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 WHAT IS THE DEFINITION OF A TITLE SEQUENCE? 

A title sequence is the method by which films or television programs present their title, key production and cast members, Plotlines may be revealed within the opening to help give the audience an idea of what the movies about. It also sets the genre in motion.

 WHAT IS THE FUNCTION OF A TITLE SEQUENCE? 

Its function is to help set the genre and the plot for the movie. This can be done through presenting some of the conventions, themes or characters within the movie. We can also tell some of this through the title of the movie. 

 NAME THREE FILMS FEATURED IN THE A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE ART OF THE TITLE SEQUENCE

 SELECT TWO FILM TITLES AND DISCUSS HOW THE TITLE SEQUENCE USES TYPOGRAPHY ELEMENTS (TEXT), VISUAL IMAGERY/SOUND ELEMENTS AND WHAT KIND OF MOOD/FEELING IS CREATED AS A RESULT?

The Pink Panther uses its title to create comedy throughout the sequence by creating conflict with the character by falling on them or purposefully hitting them. The famous soundtrack also goes in the background and creates a certain nostalgic happy mood that works well with the comedy of the titles. Setting is not used but a plain background helps create atmosphere by just keeping the focus on the characters and the titles. It is effective on preserving the use of the title as the audience would not feel as inclined to read them without such a subtle background. Pink is used throughout the sequence which works well with the ‘Pink’ Panther and creates a more relative atmosphere for the audience to read into. The characters within the title reflect the genre of the movie as they are constantly sneaking about getting into trouble. Some of the themes of the movie are also revealed through this technique as well as plot points which creates enigma.

WHAT DOES THE USE OF TYPOGRAPHY ELEMENTS (TEXT), VISUAL IMAGERY/SOUND ELEMENTS IN THE CHOSEN FILM TITLE SEQUENCE SUGGEST ABOUT THE THEME/CONTENT OF THE FILM? 

The Pink Panther itself is a diamond within the movie and this reflects the title sequence of why so many characters are out to get the panther himself. Themes of conflict are also revealed within the title sequence as the characters seem to be fighting or being hurt by the titles. Many of the titles themselves are pink and help go along with the subtle theme of pink running throughout the movie. The font size and shape is uneven and not neat which reflects the genre of comedy as it is not a formal title and comedy's are generally not formal.

 SELECT TWO FILM TITLES AND DISCUSS HOW THE TITLE SEQUENCE USES TYPOGRAPHY ELEMENTS (TEXT), VISUAL IMAGERY/SOUND ELEMENTS AND WHAT KIND OF MOOD/FEELING IS CREATED AS A RESULT?

Star wars is another movie which creates mood through the use of its unusual title sequence which features a crawl with background plot information which helps create enigma. The use of the Starry background gives the audience a response of being shown a place which is unknown to them which gives them a sense of mystery and curiosity. The titles themselves also give a background and foreground to the movies plotline helping the audience to feel more involved within the movie. It is effective in being simple and highlighting important key plot points within the movie. The bright yellow text also going throughout the title sequence matches the title of the film and this works to highlight the importance of the Sci-Fi theme throughout the film.

WHAT DOES THE USE OF TYPOGRAPHY ELEMENTS (TEXT), VISUAL IMAGERY/SOUND ELEMENTS IN THE CHOSEN FILM TITLE SEQUENCE SUGGEST ABOUT THE THEME/CONTENT OF THE FILM? The yellow text within the film helps the genre of Sci-Fi