Thursday, 16 December 2010
Tuesday, 14 December 2010
Conventions of opening sequence
The conventions of opening sequence consist of many aspects such as;
Thursday, 9 December 2010
Name ideas
We intend that our action themed children's opening sequence will be professional and intelligent, and it is therefore important for it's title to reflect this.
The name must:
Be appealing to children,
Reflect the narrative,
Provoke interest.
The name should ideally:
Be intelligent,
A 'take' on a well known saying - for easy accessibility and appeal,
Clearly, articulately worded,
'Punchy',
Be appealing to parents: Important as it will likely be the parents that select the films their children's watch.
Name ideas:
Lead Balloon - Pros: Provokes interest, partencially reflective of narrative, well known saying, punchy.
Cons: Not necessarily appealing to children.
Hit the Ground Running - Pros: Provokes interest, conveys action, partencially reflective of narrative, well known saying.
Cons: Possibly too 'wordy'?
The name must:
Be appealing to children,
Reflect the narrative,
Provoke interest.
The name should ideally:
Be intelligent,
A 'take' on a well known saying - for easy accessibility and appeal,
Clearly, articulately worded,
'Punchy',
Be appealing to parents: Important as it will likely be the parents that select the films their children's watch.
Name ideas:
Lead Balloon - Pros: Provokes interest, partencially reflective of narrative, well known saying, punchy.
Cons: Not necessarily appealing to children.
Hit the Ground Running - Pros: Provokes interest, conveys action, partencially reflective of narrative, well known saying.
Cons: Possibly too 'wordy'?
Sunday, 5 December 2010
Conventions of an Action themed Children's Film Opening Sequence
Throughout this post, we will be analyzing the conventions of an action themed children's film opening sequence - using 'Stormbreaker' as a primary example, specifically this clip:
It begins with a master shot of a school hall. This establishes a familiar space in which we, the audience, would expect to see a character of Alex's age. After the original establishment, Alex proceeds to make a presentation about his family - specifically, his uncle. During his speech, the camera cuts away to the current whereabouts of his uncle, this displays the contrast of Alex's dull description of him, and the reality.
As the scene continues, intermittent cutting between Alex's presentation, and the chase sequence his uncle is currently involved in proceed.
By paralleling the two scenes, it creates a strong contrast between the dull, mundane scene of Alex at school, and the exciting chase sequence his uncle is in - thereby emphasizing the action his uncle is undergoing.
In our action themed children's film opening sequence, we intent to utilise this paralleling technique in order to enhance our action, and begin a secure structure in which to begin the film.
It begins with a master shot of a school hall. This establishes a familiar space in which we, the audience, would expect to see a character of Alex's age. After the original establishment, Alex proceeds to make a presentation about his family - specifically, his uncle. During his speech, the camera cuts away to the current whereabouts of his uncle, this displays the contrast of Alex's dull description of him, and the reality.
As the scene continues, intermittent cutting between Alex's presentation, and the chase sequence his uncle is currently involved in proceed.
By paralleling the two scenes, it creates a strong contrast between the dull, mundane scene of Alex at school, and the exciting chase sequence his uncle is in - thereby emphasizing the action his uncle is undergoing.
In our action themed children's film opening sequence, we intent to utilise this paralleling technique in order to enhance our action, and begin a secure structure in which to begin the film.
Friday, 3 December 2010
Mise-en-scene within Children's opening sequence
I will be discussing the mise-en-scene within our children's opening sequence by discussing the following areas;
Narrative
Costumes
Props
Location
Costumes; For one character ( school girl) they need to be wearing smart/school clothes. For one character, they will be wearing casual clothes as they will be running. The last character in our sequence will be wearing official clothes. Like a large overcoat and hat.
Narrative; The narrative for our opening sequence is as follows:
First frame, we see a whiteboard at a long shot view.
Second frame, we see a high angle shot of a girl in school clothes reading/writing at a desk.
Third frame, a man is running away from suspicion and a man in a long overcoat with looking official.
Fourth frame, a point of view shot over of the 'Official'.
Fifth frame, medium shot of the schoolgirl who is still engrossed in her studies. Though, she is looking very shifty.
Sixth frame, a point of view shot again of the 'Official' of the the guy in casual clothes running.
Seventh frame, side shot of the schoolgirl.
Eighth frame, another side shot of the school girl but closer, she is saying things under her breath in anxiety.
