Task 7 - Analyse 2 Film title sequences

Task 7

I have been doing research on different types of title sequences analysing the purpose of them and how well they capture the audience. I really enjoyed the two below as they managed to do a lot when it comes to intriguing an audience setting an atmosphere.

Deadpool

Deadpool manages to be a unique opening as it is more humorous than serious. It starts of by not naming the actors but naming the types of characters involved such as "A hot chick" and "A moody teen". The font is shown in bold white writing so its is clear and easy to read, it is shown over a paused 3D scene of action as the camera pans round to all parts of it. Through the paused scene of action we are introduced to a few characters including Deadpool as the camera goes round the area. We can also hear a classic song in the background which is very out of place to what we are seeing, this adds the the comedy aspect of the film setting a humorous atmosphere.
Overall, I like how this opening is unique but stays true to attracting and drawing in an audience, Deadpool does this by making the audience want to know about the jokes it is making towards the characters involved as well as making the audience want to know what is going on in the paused fight scene that we see in the background.

Guardian of the Galaxy

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JNlnQwHWSYw (PLEASE USE THIS LINK AS THE VIDEO COULD NOT BE EMBEDDED DUE TO PRIVACY SETTINGS ON THE VIDEO)

This opening shows us credits with a bold bright orange font over a dark background which allows the words to stand out making it clear and easy to read. Behind the font we are introduced to what I believe to be is the main character who we get to know well through the opening as he begins to humour the audience, we are also shown the type of setting we will be watching. At the start of this sequence we can hear deep music which sets a dark atmosphere, as we begin to see the main character the music then begins to become jolly as he starts dancing introducing us to his personality. Through this we can probably guess that he is a humorous character stuck in a dark world.
Overall I like how this sequence is able to attract and audience by allowing them to get to know the character before the film has started, it also helps the audience clearly see who has been involved in the process of making the film.