Title Sequence Notes (4.11.11)

A title sequence is the method by which films or television programs present their title, key production and cast members or both, utilizing conceptual visuals and sounds

FIRST IMPRESSIONS ARE EVERYTHING


A title sequence will usually consist of:

• Details of cast and crew
• the films titles
• An introduction to character or character type
• Indication of place
• indication of historical period
• information regarding mod and tone
• introduction to signature theme tune
• information about genre
• questions that the viewer finds intriguing (or, setting up enigmas)
• patterns and types of editing that will be echoed in the remainder of the film
• Mise en Scene and cinematography that will be echoed or elaborated upon later in the film.

On his title sequence for the film 'Se7en' Kyle Cooper said:

"The form should be born out of the content."