Nineth Frame, you see what the school girl has been looking at, writing.
Props;
Pen
Paper
Desk and chair
The costumes
Mobile phone
Location;
The location will be taking in two different places. One will be taken at a field near the edge of trees. The other will be in a classroom.
Narrative
Costumes
Props
Location
Costumes; For one character ( school girl) they need to be wearing smart/school clothes. For one character, they will be wearing casual clothes as they will be running. The last character in our sequence will be wearing official clothes. Like a large overcoat and hat.
Narrative; The narrative for our opening sequence is as follows:
First frame, we see a whiteboard at a long shot view.
Second frame, we see a high angle shot of a girl in school clothes reading/writing at a desk.
Third frame, a man is running away from suspicion and a man in a long overcoat with looking official.
Fourth frame, a point of view shot over of the 'Official'.
Fifth frame, medium shot of the schoolgirl who is still engrossed in her studies. Though, she is looking very shifty.
Sixth frame, a point of view shot again of the 'Official' of the the guy in casual clothes running.
Seventh frame, side shot of the schoolgirl.
Eighth frame, another side shot of the school girl but closer, she is saying things under her breath in anxiety.
Nineth Frame, you see what the school girl has been looking at, writing.
Props;
Pen
Paper
Desk and chair
The costumes
Mobile phone
Location;
The location will be taking in two different places. One will be taken at a field near the edge of trees. The other will be in a classroom.
Information on Dream Works
Dream works.
An American studio which produces animation films. Some examples of their work would be Shrek, Shark Tale, Madagascar and over the edge.
Before these and other films that they have produced, they traditionally made animated films about subjects with a more serious matter. The studio has now gained a reputation for being focused on popular culture. Apart from this, their most significant success have been more universal themes in recent years.
The studio was formed by the merger of the feature animation division of DreamWorks and Pacific Data Images (PDI). Originally formed under the banner of DreamWorks SKG, it was spun off into a separate public company in 2004. They are currently distributed only through Viacom's Paramount Pictures, who acquired the rest of DreamWorks SKG in February 2006, spinning it off again in 2008. DreamWorks Animation maintains two campuses: the original DreamWorks feature animation studio in Glendale, California and the PDI studio in Redwood City, California.
Opening of Children's Film - Mind Map, Risk Assessment, Video shoot shot list, and Story board
Risk assessment
Mind-Map
Video shoot shot list
Story Board pt. 1
Story Board pt. 2
Mind-Map
Video shoot shot list
Story Board pt. 1
Story Board pt. 2
What job titles we might use for our title sequence
Writer- The person/people who come up with the narrative, what props will be shown, the setting, mise-en-scene, but still leaving enough room for the director to intervine and put some of his own ideas in.
Director- Tells everyone working on the production of the filming where to stand what to do and tell them his ideas so that they can easily bring his ideas in front of the camera.
Camera man-The person/people who film all the action happening in front of the camera in order to produce clips to be edited in post-preduction to produce a film.
Actors-The people who are in front of the camera creating the action and contributing to the directors ideas.
Editor-The person who works in post-preduction to put all the filmed clips together, putting in special effects and adding the neccessary sound to the right clips.
Sound producer-Works with the editing section in order to produce the right type of music/sound to fit the clip e.g. happy sounding music for a happy moment in the film.
Director- Tells everyone working on the production of the filming where to stand what to do and tell them his ideas so that they can easily bring his ideas in front of the camera.
Camera man-The person/people who film all the action happening in front of the camera in order to produce clips to be edited in post-preduction to produce a film.
Actors-The people who are in front of the camera creating the action and contributing to the directors ideas.
Editor-The person who works in post-preduction to put all the filmed clips together, putting in special effects and adding the neccessary sound to the right clips.
Sound producer-Works with the editing section in order to produce the right type of music/sound to fit the clip e.g. happy sounding music for a happy moment in the film.
