Crime Thirller Transcript
- 1. NEON TUBES ‘Derailed’-2005 Trailer Transcript
- 2. ‘Derailed’ Transcript At the right time With the right person One move Can derail your life Some things You never See coming Until Its Too Late Clive Owen Jennifer Aniston DERAILED NOVEMBER 11
- 3. Looking at the Transcript • Each inter-title is placed between sequences of action, showing the characters and their situation. Because of the genre (crime thriller) the inter-titles do not reveal much, not even the characters or setting, leaving more suspense for the audience and putting much of the attention on the visuals. • The overall purpose of the inter-title seems to be to give more of an insight into the narrative of the film rather than reveal the settings of characters. • We are introduced to the stars of the film and the production companies but most importantly, the title of the film. The title is capitalized and slowly forms on the screen, having a lasting effect in the mind, making us remember it. • This is then followed by the release date which is equally important. As this is the last thing that is shown, it will stick in the mind of the audience, being the last thing they saw.
- 4. Looking at the Transcript • All of the inter-titles used are in the form of statements, leaving no hesitation for the audience, telling them exactly what the narrative is. • They are also very direct, giving a sense of power and strength and the way they seem to hit the screen as they are shown makes them hard-hitting and the audience have no choice but to read them. • Also, the way that the phrase ‘Until it’s too late’ has been split into single words shown one at a time works alongside the build-up of the trailer, adding suspense and increasing the tension within the trailer. It also means the audience have to continue watching to finish reading.
- 5. Looking at the Transcript • The film title is also repeated during the inter-titles but through using the word ‘Derail’ rather than ‘Derailed’. • This is even before we learn the name of the film, reinforcing its title and giving a sense of turmoil and negativity, as if something is spiralling out of control like a train coming off of the tracks. This also reinforces the genre as this sort of feeling is expected of a thriller and is typically a convention. • The statements are also short and snappy so it is not too much for the audience to take in in a short amount of time.
- 6. Overall… • All of these elements are things that I will take into consideration when I write my trailer transcript. • I will not have more knowledge on how the inter-titles are structured and will be able to work them around aspects of dialogue. • I have also been able to identify what the most important titles are and where they will come during the trailer (e.g. film title, release date) • I have also gained an understanding of what sort of statements should be used and will follow the idea of them being short and informative, making them easier for the audience to take in and follow.