1) Flashback

A scene that the narrative back in time usually to a key event for a couple of minutes or the whole movie.

2) Planning of landscapes

This is used to set the scene and inform the audience where the film is taking place.

3) Narrations

Technique used to give background information on what has been happening  or who the characters are, giving the audience an insight so the rest of the film make sense.

4) Action scene

A fast paced opening to a film attracts the audience straight away and will make them want to carry on watching.

5) Chase scene

It involves them as they will want to see what happens after the chase.

6) Production Logo´s

The logo reflect the genre and story line of the film.

7) Title sequence

Shows the cast and production team for the films.

8) Animation

Is the technique of making inanimate objects or drawings appear to move in motion pictures or computer graphics.

9) Soundtrack

This is the use of tone, volume, and tempo, which will generically start quiet and slow-paced.