Different titles that may be found in a title sequence
Construction Coordinator
Construction Foreman
Construction Gangboss
Tool Person/Foreman
Scenic Foreperson
Paint Gangboss
Scenic Artist
Head/First Greens Person
Art Director
Set Decorator
Lead Person
Shopper Buyer
On-Set Dresser
Set Dresser
Art Department Coordinator
Props Master
Asst Props Master
Effects Foreman
Armorer with Certification
Gaffer
BB Electric
Rigging Gaffer
BB Rigging Electric
Key Grip
Best Boy Grip
Dolly Grip
Key Rigging Grip
Best Boy Rigging Grip
Boom Operator
Cable
Video Assist
Key Craft Service
Assistant Craft Service
Key Hair
Assistant Hair
Key Make-up
Assistant Make-up
Wardrobe Supervisor
Key Set Costumer
Key Costumer
Set Costumer
Costumer
Production Office Coordinator
Assistant Production Office Coordinator
Travel Coordinator
Production Secretary
Office PA
Head Production Accountant
First Assistant Accountant
Second Assistant Accountant
Payroll Accountant
Payroll Clerk
Accounting Clerk
Locations Manager
Assistant Locations Manager
Locations PA
Transportation Coordinator
Transportation Captain
Casting Director
Casting Associate
Casting Assistant
Extras Casting Director
Extras Casting Associate
Extras Casting Assistant
Set PA
Camera Operator
1st Assistant Camera
2nd Assistant Camera
Camera Loader
Second Unit Script Supervisor
Editor
Assistant Editor
Assistant Music Supervisor
Construction Foreman
Construction Gangboss
Tool Person/Foreman
Scenic Foreperson
Paint Gangboss
Scenic Artist
Head/First Greens Person
Art Director
Set Decorator
Lead Person
Shopper Buyer
On-Set Dresser
Set Dresser
Art Department Coordinator
Props Master
Asst Props Master
Effects Foreman
Armorer with Certification
Gaffer
BB Electric
Rigging Gaffer
BB Rigging Electric
Key Grip
Best Boy Grip
Dolly Grip
Key Rigging Grip
Best Boy Rigging Grip
Boom Operator
Cable
Video Assist
Key Craft Service
Assistant Craft Service
Key Hair
Assistant Hair
Key Make-up
Assistant Make-up
Wardrobe Supervisor
Key Set Costumer
Key Costumer
Set Costumer
Costumer
Production Office Coordinator
Assistant Production Office Coordinator
Travel Coordinator
Production Secretary
Office PA
Head Production Accountant
First Assistant Accountant
Second Assistant Accountant
Payroll Accountant
Payroll Clerk
Accounting Clerk
Locations Manager
Assistant Locations Manager
Locations PA
Transportation Coordinator
Transportation Captain
Casting Director
Casting Associate
Casting Assistant
Extras Casting Director
Extras Casting Associate
Extras Casting Assistant
Set PA
Camera Operator
1st Assistant Camera
2nd Assistant Camera
Camera Loader
Second Unit Script Supervisor
Editor
Assistant Editor
Assistant Music Supervisor
Classification for our opening sequence.
We have decided that the film classification for our children's opening sequence should be rated a 'PG'. This is because some of the scenes during the sequence may frighten the more sensitive of children and parents may not be happy with this result.
During our sequence, there is no reference to drugs or alcohol at all and no weapons are shown. This is because during our opening sequence, the children may only see enough of it that makes the character look 'cool' in some way. There's no reason for our opening scene to show nudity or any sexual contact. Although there are action scenes which might fighten a child, the scenes aren't prolonged or intense.
During our sequence, there is no reference to drugs or alcohol at all and no weapons are shown. This is because during our opening sequence, the children may only see enough of it that makes the character look 'cool' in some way. There's no reason for our opening scene to show nudity or any sexual contact. Although there are action scenes which might fighten a child, the scenes aren't prolonged or intense.
Tuesday, 30 November 2010
BBFC Film Classifications
'U'
'Universal'. Suitable for all. Should be set within a positive moral framework and should offer reassurance to any violence, threat or horror.
There must be no discrimination, imitable behaviour, and drugs. A sequences of a scary or horrific nature should be mild, brief, and unluckily to cause anxiety.
Infrequent use only of very mild bad language.
Occasional natural nudity, with no sexual context.
Mild sexual behaviour e.g. kissing and references only e.g. making love
'PG'
Parental Guidance. This classification tells people that the film is suitable for general viewing but it in some cases the film may be unsuitable for young children so it is advisable for either the parents/carers to watch the film first, watch it with the child on first viewing or both. This is incase their particular child is more sensitive than others and may be 'disturbed' more easily than others.
