my opening sequence analysis
- 1. Psycho shower scene: The first thriller opening sequence I have chosen to analyse is the film Psycho, which was released in 1960. This film was directed by Alfred Hitchcock. This film is described as a bit of a hybrid genre because it has horror in it and it also has a thriller theme to it because of all the action. The age rating for this film is 15 and I can conclude that it is for people who are of an older age who like horror and suspense. I have chosen to analyse this opening sequence because it involves a bit of thriller in it. Also the fact that it has suspense in it, will allow me to get ideas for my thriller film. In my analysis I will look at… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8VP5jEAP3K4 In this shot it shows a scene of her blood and water going down the drain. This is shown using a close up shot of the drain and you can see the spiralling of the water/blood going down the drain. In this scene, a close up shot is used to portray meaning to the viewer. This is done by zooming into the direction of the water and it resembles her life going down the drain. This will make the audience think that she is going to die because she has been stabbed. The close up will show significance to the viewer because it will make them think that there is clue and a hint to the audience. In this shot it shows a scene of the woman screaming in pain and shock. This is shown by an extreme close up of her mouth. In this scene, an extreme close up shot is used to portray meaning to the viewer. This will make the audience realize that how bad the pain must be or how scared she actually is. The extreme close up adds a bit of suspense to the scene, as they cannot see what she is screaming at. In this shot it shows a scene of the main character looking confused. This is shown by a high angle shot. In this scene, a high angle shot is used to portray meaning to the viewer. This makes the audience think that she is looking up at something or someone. This could show the audience that she is isolated in the bathroom and she might be in danger, as shown by her facial expressions.
- 2. Terminator 2 Judgement day The second thriller opening sequence I have chosen to analyse is the film Terminator 2 Judgement Day. This was released in 1991 and was directed by James Cameron. This film is best described as a hybrid genre as it has action, sci fi and thriller in it. The age rating for this film is a 15 and I can conclude that this film is for people though like twists and tension. I have chosen to analyse this film because it has the genre thriller in it. Also as it has some really strong main characters. In this s hot it shows a scene of the main character (terminator) looking strong. This is shown by a mid shot of him. In this scene, a mid shot is used to portray meaning to the audience. This is done by positing the camera so that the audience can see their facial expression and what they are wearing. This will let the audience know what surroundings they are in and whether there is likely to be danger where they are. Also the mid shot allows you to see the top half of their clothes and whether they look powerful or not. In this shot it shows the main character standing there. This is done by a close up and by the lighting. In this scene, the lighting is used to portray meaning to the audience. On the right side of the characters face, the light is high key. This will make the audience think that he is looking at something important. Also the fact that what he is looking at is bright and could be dangerous, e.g. Fire. In this shot it shows the main character looking at his arm. This is shown by the use of a low angle shot. In this scene, a low angle shot is used to portray meaning to the audience. The low angle illustrates that he is strong and powerful. This is because we are looking up to him and he is more dominant. Also the use of the low angle, makes the audiences think that he is not going to be defeated and he won’t give up.