Unless the films narrative is historical or educational, discriminative actions or behaviour (and language) is unlikely to be acceptable. Also, unless there is a message in the film about how drugs must not be used, references to illegal drugs must not be used. Frightening sequences should not be prolonged or intense. Fantasy settings may be a mitigating factor. In the film there must be no references to which children can easily copy dangerous situations and the film must not glamorise realistic situations of easily accessible weapons e.g. knifes. The type of language used must only be mild. As in 'U' any nudity must be natural and no sexual contact.
Sexual activity may be implied, but should be discreet and infrequent. Mild sex references and innuendo only. Where more serious issues are featured (for example, domestic violence) nothing in their treatment should condone unacceptable behaviour.
Moderate violence, without detail, may be allowed, if justified by its context (for example, history, comedy or fantasy).
'12' & '12a'
Both 12 and 12a are the same, although 12a allows cinemas to allow children under 12 to view a film as long as they are accompanied by an adult. The film is rated 12 as most films rated 12 may upset most children and most parents wouldn't want their children to view what the film contains. The ‘12’ category exists only for video works. No one younger than 12 may rent or buy a ‘12’ rated video work.
'15'
No one younger than 15 may see a ‘15’ film in a cinema. No-one younger than 15 may rent or buy a ‘15’ rated video work.
'18'
Only suitable for adults. No one younger than 18 can buy or rent an 18 rated film.
R18
The ‘R18’ category is a special and legally restricted classification primarily for explicit works of consenting sex or strong fetish material involving adults. Films may only be shown to adults in specially licensed cinemas, and video works may be supplied to adults only in licensed sex shops. ‘R18’ videos may not be supplied by mail order.
'Universal'. Suitable for all. Should be set within a positive moral framework and should offer reassurance to any violence, threat or horror.
There must be no discrimination, imitable behaviour, and drugs. A sequences of a scary or horrific nature should be mild, brief, and unluckily to cause anxiety.
Infrequent use only of very mild bad language.
Occasional natural nudity, with no sexual context.
Mild sexual behaviour e.g. kissing and references only e.g. making love
'PG'
Parental Guidance. This classification tells people that the film is suitable for general viewing but it in some cases the film may be unsuitable for young children so it is advisable for either the parents/carers to watch the film first, watch it with the child on first viewing or both. This is incase their particular child is more sensitive than others and may be 'disturbed' more easily than others.
Unless the films narrative is historical or educational, discriminative actions or behaviour (and language) is unlikely to be acceptable. Also, unless there is a message in the film about how drugs must not be used, references to illegal drugs must not be used. Frightening sequences should not be prolonged or intense. Fantasy settings may be a mitigating factor. In the film there must be no references to which children can easily copy dangerous situations and the film must not glamorise realistic situations of easily accessible weapons e.g. knifes. The type of language used must only be mild. As in 'U' any nudity must be natural and no sexual contact.
Sexual activity may be implied, but should be discreet and infrequent. Mild sex references and innuendo only. Where more serious issues are featured (for example, domestic violence) nothing in their treatment should condone unacceptable behaviour.
Moderate violence, without detail, may be allowed, if justified by its context (for example, history, comedy or fantasy).
'12' & '12a'
Both 12 and 12a are the same, although 12a allows cinemas to allow children under 12 to view a film as long as they are accompanied by an adult. The film is rated 12 as most films rated 12 may upset most children and most parents wouldn't want their children to view what the film contains. The ‘12’ category exists only for video works. No one younger than 12 may rent or buy a ‘12’ rated video work.
'15'
No one younger than 15 may see a ‘15’ film in a cinema. No-one younger than 15 may rent or buy a ‘15’ rated video work.
'18'
Only suitable for adults. No one younger than 18 can buy or rent an 18 rated film.
R18
The ‘R18’ category is a special and legally restricted classification primarily for explicit works of consenting sex or strong fetish material involving adults. Films may only be shown to adults in specially licensed cinemas, and video works may be supplied to adults only in licensed sex shops. ‘R18’ videos may not be supplied by mail order.
Monday, 29 November 2010
Constructions of specific conventions within children's film-opening sequence
Our chosen films for investigation are: A Muppet Christmas Carrol,
The Parent Trap.
We feel that these opening sequences display the common conventions of children's film-opening sequence and will explain our reasoning in this 'Blog'.
Both films begin with a 'motion logo' of the main production company. This is a typical convention of not only children's film-opening sequence, but all film-opening sequences.
Afterwards a sound track is introduced, and in both sequences this is the theme tune.
Substancial credit then begin. Both films have a similar structure to their credits, starting with the title, then director, lead actors (actresses).
The Music at this point begins to develop in melody, and in both cases, it portrays a light, happy mood.
In both sequences the location is established via a tracking establishing shot. This shot has a long duration and reinforces the calm, relaxing mood.
These events in both examples take approximately two and a half minutes.
Both these children's film-openings have almost identical aspects at very similar timings. Therefore we have concluded that the conventions of children's film-openings can be quite strict and precise and this will effect our production.
The Parent Trap.
We feel that these opening sequences display the common conventions of children's film-opening sequence and will explain our reasoning in this 'Blog'.
Both films begin with a 'motion logo' of the main production company. This is a typical convention of not only children's film-opening sequence, but all film-opening sequences.
Afterwards a sound track is introduced, and in both sequences this is the theme tune.
Substancial credit then begin. Both films have a similar structure to their credits, starting with the title, then director, lead actors (actresses).
The Music at this point begins to develop in melody, and in both cases, it portrays a light, happy mood.
In both sequences the location is established via a tracking establishing shot. This shot has a long duration and reinforces the calm, relaxing mood.
These events in both examples take approximately two and a half minutes.
Both these children's film-openings have almost identical aspects at very similar timings. Therefore we have concluded that the conventions of children's film-openings can be quite strict and precise and this will effect our production.
Sunday, 28 November 2010
Preliminary Task: Evaluation
As a whole, we are satisfied with our preliminary task. Continuity was at the front of our minds while producing it and as a result we feel continuity has been demonstrated appropriately.
The main affirmation of continuity is shown through the act of Character 1 walking through the door in the corridor, and into another room. We conveyed continuity in the consistency of the position of the door between shot transitions.
We also had consistency in the position of various other objects within the room such as:
Computer screens,
Chairs,
Tables.
The lighting of the room was also consistent, thereby showing an understanding of continuity.
Friday, 26 November 2010
How are the conventions constructed differently in your two chosen film opening sequences (Sub-genre)?
For our first film opening sequence, we chose to discuss 'The Lion King'. 'The Lion Kings' sub-genre is a hybrid of musical, fantasy, animation, and adventure. Because of this wide range of sub-genre, the film has a wide potential audience.
The film fulfills its sub-genres in the following ways:
Musical: Although it become blindly obvious later in the film, the opening song is lyrical - which is usual in non-musical films, therefore indicating the musical sub-genre.
Fantasy: Also within the opening sequence, animals of various species are gathered in a ceremonial manner, convaying human-like activites. This is a typical characteristic associated with the fantasy sub-genre.
Animation: The whole of the opening sequence (excluding the opening footage of the media company logos) is animated, thus evoking the animation sub-genre.
The film fulfills its sub-genres in the following ways:
Musical: Although it become blindly obvious later in the film, the opening song is lyrical - which is usual in non-musical films, therefore indicating the musical sub-genre.
Fantasy: Also within the opening sequence, animals of various species are gathered in a ceremonial manner, convaying human-like activites. This is a typical characteristic associated with the fantasy sub-genre.
Animation: The whole of the opening sequence (excluding the opening footage of the media company logos) is animated, thus evoking the animation sub-genre.
For our 2nd opening sequence, we analysed 'Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince'. In the first few seconds of the opening sequence we are immediately confronted with the preducers name, (Warner Brothers) and we get a sense of feeling of the genre. We get this from that quiet almost hollow sound and the dark clouds with lightning covering the screen. It seems most sinister.
The main theme tune for Harry Potter is introduced as a mono sound, quietly but increasing in volume.
We start to hear dull sounds of people talking but we can't make out what they're saying, it's just a quiet noise. All sounds are being introduced quietly to create the notion of danger. As the picture of the main character comes on the screen to introduce us to him, we start to hear cameras' taking photos and we realise that the main character is being photographed as we see flashes from the cameras' on him. He also has a nose bleed and looks a bit roughed up.
After this ordeal, we are then shown the full title of the film we are watching 'Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince.
All this would make the viewer thinks it's going to be an action or adventure. Fantasy would also be attached to adventure.
Friday, 19 November 2010
Preliminary task - Group Filming Feedback
We met the requirements were met in this filming in the following ways;
180 Degree Rule:
through out the filming we made sure we kept to the 180 degree rule by not crossing the 'invisible line'. This was done by filming on one side of the characters throughout the filming to insure that the characters don't look like they have changed sides on which they are positioned. This helps the audience be sure of the characters that they are watching otherwise they may become confused as to who is who.
Opening of the door
When our character opened the door, we had a series of shots to show the opening. The long view as the character walks towards the door, the close up of the hand opening the door and then from inside the room of the door opening. All of this shows continuity as the shots all lead together as the door is opened, there are no over laps where the door is opened again on a later shot from a different angle.
Costume
When we were filming we made sure that our actors didn't take off or put any more clothes on during filming so that they don't look different half way through the continuity task.
Lighting
While we were filming, the only light we used was the natural light coming through the windows and blinds and then the light in the room which was on the ceiling.
Computer screen
During the process of filming we used a computer which was in the shot of the camera, we looked up quotes for the characters to say during the filming and we had to turn the computer off and put it back to the screen it had been on during the filming before.
180 Degree Rule:
through out the filming we made sure we kept to the 180 degree rule by not crossing the 'invisible line'. This was done by filming on one side of the characters throughout the filming to insure that the characters don't look like they have changed sides on which they are positioned. This helps the audience be sure of the characters that they are watching otherwise they may become confused as to who is who.
Opening of the door
When our character opened the door, we had a series of shots to show the opening. The long view as the character walks towards the door, the close up of the hand opening the door and then from inside the room of the door opening. All of this shows continuity as the shots all lead together as the door is opened, there are no over laps where the door is opened again on a later shot from a different angle.
Costume
When we were filming we made sure that our actors didn't take off or put any more clothes on during filming so that they don't look different half way through the continuity task.
Lighting
While we were filming, the only light we used was the natural light coming through the windows and blinds and then the light in the room which was on the ceiling.
Computer screen
During the process of filming we used a computer which was in the shot of the camera, we looked up quotes for the characters to say during the filming and we had to turn the computer off and put it back to the screen it had been on during the filming before.
Tuesday, 16 November 2010
Prelimary Exercise: Continuity Task - Story Bored
Our idea is to show continuity through a transition of location. This is portrayed through the opening of the door and following 'the 180 degree rule'.
Friday, 12 November 2010
How are the conventions constructed differentley in your two chosen film opening sequences?
In this assignment we will be discussing how the conventions of a children's opening sequence are used in both 'Monsters Inc.' and 'Princesses Diaries'.
Monsters Inc starts with a lengthy opening sequence in cartoon animation style which continues through the whole film. This varies from the Princesses Diaries which opens with a establishing shot of the films location. It then continues to show the main character and her mum whereas in Monsters Inc, we are shown a title sequence to open the film which then goes on to the main film to show the main characters and the concept for the whole film.
Both opening sequences have a title sequence, though Monsters Inc has a more in depth credits, while Princesses Diaries has only brief credits and include the names of the actors/actresses who play the main characters.
In the opening sequence for Monsters Inc, the sound used is an upbeat sound track which is used to gain the attention of children who may be watching. This is in contrast to the opening sequence of the Princesses Diaries which has a score during the first minute as the piece of music is repeated during the film but as a variation. the music then changes to a more upbeat track which suggests the era of the film and also the location which is in America.
We can tell the genre of Monsters Inc as there are funny looking monsters over the screen almost the whole way through the opening.
Monsters Inc answers the questions;
(Finished now)
Monsters Inc starts with a lengthy opening sequence in cartoon animation style which continues through the whole film. This varies from the Princesses Diaries which opens with a establishing shot of the films location. It then continues to show the main character and her mum whereas in Monsters Inc, we are shown a title sequence to open the film which then goes on to the main film to show the main characters and the concept for the whole film.
Both opening sequences have a title sequence, though Monsters Inc has a more in depth credits, while Princesses Diaries has only brief credits and include the names of the actors/actresses who play the main characters.
In the opening sequence for Monsters Inc, the sound used is an upbeat sound track which is used to gain the attention of children who may be watching. This is in contrast to the opening sequence of the Princesses Diaries which has a score during the first minute as the piece of music is repeated during the film but as a variation. the music then changes to a more upbeat track which suggests the era of the film and also the location which is in America.
We can tell the genre of Monsters Inc as there are funny looking monsters over the screen almost the whole way through the opening.
Monsters Inc answers the questions;
- Who's in it?
- What's it about?
- What's the genre?
(Finished now)
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